Algae scaffolds for cultivated fish
Learn about Dr. Frederico Ferreira’s research to develop scaffolds for cultivated fish from algae and plant materials at University of Lisbon.
Industry
Melt-spinning marbled meat
Learn about Dr. Jay Park’s research on fiber melt spinning to biomimic intramuscular fat marbling in alternative proteins at UMass Lowell.
Self-aggregating proteins
Learn about Dr. Lutz Grossmann’s research to use self-aggregating proteins to develop a low-energy extrusion process for whole-cut plant-based meats at UMass Amherst.
Making fibrous cultivated meat
Learn about Dr. Mohamadmahdi Samandari’s research to integrate intramuscular fat and textural fibers into cultivated meat at University of Connecticut.
Demand for plant-based meat is growing. We must ensure our supply chain can keep up.
Blake Byrne Ryan Dowdy, Ph.D.How do we strengthen ingredient and manufacturing capacity for plant-based meat in order to meet demand? GFI’s new report explores the future of this sector.
Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Innovation Summit
Hear from key decision-makers from biotech & food tech, multinational consumer packaged goods, independent food brands, and ingredient suppliers, looking to up-scale and commercialize fermentation-enabled alternative proteins.
VEGPRENEUR Summit
This two-day live virtual conference will bring together founders, investors, and thought-leaders who are pushing forward sustainable, plant-based innovation around the world.
GFIdeas networking mixer
Join us at the GFIdeas January mixer to meet and mingle with alternative protein professionals. During the networking session, you will be matched with other members of the GFIdeas community to exchange ideas.
Reducing the price of alternative proteins
Along with taste and accessibility, price completes the trifecta of key drivers of consumer interest in alternative proteins. In order to compete with conventional products, alternative proteins must achieve levels of affordability that unlock the largest market—omnivores. Learn about the current price landscape, consumer insights on price, and pathways to price parity.
