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“Per me, ora è molto peggio”. L’Italia alla prese con una fuga dei cervelli sulla scia del controverso divieto di utilizzo della carne coltivata
Ilaria BertiniDopo che l'Italia è diventata l'unico paese al mondo ad aver vietato la carne coltivata, parliamo con i ricercatori del futuro che li aspetta.
“We will have to leave because we don’t have a future here.” Italian researchers fear brain drain in wake of controversial cultivated meat ban
Conrad AstleyFollowing the controversial cultivated meat ban, some fear an exodus of talented young scientists – particularly unwelcome given nearly 10% of Italians already live abroad – while others are concerned the move may cut off future funding opportunities and damage the country’s scientific standing on the global stage.
2023 was a record-breaking year for UK alternative protein research funding – here’s a recap
Linus PardoeThe results of a £15.6 million funding call round out a bumper year for British alternative protein researchers and entrepreneurs.
Is plant-based meat good for your health?
Learn what the latest research has to say about plant-based meat and health, along with suggested key priorities and answers to frequently asked questions about plant-based meat and health.
Is plant-based meat ultra-processed?
Plant-based meat is often considered an ultra-processed food, but on average has a good nutrient profile and is shown to have health advantages over the processed meat it often replaces.
Horizon Europe alternative protein funding calls for 2024 – everything you need to know
Stella ChildThe latest Horizon Europe deadlines are fast approaching, with calls offering exciting opportunities closing early in 2024. Our Research and Grants Manager Stella Child walks through the key calls for alternative protein researchers.
Meet the researcher: Growing a grassroots protein revolution with Mette Lübeck
A humble plant that grows in abundance across the planet is at the heart of a project aiming to transform the global protein supply.
Meet the researcher: precision fermentation fat
Conrad AstleyAcross Europe, researchers are finding new ways of using well-established technologies to develop sustainable fat with the same the complex flavour as conventional meat.