Event description

Hosted by Stanford Bio-X, Re-Thinking Food: From Plate to Planet is a full-day symposium focused on the intersection of food, health, and sustainability. With topics spanning planetary health, human nutrition, and cutting-edge research in food systems, the event will feature renowned speakers, including Harold McGee, Christopher Gardner, and faculty from UC Davis, Harvard, and more.

The program includes expert presentations, student research showcases, and discussions on the role of science and policy in shaping the future of food. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional in the field, this is an opportunity to engage with thought leaders and explore how food innovation can create a more sustainable world.

GFI’s Bianca Datta will be in attendance—stop by to connect and discuss how policy, science, and innovation can drive change in the food system.

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318 Campus Drive Stanford, California 94305 United States + Google Map

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