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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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Join GFI and FFAR to learn about this new funding opportunity!

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Georgetown University

Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital – 2026 Preview Event

For the second year in a row, GFI is teaming up with the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital—this time for their exclusive 2026 Preview Event!

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Future of Protein Production – Chicago

GFI is heading to Chicago! Join Bruce Friedrich, Patrick McAuley, and leading voices across science, policy, and industry for a solutions-focused summit on the future of food.

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San Francisco Marriott Marquis

Future Food-Tech San Francisco – Breaking Barriers to Scale: Cost, Efficiency, and De-Risking Bioprocessing

From modular systems to shared infrastructure, the future of bioprocessing is getting real. Join GFI’s Amanda Hildebrand at Future Food-Tech San Francisco as she moderates a dynamic breakout session on…