Festival attendees can pick up their badge at our Registration Booth.

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Start Day 2 with mindfulness!

Bruce Friedrich is Founder & President of the Good Food Institute. He is a global leader in food tech innovation, plant-based and cultivated meat, food security, and climate mitigation. With features in top publications, major podcasts, and a TED Talk with over 2.3 million views, Bruce’s work is shaping the future of food! 

Hosted by Brown University Alt Protein Project and Tufts Alt Protein Project
This forward-thinking panel brings together industry experts to explore how cellular agriculture is transforming food, public health, and sustainability. Join the conversation on cutting-edge advancements, cost-accessibility, and the policies shaping a more just and resilient food future.

Hosted by University of Nigeria Alt Protein Project
Panelists:

• Dr. Victor Ujor, Assistant Professor, Department of Food Science at University of Wisconsin-Madison

• Professor Ifeoma Mbaeyi-Nwaoha, Department of Science and Technology, University of Nigeria Nsukka

This vital discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities for low- and middle-income countries in Africa as the global food system shifts toward sustainability. Experts will explore how to drive research, policy advocacy, and investment in innovative food solutions tailored to local needs, ensuring an inclusive and equitable food future.

Hosted by University of Cambridge Alt Protein Project
Panelists:

• Jennifer Hanson, Lousiana Tech University

• Isaac Agbemafle, Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition, University of Rhode Island

This thought-provoking panel delves into the evolving landscape of children’s nutrition, exploring the rise of engineered milk and protein alternatives amid increasing food allergies and cultural dietary shifts. Experts in medicine, bioengineering, and nutrition will unpack the future of childhood health, food accessibility, and the intersection of science, industry, and tradition in shaping what the next generation eats.

Grab lunch and experience the future of food at the 2025 Food 4 Thought Festival, showcasing plant-based and alternative protein options. Enjoy creative, sustainable dishes from chefs, startups, and brands committed to improving food for people, animals, and the planet.

This year's Food Festival and Research Showcase will be held at Cambridge Rindge & Latin School Main Cafeteria.

Gene Baur is CEO and Co-Founder of @farmsanctuary, a nonprofit working to end animal agriculture and promote compassionate food choices. Hailed as “the conscience of the food movement” by Time magazine, Gene is a pioneer in undercover investigations and farm animal rescue!

Hosted by Harvard Undergraduate Food Security Initiative
This dynamic panel uncovers the hidden struggles of food-insecure students at higher education institutions, where assumptions of economic mobility or affluence mask critical gaps in support. Join experts, students, and advocates as they explore bold, innovative strategies to build equitable, sustainable food access across campuses.

Hosted by Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health Food, Health, & Sustainability
Panelists:

• Sally Powell, Regulatory Affairs SME, MilliporeSigma

• Silvia Berciano, Director of Nutrition & Health Innovation, WISEcode

• Christina Badaracco, Consultant on Healthcare, Nutrition, Food is Medicine, and Culinary Medicine

​This panel explores the population-level health impacts of cultured and plant-based meats, examining their nutritional benefits, food safety considerations, and regulatory challenges. Join experts in public health, food science, policy, and regulation for an insightful discussion on the future of alternative proteins in a healthier food system.

MEAT The Future participants will present their cases!

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All attendees can use the F4T discount code to purchase dinner at a local participating restuarant.