Alternative Protein Sources: Science Powered Startups to Fuel Food Innovation

Overview

Journal Nat Commun

Specialty Biology

Date 2024 May 28

PMID 38806477

Authors

Elena Lurie-Luke

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Abstract

Harnessing the potential of considerable food security efforts requires the ability to translate them into commercial applications. This is particularly true for alternative protein sources and startups being on the forefront of innovation represent the latest advancements in this field.

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