Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!
My name is Florentin from EUFIC and we dive together into how data shapes our food!
Our mission? To explore with experts ...
Celebrating women in Food & Data Science (bonus with Dr Jana Kholová)
Happy International Day of Women & Girls in Science! 🎉As such, the #DRG4FOOD project seeks to spotlight women who are shifting this food tech landscape.🔍Enjoy the engaging conversation with Dr Jana Kholová, PhD in Plant Physiology and Genetics.She is responsible for integrating the knowledge of plant biology into the inter-disciplinary agri-food systems improvement efforts.Learn about her experience working in STEM in several countries worldwide.She also closes the chat with an encouragement for women to fight.EUFIC prepared this podcast as part of the DRG4FOODproject, which is supported and funded by the European Union.The ideas expressed do not reflect the opinions of the European Commission.Visit the DRG4FOOD website at drg4food.eu/Social media channels:LinkedInXIn line with global Sustainable Development Goals, Jana Kholová with colleagues and networks of partners contributes to efforts required to enhance the agri-food systems, particularly in the most vulnerable production system (Asia, Africa, Latin America). She is responsible for integrating the knowledge of plant biology into the inter-disciplinary agri-food systems improvement efforts. Her stronghold is the trans-disciplinary research integration, efficient teamwork, strategic collaboration, exploration, and development of new research areas, technologies and innovation.
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9:19
The power of DNA in our nutrition (with GENIE)
Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!
Let's look at how data shapes our food.
Our mission? To explore how digital technologies are revolutionizing the food industry and empower you to make informed choices in this digital age.
🎙 Episode 7 of this podcast dives into genetics!
More precisely, the improvement of your shopping experience thanks to ultra-personalized dietary advice.
My guests are Jean-Pierre Lannou and Marina Riera, part
of the GENIE project.
Those advices are based on consumer preferences but
more importantly on genetic, microbiota, and biochemical blood tests.
Let’s dive together into genetic nutrition, the
importance of your data and Marina and Jean-Pierre’s personal stories about genetic testing experiences.
Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction
1:48 – Storytime in Sevilla
3:19 – Conversation start
4:28 – Topic of the day: genetic data. First why do you think food and technology have become so interconnected in recent years?
6:44 – Explanation of the GENIE project & and the importance of genetic data in nutrition planning
8:38 – How the project and the app will work (gut microbiota…)
9:40 – Why studying gut microbiota is important
10:36 – The shared vision between the 3 institutions (GUNDO, ADN Institut, and i3S)
13:17 – GENIE project as a pioneer in working on genetics & microbiota for personalized nutrition
14:31– How the DRG4FOOD project and GENIE align in
terms of using data to empower consumers
18:30 – The accessibility of this personalization app and the topic of genetics in general
21:22 – Addressing skepticism on personalized nutrition and sharing genetic data
22:48 – The different layers of how consumers’ data will be used
24:06 – Jean-Pierre & Marina’s examples on the use of a potential app based on genetic data
28:41 – The future app will be made for different publics: the curious ones, the nerdy ones etc.
30:38 – Conclusion with rapid-fire questions
33:24 - Episode’s takeaways for you
#food #data #sustainability #technology
EUFIC prepared this podcast as part of the DRG4FOOD project, which is supported and funded by the European Union.
The ideas expressed do not reflect the opinions of the European Commission.
Visit the DRG4FOOD website at https://drg4food.eu/
Social media channels:
- LinkedIn
- X
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User guide to Data Trust
Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!
Let's look at how data shapes our food.
Our mission? To explore how digital technologies are revolutionizing the food industry and empower you to make informed choices in this digital age.
🎙 Episode 6 of this podcast dives into the role of technology in assisting the development of a better food system.
Expect to learn:
1. How food information could improve your dietary choices
2. How “data is not scary but it’s rather what people make of it”.
3. Why you should play an active role in your food journey and data
Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction
1:57 – Storytime in Helsinki
3:30 – Conversation start
3:30 – “Why in your opinion should we bring data and
food in the first place? Why is it important?”
4:10 – “Food composition data: I’d like you to explain us what it is, is it something we see on the back of every food packaging, or something else?”
7:26 – The example of Chile with aggressive branding (mentioning the degree of sugar highly visible in the packaging)
10:46 – The case of Slovenia discussing with food industries
11:32 – “This is not about dictating what people eat but rather making the heathier choice the easier choice”
11:47 – “So why do you think food composition data is important and what has been done so that people
(policymakers but also organizations and consumers) may better understand it?”
13:32 – Population level vs individual level food policy focus
15:18 – Lack of specificity and consistency in public health messages
17:10 – The importance to provide evidence for stronger policies (Example of the Zero Hidden Hunger project with micronutrient deficiencies)
18:13 –“What brought you to this complex world of food technology in general?”
21:10 – “Data is not scary, it’s what people do with it”
22:50 –The link between mother’s diet and child growth: Example of population data applied to individuals
24:33 – The challenge of translating all information into tangible diets
27:53 – "How do you see honestly see consumers take part of this food journey and how will you encourage them to not just stay passive about it but also play an active role?”
