GFI’s Research Grant Program: 2023 RFP information session one
Event description
The greatest time of the year is upon us: GFI research grant season! Funding for alternative protein research is up for grabs, and we’ll walk you through GFI’s RFP step-by-step. This year, we are inviting proposals for projects of up to 24 months in duration, and up to $250,000. This RFP seeks research proposals on four topic areas that address pressing scientific and technological challenges facing the alternative protein industry. To learn the ins and outs of securing GFI funding for your groundbreaking work, don’t miss this upcoming webinar and Q&A with GFI’s leading science and technology experts.
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