Food Day @ETH Workshop: Ultra-Processed Foods: Myths, Facts, and Future Role
2024-10-30 14:00 - 16:30 (Europe/Zurich) | Zürich
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In collaboration with Food Day @ETH: For researchers, industry, start-ups & investors with expert knowledge or interest in ultra-processed foods.
The debate over Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) often polarizes into two extremes: outright rejection of UPFs as harmful or full acceptance due to their practicality. During the interactive workshop around this complex issue, experts will shed light on both aspects, providing insights into the multifaceted nature of UPFs, and participants will be encouraged to engage actively in the dialogue.
Key questions that will be explored include: What are the scientific facts and misconceptions about the health impacts of UPFs? How can UPFs contribute to global food security, and what risks do they pose? What regulatory frameworks are necessary to ensure their safe and ethical production and consumption? What drives the increasing consumption of UPFs, and what strategies can be employed to promote healthier alternatives? Finally, what innovations can make UPFs both healthier and more environmentally sustainable?
This workshop offers all the opportunity to collaboratively address the challenges and opportunities that UPFs present. The goal is to ensure equitable access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food while considering the broader implications for global food systems. Through thoughtful exploration of health, regulation, food security, and innovation, the workshop aims to advance understanding of the role of UPFs in our diets.
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Food Day @ETH 2024
2024-10-30 17:15 - 21:00 | World Food System Center, Main Building, ETH Zürich, Rämistrasse 101,, Zürich, 8006, Switzerland
World Food System Center Research Symposium 2024
What role does research and innovation have in accelerating the transition to sustainable food systems?
Join Food Day @ETH to take part in workshops and discussions focused on food systems innovation and research. You will be part of a diverse audience from academia, industry, government, and international organizations.
The event kicks off with workshops in the afternoon, followed by an evening plenary session and our ever popular Networking Poster Session highlighting innovative research from across the food system.
Date: Wednesday, 30 October 2024
Times: 14:00 – 16:30 CET (Workshops)
16:00 – 17:00 CET (Poster Session and Coffee Break)
17:15 – 21:00 CET (Plenary & Networking Poster Session)
Location: ETH Zurich, Main Building
The call for posters is now open!
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