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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro - SWOT Analysis Event National HUB | Greece
DESCRIPTION:The Plant-based Protein Hub of Greece\, coordinated by National Technical University of Athens (NTUA)\, together with partners including JOTIS\, PRINSUS\, Reframe.food\, and Region of Peloponnese\, under the Excel4Pro Project\, is inviting Greek companies\, startups\, and research organizations to its national hybrid SWOT Analysis workshop on 25 November 2025 at School of Chemical Engineering\, National Technical University of Athens. \nThis interactive session will explore the strengths\, challenges\, and opportunities of Greece’s plant-based ecosystem\, helping shape the future of sustainable food innovation. \nParticipants will: \n\ngain insights into market trends\naccess funding opportunities of up to €40\,000 for collaborative projects\nreceive mentoring and business modeling support\, and\nconnect with partners from Greece\, Turkey\, and Ukraine.\n\nThe workshop is an open invitation to those active in food\, biotechnology\, and agrifood innovation to contribute ideas\, develop pilot-scale products\, and help position Greece as a leader in the plant-based sector. \n\nTime: 13:00 – 16:00 (GMT +3)\nJoin the event here.\nRead the full agenda here.
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pro-swot-analysis-event-national-hub-greece/
LOCATION:School of Chemical Engineering\, National Technical University of Athens\, National Technical University of Athens - Polytechnic Campus (Zografou 15772)\, Athens\, Greece
CATEGORIES:Project Events
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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro Webinar - Redefining Meat and Dairy\, Powered by Plants | Online
DESCRIPTION:Excel4Pro is excited to announce its first publicly accessible webinar\, “Redefining Meat and Dairy\, Powered by Plants\,” taking place on 16 December. Organized by Foodback\, the webinar is designed to engage the wider innovation ecosystem. By bringing together researchers\, early-stage companies\, startups\, and industry stakeholders\, the event aims to raise awareness of sustainable protein innovation and foster collaborative solutions that can accelerate progress in the field. \nWhat will you learn: \n\nKey research trends and scientific breakthroughs in sustainable proteins\nInsights from industry stakeholders on market needs and commercialization pathways\nOpportunities for collaboration across academia\, industry\, and policy\n\nMeet our Speakers: \n\nMüge İşleten Hocaoğlu\, Associate Professor at Gebze Technical University\nAnıl Ünver\, General Manager at Veggy\nTürker Yaşın\, CEO & Founder at Plantero\n\nThe event will also introduce Excel4Pro’s mission and its activities\, outlining how the project supports innovation\, ecosystem building\, and capacity development in the alternative and sustainable protein landscape. \n\nTime: 13:00 – 14:00 (CET)\nRegister here.
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pro-webinar-redefining-meat-and-dairy-powered-by-plants-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Project Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foodback":MAILTO:ekip@foodback.co
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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro Meetups: Chat & Taste with Farmhood
DESCRIPTION:Excel4Pro is organizing an inspiring event focused on sustainable food systems\, entrepreneurship\, and alternative proteins. At this event\, Selin Arslan\, Founder of Farmhood\, will share her entrepreneurship journey\, sustainable food vision\, and experiences in developing plant-based\, protein-enriched products. The talk will be moderated by Ayşe Sabuncu\, Co-Founder of Foodback. \nFollowing the talk\, there will be a tasting of high-protein snacks developed by Farmhood. \nThe event is open to all students\, academics\, and stakeholders interested in entrepreneurship\, alternative proteins\, and sustainable food. Since the event has limited capacity\, we recommend registering as soon as possible. \nDate: December 25\, 2025Time: 14:00 – 15:00Location: Gebze Technical University\, Biotechnology Institute Seminar Hall Amphitheater-1 (Basement Level) \nLocation details:Gebze Technical UniversityCumhuriyet\, 2254. Sk. No:2\, 41400 Gebze/Kocaeli\, TurkeyBiotechnology Institute Seminar Hall
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pro-meetups-chat-taste-with-farmhood/
LOCATION:Gebze Technical University\, Cumhuriyet\, 2254. Sk. No:2\, 41400\, Gebze/Kocaeli\, Türkiye\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Project Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foodback":MAILTO:ekip@foodback.co
