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ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS
AGENDA
| WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 | |
| 6:00 PM | WELCOME DRINKS & DINNER |
| Hosted by AGR Partners | 221 1st Street, Davis, CA 95616
UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food and Health’s accomplishments and vision for the future presented by: |
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| Justin Siegel, Faculty Director, Innovation Institute for Food & Health | |
| Jonna Mazet, IIFH Board Member | Vice Provost, UC Davis Grand Challenges | Chancellor’s Leadership Professor of Epidemiology and Disease Ecology | Founding Executive Director, One Health Institute | |
| Ned Spang, Director, Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science | |
| H. Rao Unnava, Dean, UC Davis Graduate School of Management | |
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12 Mondavi Center Vanderhoef Studio | 523 Mrak Hall Drive, Davis, CA 95616 |
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8:00 AM |
REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST |
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8:45 AM |
WELCOME – Opening remarks: Justin Siegel, Faculty Director, IIFH Mary Croughan, Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor, UC Davis |
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9:00 AM |
KEYNOTE SESSION | The essential role of disruptive innovation in creating a better future at the intersection of food and health |
| Synthetic biology, artificial intelligence, and fermentation have the opportunity to make the food we eat healthier. Industry and academic leaders will explore how developments in these technologies are reshaping the food industry and paving the way for happier, healthier, longer lives. Advances in biotech and data science create transformative opportunities for food science. | |
| John Melo, former Chief Executive Officer, Amyris | |
| Abigail Stevenson, Chief Scientific Officer, Mars, Inc. | |
| Muireann Kelliher, Global Head of Biotechnology, AB InBev | |
| 10:10 AM | IIFH Partner Panel Discussion on a Healthier Future |
| The Institute provides our partners access to UC Davis’s latest food and health research in the areas such as synthetic biology, artificial intelligence, and fermentation. Our partners discuss how they are integrating these new technologies into their projects, companies, and products. | |
| MODERATOR: Jonna Mazet, IIFH Board Member | Vice Provost, UC Davis Grand Challenges | Chancellor’s Leadership Professor of Epidemiology and Disease Ecology | Founding Executive Director, One Health Institute | |
| Eve Pollet, Senior Vice President, Strategic Intelligence, Dairy Management Inc. | |
| Abigail Stevenson, Chief Scientific Officer, Mars, Inc. | |
| Wesley Wilson, General Partner, Cornucopian Capital | Executive Chair, IIFH Board | |
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11:15 AM-11:30 AM |
BREAK |
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11:30 AM-1:20 PM |
SESSION 1 | Protein: Maximizing health benefits and taste while minimizing environmental impact |
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Academic and industry experts will delve into the art and science of optimizing the nutritional profile and flavor experience of alternative protein sources. This panel of leaders will share innovative techniques and groundbreaking research aimed at harmonizing health through protein bioavailability, flavor, and environmental sustainability. |
| Opening remarks: Justin Siegel, Faculty Director, IIFH | |
| Ned Spang, Director, Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science | |
| Julie Hirsch, Chief Operating Officer, Digestiva | |
| Greg Belt, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, EverGrain | |
| Morrad Fadel, Vice President of Innovation and Commercialization, Meati Foods | |
| Peter Barrick, Chief Executive Officer, Rivalz | |
| Speaker Q&A panel to follow. Moderator: Justin Siegel | |
| 1:20 PM-2:45 PM |
LUNCH |
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2:45 PM-3:45 PM |
SESSION 2 | Market Trends in Food and Health |
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The food industry is evolving at a rapid pace as companies, governments, and consumers all recognize the impact of food on health. Learn what is happening in the food industry and what priorities companies, investors, and researchers should be thinking about. This panel will discuss the rapid evolution of the market and share valuable insights into the growth and role of impact investing and the latest market trends driving innovation. Session presented by Bank of Montreal (BMO) |
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3:45 PM-4:00 PM |
BREAK |
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4:00 PM |
SESSION 3 | AI across the Food and Health Value Chain. Innovating faster, better, cheaper |
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This panel of industry and academic experts will showcase how artificial intelligence is enabling the food industry to be more economically efficient and health-focused. AI is touching every part of our food systems. The panel will share how it is rapidly enhancing consumer experiences, optimizing retail interfaces, and accelerating precision nutrition advancements. |
| Opening remarks: Ilias Tagkopoulos, Professor of Computer Science, UC Davis | Faculty Director, Artificial Intelligence Institute for Next Generation Food Systems | |
| Tim Ouimet, Co-Founder, Engage3 | |
| Eric Hamborg, Chief Commercial Officer, Process Integration & Predictive Analytics (PIPA) | |
| Tom Andriola, IIFH Board Member | Vice Chancellor, Information, Technology, and Data, UC Irvine | Chief Digital Officer, UC Irvine | |
| Xin Liu, Professor in Computer Science, UC Davis | |
| Speaker Q&A panel to follow. Moderator: Ilias Tagkopoulos | |
| Closing remarks:
Justin Siegel, Faculty Director, IIFH Dana Armstrong Hughes, Talent Development Coordinator, IIFH |
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6:00 PM-8:00 PM |
