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The Future of Protein Is Delicious and Data-Backed

What if the future of protein wasn’t just sustainable, but smarter?

A new Food Tank op-ed explores how the next generation of protein innovation is being shaped by data, from nutrient density to environmental impact, shifting the conversation beyond alternatives to truly optimized foods.

At the UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food and Health (IIFH), we’re advancing this vision alongside partners like the Periodic Table of Food Initiative (PTFI), helping build the data foundation needed to design foods that are better for both people and the planet.

Because the future of food isn’t just delicious—it’s informed.

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