Event description

The Sustainable Protein Forum uncovers the latest research and development on sustainable proteins and brings together leaders from all components of the food system — from production and processing to distribution and consumption. As an attendee, you will be able to:

  • Join a global community at the forefront of alternative protein research and development.
  • Learn from leaders in industry, government, and academia who are propelling groundbreaking innovation in the product design, cellular technologies, and economics of sustainable protein.
  • Unlock the solutions to challenges in sustainable protein research and development from industry thought leaders.

Event location

163 E Walton Pl
Chicago, Illinois 60611 United States
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GFI speaker

Liz specht, ph. D.

Liz Specht

VICE PRESIDENT, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Liz Specht oversees GFI’s Science and Technology department to build a roadmap for accelerating alternative protein research while empowering scientists to execute on this vision.

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