Design of Plant-Based Foods

This course serves as a dynamic nexus where students engage closely with entrepreneurs, corporations, venture capitalists, and plant-based organizations, allowing them to gain a comprehensive understanding of the plant-based food landscape. Students will delve into the principles of food science as applied to the conception and production of plant-based edibles. Through collaborative teamwork, they will confront industry challenges and endeavors to create innovative, tangible plant-based products. A special emphasis will be placed on designing wholesome, minimally processed foods utilizing locally available raw materials. Graduates of this program have not only forged new companies but also found gainful employment within the forefront of the burgeoning plant-based industry.