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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro Webinar – Open Call Info Day | Online
DESCRIPTION:Excel4Pro is pleased to invite interested innovators\, researchers\, startups\, and SMEs to the Excel4Pro Open Call Info Day\, an online session presenting the funding opportunity launched under the Excel4Pro project. \nThis webinar will introduce the Excel4Pro Open Call\, which aims to support innovative projects in the agri-food sector focusing on novel foods based on plant proteins. The session will provide practical guidance for applicants and explain how interested organizations can participate in the Open Call. \nThe Info Day will help potential applicants better understand the objectives of the Open Call\, the eligibility criteria\, and the application process. \nWhat will you learn \n• The objectives and scope of the Excel4Pro Open Call\n• Who can apply and what types of projects are eligible\n• Funding opportunities available for selected applicants\n• Key steps and deadlines of the application process\n• Practical tips for preparing a strong proposal \nSpeaker \n• Nikos Deligiannis\, Project Manager at Reframe Food \nThe session will also include a short Q&A\, allowing participants to ask questions related to the call and the application process. \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TxSKT0BkQsazYKN3bTZYIQ \nDate: March 20\, 2026Time: 12:00 – 12:30 (EET)Location: Online
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pro-webinar-open-call-info-day-online/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reframe Food":MAILTO:info@reframe.food
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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro & PROTWIN Joint Webinar - The Future of Food Safety in Europe: Update of regulatory framework and research needs about novel foods | Online
DESCRIPTION:Excel4Pro is excited to announce its upcoming joint webinar\, “The Future of Food Safety in Europe: update of regulatory framework and research needs about novel foods\,” taking place on 31 March. Organized by Excel4Pro and PROTWIN\, this online event is designed to engage researchers\, industry stakeholders\, and policymakers in a discussion on the evolving food safety landscape across Europe. \nWhat will you learn: \n\nRecent developments in European regulatory frameworks for novel foods and alternative proteins\nKey research priorities needed to support innovation while ensuring consumer safety\nInsights from experts working at the intersection of science and policy\nCurrent challenges and emerging opportunities in the evolving food safety landscape\nPerspectives on how to shape a safe\, sustainable\, and future-ready European food system\n\nMeet our Speakers: \n\nDr Veronica Maria Teresa Lattanzio\, Research Director\, Food Safety / Food Policy Expert\, Presentation Title: The future of food safety in Europe: update of the regulatory framework and research needs on novel foods\n\n\nDr Betül Vazgeçer\, Vice-Chair\, FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius Commission\, Presentation Title: Novel Foods: The Role of Codex Alimentarius in Ensuring Safety and Trust\n\nDate: March 31\, 2026Time: 09:00 – 10:00 (CET)Location: Online \n\nRegistration link: https://event.au.dk/events/the-future-of-food-safety-in-europe\nZoom link: https://aarhusuniversity.zoom.us/j/64056121458
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pro-protwin-joint-webinar-the-future-of-food-safety-in-europe-update-of-regulatory-framework-and-research-needs-about-novel-foods-online/
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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro Meetups: Chat & Taste with Koolseed
DESCRIPTION:We are organizing an inspiring event focused on sustainable food systems\, entrepreneurship\, and alternative proteins. In this event\, Cansu Yegin\, Co-Founder of Koolseed\, will share her entrepreneurial journey\, her vision for sustainable food\, and her experience in developing plant-based\, protein-enriched products. The session will be moderated by İlknur Şahin\, Project Manager at Foodback. \nFollowing the talk\, there will be a tasting session featuring high-protein snacks developed by Koolseed. \nWe invite all students\, academics\, and stakeholders who are interested in entrepreneurship\, alternative proteins\, and sustainable food systems. As the event has limited capacity\, we recommend registering as soon as possible. \n📅Date: April 2\, 2026 \n🕑Time: 14:00 – 15:00 \n📍Location: Yıldız Technical University\, Yıldız Teknopark Conference Hall \n🔗Registration Link: https://luma.com/2cvcfkic
