The Alt. Protein Project at Cornell

The Alt. Protein Project at Cornell, an initiative supported by The Good Food Institute, strives to build a healthy, sustainable, and just food system by creating a vibrant and robust community for alternative protein research and innovation at Cornell University. Our organization aims to provide members with a community where they can explore the field of alternative protein and other opportunities associated with plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived meat, eggs, and dairy to plan future careers that will allow them to transform the future of food. At its best, the Alt. Protein Project at Cornell group acts as a miniature think tank for a burgeoning field, catapulting its members to the forefront of the alternative protein movement.

🌱 This past Thursday, our club proudly hosted an event dedicated to exploring alternative proteins and their potential to transform our food systems for the better. We were thrilled to welcome over 30 attendees who share a passion for innovation and sustainability! We started the evening with an information session highlighting alternative proteins' critical role in addressing issues like sustainability, human/animal welfare, and health. It was an eye-opening discussion emphasizing why innovation in this space is so important. The session was followed by a three-course tasting and sampling experience, where attendees tried various alternative protein products. From flavor to texture, everyone had a chance to evaluate these exciting innovations—and the feedback was fantastic! We’re already looking forward to hosting more events to bring awareness to the alt-protein space and inspire change. Stay tuned for what’s next! 🌱 The Good Food Institute Cornell Institute for Food Systems Jojo Kelly Jacob Walker Sofia Moreira Infante Marie Andersen