"Le Proteine: da sempre indispensabili, da oggi anche alternative. Come sta cambiando la nostra alimentazione tra cibi della tradizione e novel food" is the title of the upcoming OnFoods seminar taking place on 22 April 2026, from 10:00 to 12:00. 

The initiative brings together experts from academia, research and industry to explore how protein consumption is changing in response to scientific innovation, environmental pressures and shifting cultural attitudes.

The event offers a structured journey through the present and future of food, addressing the role of proteins not only in human health but also within broader food systems. Particular attention is given to alternative proteins and novel foods, which are increasingly central to debates on sustainability and global nutrition.

Alongside technological and scientific perspectives, the discussion also considers cultural resistance to dietary change, highlighting how memory, tradition and perception influence acceptance of new food sources. Issues of food safety, regulatory frameworks and the role of institutions such as EFSA are also examined, especially in relation to emerging products like insect-based proteins.

The programme ultimately aims to provide a balanced view, acknowledging both innovation and the continued relevance of traditional protein sources in human evolution and contemporary diets.

Participation is free and available online at the following link: https://federicakairoscomunicazione.clickmeeting.com/le-proteine-da-sempre-indispensabili-da-oggi-anche-alternative-