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pro-meetups-chat-taste-with-koolseed/
LOCATION:Yıldız Technical University\, Yıldız Teknopark Conference Hall
CATEGORIES:Project Events
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SUMMARY:Excel4Pro's Summer School on “Bioprocessing Approaches for Plant-Based Protein Systems”
DESCRIPTION:The Excel4Pro Summer School on “Bioprocessing Approaches for Plant-Based Protein Systems” is a five-day intensive training program designed to combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on training in bioprocess development. \nOrganized under the Horizon Europe-funded Excel4Pro project\, the program aims to strengthen professional competencies\, foster research-oriented thinking\, and enhance employability in the field of industrial and applied biotechnology for early-stage researchers. \nHosted by the Institute of Biotechnology at Gebze Technical University\, with contributions from Sartorius\, the summer school integrates structured theoretical instruction with intensive laboratory-based training. Participants will gain practical experience in fermentation processes\, bioreactor operation\, process monitoring\, and data-driven bioprocess analysis\, preparing them for both academic research and industry-oriented careers. \nThe program is specifically designed for highly motivated PhD students and early-stage researchers seeking to develop practical expertise in fermentation technology and bioprocess engineering. Due to laboratory infrastructure and equipment capacity limitations\, participation in the hands-on training sessions is restricted to a limited number of trainees. \nProgram Structure\nThe Excel4Pro Summer School follows a modular structure\, combining hybrid theoretical lectures with hands-on laboratory training. \nDAY 1-2: HYBRID THEORETICAL LECTURE SERIES \nAs part of the Excel4Pro Summer School\, the first two days of the program are offered as a Hybrid Theoretical Lecture Series\, allowing a broader audience to benefit from the theoretical components of the training. While registered summer school participants will attend these sessions on-site as part of the full program\, external participants are welcome to join the lectures online\, free of charge \nThe Hybrid Theoretical Lecture Series covers key topics in fermentation technology and bioprocessing approaches\, including: \n\nFermentation-based modification of plant protein ingredients\nMicroorganisms and substrates used in bioprocesses\nBioreactor design and operational strategies\nProcess optimization\, control and monitoring techniques\n\nPlease note that participation in the Hybrid Theoretical Lecture Series does not include access to the hands-on laboratory training sessions\, which are reserved exclusively for selected summer school participants. \nDAY 3-5: HANDS-ON LABORATORY TRAININGS (ON-SITE) \nThe practical component focuses on developing essential laboratory skills through guided\, hands-on laboratory activities. Participants will work directly with bioreactor system and engage in: \n\nUpstream processing\nBioreactor operation and monitoring\nDownstream processing\n\nThroughout the training\, interactive elements such as case studies\, troubleshooting exercises\, and group discussions are integrated to reinforce learning and encourage critical thinking. \nThe program concludes with data analysis\, interpretation of experimental results\, and group presentations\, enabling participants to translate practical observations into meaningful scientific conclusions. \nWhat you will learn\nBy the end of the program\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand microbial growth dynamics and metabolism within fermentation systems\nSelect appropriate microorganisms and substrates for targeted fermentation applications\nEvaluate bioreactor design and key operational parameters affecting process performance\nApply basic analytical techniques to monitor fermentation processes\nInterpret experimental data and identify potential issues in bioprocesses\nPerform essential laboratory procedures including media preparation\, sterilization\, and inoculation\n\nFind the Full Agenda here.\nRegister here.
URL:https://excel4pro.eu/event/excel4pros-summer-school-on-bioprocessing-approaches-for-plant-based-protein-systems/
LOCATION:Gebze Technical University\, Cumhuriyet\, 2254. Sk. No:2\, 41400\, Gebze/Kocaeli\, Türkiye\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Project Events
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