Overview

The Smart Protein project is a European-funded Horizon 2020 research project aiming to develop the next generation of smart protein foods which are cost-effective, resource-efficient, and nutritious. Proteins will be extracted from plants and through the up-cycling of waste-stream foods such as pasta residues or bread crusts. These smart proteins will be used to create ingredients and products which are nutritious, trusted, environmentally friendly, and part of a secure and future-proofed supply chain. Potential products and ingredients could include new forms of plant-based meat, fish, seafood, and baked goods, as well as cheese and other dairy products. The project is a partnership between more than 30 external partners, including universities, research institutions, corporations, SMEs, and NGOs. The Smart Protein project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 862957.