Beyond the Burger: The Future of Protein in an Evolving Food System
with Rohan Shirwaiker Ph.D.
Welcome to Science by the Slice! We're excited to host this hybrid event. We'll meet in in-person at 700 Park Offices Drive, (behind the Boxyard) to hear this month's speaker while we enjoy pizza, but space is limited. You can also join live remotely via Sigma Xi's Facebook page if you're unable to make it in person. A zoom link will also be sent out to registered attendees.
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About the talk
Feeding a global population projected to reach 10 billion by 2050 will require transformative changes to how we produce food. Proteins derived from plants, microbial fermentation, and cultivated animal cells offer promising solutions to reduce the environmental footprint of food production while meeting nutritional needs. This talk will highlight the science and innovation behind these emerging protein technologies, their role in fortifying our agri-food system, and how the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at NC State is helping advance this field through research, education, and outreach.
Speaker Bio
Rohan A. Shirwaiker is the James T. Ryan Distinguished Professor in Industrial & Systems Engineering and Co-Director of the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at NC State University. Dr. Shirwaiker’s interdisciplinary research program focuses on the advanced manufacturing of biological products for medical and sustainable food applications. At the Bezos Center, he leads a multidisciplinary team of researchers, educators, and trainees on R&D, workforce development, and capacity building efforts to advance the biomanufacturing of plant-based, fermentation-made, and cell-cultivated meats. Dr. Shirwaiker is a recipient of several professional honors, including the NSF CAREER Award, IISE Fellow Award, and SME Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineer Award. He is also deeply engaged in professional service, holding leadership roles in various scholarly initiatives and nonprofit organizations.
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