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This funding call focuses on raising public awareness and education about alternative proteins derived from biotechnology. It aims to empower citizens with knowledge to make informed dietary choices, improve public understanding of biotechnology's role in sustainable food systems, and enhance the social acceptance of alternative protein sources. The project will address misinformation, support educational initiatives, and develop communication strategies to highlight the sustainability and health benefits of biotechnology-based proteins. Collaborative efforts will involve multi-actor approaches, including stakeholders from academia, industry, and NGOs. The call encourages international collaboration, particularly with the US, to maximize impact and foster innovation in the biotechnology food sector.
Opening: 06-05-2025
Deadline(s): 04-09-2025
Data provided by Ghent University
This funding opportunity represents a pre-agreed draft that has not yet been officially approved by the European Commission. The final, approved version is expected to be published in the first quarter of 2025. This draft is provided for informational purposes and may be used to preliminarily form consortia and develop project ideas, but it is offered without any guarantees or warranties.
Expected Outcome
• Improved scientific knowledge on biotechnology applications for food at various levels.
• Enhanced analysis of social, economic, and environmental impacts of biotechnology-based alternative proteins.
• Increased citizen awareness about alternative proteins through targeted communication tools.
• Identification of policy inconsistencies and regulatory barriers affecting market uptake.
Scope
• Establish a collaborative science-based information programme to support citizens' understanding of dietary shifts towards alternative proteins produced by biotechnology.
• Improve the transfer of scientific knowledge through data collection on citizen perceptions, behaviors, and understanding.
• Create technical and dissemination material based on scientific evidence and knowledge about alternative proteins.
• Provide recommendations to update and enhance educational curricula in schools and other institutions.