Our work provides a rigorous foundation of scientific discoveries fundamental to advancing alternative proteins. We analyze the industry to identify priority knowledge gaps and direct funding to the most impactful research projects. We also cultivate an engaged community of scientists to create collaborations and increase the flow of new talent. We want to overcome technical challenges through open-access research and accelerate progress across the alternative protein industry.

Identifying fundamental knowledge gaps and articulating technological solutions require a deep understanding of the science in alternative proteins and related fields. Rigorous industry analyses, such as life cycle assessments and technical and economic analyses, also provide critical insights to identify the most important levers for improving alternative protein product taste, texture, price, and sustainability.

Research funding is crucial in an emerging field like alternative proteins. Our Research Incentive Program allocates resources to relevant projects, supporting our researchers to ensure the commercial viability of their work.

GFI created the Collaborative Research Directory to connect researchers in alternative proteins worldwide. The platform allows scientists to share information about their research areas and publish collaboration opportunities for other scientists, laboratories, and companies in their projects. Likewise, they can be found by other researchers or companies interested in research projects. This creates a global network of scientific networking focused on technologies for developing and improving the production of alternative proteins. The initiative has both researchers already active in the sector of alternative proteins and those interested in working in this area.