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Free University of Bozen-Bolzano

Black Hand with Bird and Snake

Event type On-site Event

Location Room BZ D1.02 | Universitätsplatz 1 - piazza Università, 1
Bozen
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Departments AGR Faculty

12 Jun 2024 18:00-20:00

Meat substitutes: from worms to cultivated meat

The event will explain what lab-grown meat is, how it is produced and what barriers need to be overcome if we ever want to buy it in European supermarkets.

Event type On-site Event

Location Room BZ D1.02 | Universitätsplatz 1 - piazza Università, 1
Bozen
Location Information

Departments AGR Faculty

While cultivated meat has not yet found its way into our kitchens, it has ignited widespread discussion and curiosity. This groundbreaking food product represents a paradigm shift in how we produce meat. Cultivated meat consists of real meat obtained from animal cells grown under highly controlled conditions, exploiting the advances made in cell biology and tissue engineering, sectors of medicine that deals with regenerating and repairing tissues. During this presentation, we will delve into the intricacies of the process involved in cultivating meat production. From the initial selection and isolation of animal cells to the cultivation and differentiation into muscle tissue, each step is meticulously orchestrated to ensure the production of high-quality meat that is virtually indistinguishable from conventionally sourced meat. However, despite its immense potential, cultivated meat is not without its challenges. Technical hurdles such as scalability, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory approval loom large on the path to widespread adoption. Nevertheless, as research and development efforts continue to accelerate, cultivated meat is poised to become a viable and sustainable food option. By addressing the current limitations, cultivated meat has the potential to revolutionize the global food industry and pave the way towards a more sustainable and compassionate future.

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