FOOD & BEVERAGE Sensory experiences + POSTER SESSION |
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Drinks & heavy hors d’oeuvres |
| FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13
Mondavi Center Vanderhoef Studio | 523 Mrak Hall Drive, Davis, CA 95616 |
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8:00 AM |
REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST |
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8:50 AM |
WELCOME – Opening remarks: Justin Siegel, Faculty Director, IIFH |
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9:00 AM |
SESSION 4 | Marketing and Branding of Food for Health. Roles of sensory and nutrition science in |
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Food brings people together, provides great joy, and has cultural significance. In this session we will learn how our industry can maintain consumers’ love of food while also providing healthier options. We will hear from a diverse panel of sensory scientists, brand marketers, and cultural historians. |
| Opening remarks: Marissa Pickard, Lead Community Coordinator, IIFH | |
| Charlotte Biltekoff, Associate Professor of American Studies and Food Science and Technology, UC Davis | |
| Erica Pattni, Former Chief Marketing Officer, KIND | |
| Michael Palazzolo, Assistant Professor of Marketing, UC Davis Graduate School of Management | |
| Julien Delarue, Associate Professor of Sensory & Consumer Science, UC Davis Food Science & Technology | |
| Speaker Q&A panel to follow. Moderator: Marissa Pickard | |
| 10:45 AM |
SESSION 5 | Food as Medicine: Improving Metabolic Health |
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Speakers will share the intricate links between diet, metabolism, and health. During this session, you will understand gut health’s role in overall well-being, learn about advancements in probiotics, and hear about new developments in personalized nutrition. |
| Opening remarks: Kim Fisher, Director of Programs, IIFH | |
| Matt Amicucci, Co-Founder & Vice President of R&D, BCD Bioscience | |
| Gil Blander, Founder & Chief Science Officer, InsideTracker | |
| Gio Battistini, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, PhenoTap | |
| Danielle Zumpano-Brucia, PhD Candidate, Molecular, Cellular & Integrative Physiology, UC Davis | |
| Speaker Q&A panel to follow. Moderator: Kim Fisher | |
| 12:45 PM |
CONCLUDING SESSION | Thoughts, Inspirations, and future plans |
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A reflection on the dynamic discourse of the summit and a commitment to future collaborations to provide accessible, nutritious, and delicious foods to cultivate happier, healthier, longer lives. |
| Justin Siegel, Faculty Director, Innovation Institute for Food & Health | |
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LUNCH |
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OTHER ATTENDEES
LOCATION & PARKING
Location:
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ACCOMODATIONS
Hotel accommodations can be made at the following hotels using the direct links provided below.
AGENDA
| 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM | REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST |
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | THE FOOD & HEALTH DISRUPTION
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| 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | KEYNOTE: CHANGING HEALTH: LESSONS OF ONE HEALTH FOR METABOLIC HEALTH
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| 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM | REMOVING LIMITATIONS: THE POTENTIAL OF PRECISION NUTRITION FOR MUSCULOSKELETAL HEALTH
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| 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM | FOOD AND HEALTH INNOVATION FRONTLINES: BUILDING DEALFLOW FOR FOOD AND HEALTH
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| 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | LUNCH |
| 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM | BUILDING OPPORTUNITY: HOW SCIENCE TALENT TRANSFORMS FOOD AND HEALTH BUSINESS POTENTIAL
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| 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM | BREAK |
| 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM | HIDDEN OPPORTUNITIES: FROM WASTE STREAMS TO NUTRITIONAL AND ECONOMIC VALUE
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| 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM | MEETING DEMAND: GROWING CONSUMER AND CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT IN FOOD AND HEALTH
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| 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | BREAK |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | KEYNOTE: METABOLIC HEALTH FOR ALL: FOOD SYSTEM STEPS TO SUPPORT HEALTH FOR EVERYONE
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| 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM | CLOSING REMARKS AND NEXT STEPS
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| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | PARTNER SUMMIT RECEPTION
Location: University of California, Davis – Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art |
Agenda subject to change.
LOCATION & PARKING
Location: University of California, Davis – Vanderhoef Studio Theatre, Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts
Parking:
ACCOMODATIONS
Hotel accommodations can be made at the following hotels using the direct links provided below.
UC DAVIS COVID INFORMATION
AGENDA
| 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | FOOD SYSTEMS INNOVATION AWARD PITCH SESSION |
Agenda subject to change.
LOCATION & PARKING
Location: University of California, Davis – Walter A. Buehler Alumni Center, Founders Boardroom
Parking:
ACCOMODATIONS
Hotel accommodations can be made at the following hotels using the direct links provided below.
UC DAVIS COVID INFORMATION
Our team is here to help! Feel free to send any questions regarding events to innovation@ucdavis.edu.