Event description

The rising global population and increasing affluence have driven a higher demand for dietary protein, posing a challenge in meeting future nutritional needs. Sustainable protein sources like filamentous fungi present a promising solution. Microbes have long been utilized in food production for their nutritional benefits. However, the limited microbial diversity in alt protein production hampers the ability to replicate the taste, texture, and nutritional value of animal meats, impacting consumer satisfaction. Expanding this diversity could fuel innovation in the industry.

ATCC, a leading supplier of biological materials, offers a vast collection of microbial strains with potential applications in alternative protein research and commercial licensing, supporting the development of alternative proteins. Join us on December 19th to learn how diversifying microbes can fuel alternative protein innovation.

Meet the speaker

Shahin ali, ph. D.

Shahin Ali, Ph.D.

SENIOR SCIENTIST, COLLECTIONS
ATCC

Dr. Ali is a Senior Scientist at ATCC, leading the Bacteriology and Mycology Content team. He has over 15 years of experience in the field of fungal biology and microbiology. Before joining ATCC, Dr. Ali worked for the USDA-ARS at Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, Maryland. He obtained his Ph.D. from University College Dublin, Ireland.

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