28:41 – Need for better communication about people’s rights to their data
32:33 – "If you could eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?"
33:24 - Conclusion and takeaways
#food #data #sustainability#technology
EUFIC prepared this podcast as part of the
DRG4FOOD project, which is supported and funded by the European Union.
The ideas expressed do not reflect the
opinions of the European Commission.
Visit the DRG4FOOD website at https://drg4food.eu/
Social media channels:
LinkedIn
X
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34:13
From Fark to Fork: Food Traceability & Literacy
Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!
Let's look at how data shapes our food.
Our mission? To explore how digital technologies are revolutionizing the food industry and empower you to make informed choices in this digital age.
🎙 Episode n°5 of this podcast dives into food traceability and food literacy!
Francesca Felici is a food anthropologist with
several hats on her head.
She is a Researcher & Consultant in Food Systems
and Food Security, with a lense in Anthropology and Development Studies.
She brings an interesting view on food traceability with a broader focus on food literacy.
Expect to learn the importance of the EU FARM2FORK process for citizens, how an untrustworthy food traceability hinders our health and more on food
literacy's power for the consumer.
Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction
1:41 – Storytime in Dubin’s Trinity College
3:01 – Conversation start
3:36 – Book recommendation: “Sweetness and Power: The Place of Sugar in Modern History”.
5:12 – “In a data-wave era in the food sector, why should we bring data and food in the first place? Why is it important?”
08:07 – “Can you break down the EU FARM2FORK process for us? Why should the average European citizen care about this initiative?”
9:48 – Farmer story in Italy and working conditions
12:12 – “How does Data-driven food traceability improve our food safety and quality? Can you provide us some real-world examples?”
16:11 – Many challenges coming with an untrustworthy food traceability (working conditions, obesity...)
18:20 – The example of a manipulating organic certification leading to false information to consumers
19:13 – The social aspect of food data and its potential inequality
20:17 – Solutions for people having less access to technology
22:07 - Food literacy is a popular topic these days. How can we, as customers, better understand where our food comes from and make more educated decisions?
26:47 – One policy recommendation to support a more transparent and trustworthy food traceability system?
29:16 – "If you could eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?"
30:51 - Conclusion and takeaways
#food #data #sustainability#technology
EUFIC prepared this podcast as part of the
DRG4FOOD project, which is supported and funded by the European Union.
The ideas expressed do not reflect the
opinions of the European Commission.
Visit the DRG4FOOD website at https://drg4food.eu/
Social media channels:
LinkedIn
X
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31:55
Personalised Nutrition: How Data Is Revolutionizing Diets
Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!
Let's look at how data shapes our food.
Our mission? To explore how digital technologies are revolutionizing the food industry and empower you to make informed choices in this digital age.
🎙 The fourth episode of this podcast dives
into one of today’s hot topics: personalised nutrition!
For this episode, let me introduce you to Jochem
Bossenbroek, CEO of Verdify, a foodtech company that develops trusted software for
personalised nutrition.
His mission is simple yet ambitious: to help people make healthier and more sustainable food choices thanks to technology.
Expect to learn how personalised nutrition can change your life, how you can use your data rights to put some respect to companies and why it is never too late to adopt a healthier food lifestyle.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction
1:32 – Storytime in Leeuwarden
3:04 – Conversation start
3:43 – “What’s the mission of your company?”
6:27 – “How do you believe technology is transforming our approach to healthy eating? And do you see technology into meal planning and shopping routines contributing to a more resilient and sustainable food system that benefits both people and the environment?”
11:20 – “How can we ensure that users' data rights are protected while still providing personalised nutrition solutions?”
14:44 – “Can consumers can take care of their data
while still benefiting from personalized nutrition apps?”
16:36 – The relationship between nutritionists/dietitians and personalised nutrition apps
19:04 – Jochem’s use of personalised apps
21:53 – The challenge for children to maintain healthy eating habits in their environment
23:03 – “You’re not only dealing with consumers, but also food retailers and companies. These are the primary players who collect sensitive information from us. How can we ensure that corporations who collect our data and operate in the food industry respect our data rights?”
25:32 – “What are some trends you foresee in the field of personalized nutrition and food technology?”
28:04 – "If you could eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?"
29:20 - Conclusion and takeaways
#food #data #sustainability#technology
EUFIC prepared this podcast as part of the DRG4FOOD project, which is supported and funded by the European Union.
The ideas expressed do not reflect the opinions of the European Commission.
Visit the DRG4FOOD website at drg4food.eu/
Social media channels:
LinkedIn
X
Welcome to the Digital Food Podcast!
My name is Florentin from EUFIC and we dive together into how data shapes our food!
Our mission? To explore with experts how digital technologies are revolutionizing the food industry and empower you to make informed choices in this digital age.
EUFIC prepared this podcast as part of the DRG4FOOD project, which is supported and funded by the European Union. The ideas expressed do not reflect the opinions of the European Commission.
Visit the DRG4FOOD website at https://drg4food.eu/
Social media channels: "SciFoodHealth” on LinkedIn and X
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