Alternative protein type: Plant-based

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Companies include food manufacturers as well as ingredients and equipment suppliers involved in the alternative protein space.

The companies reflected here are specialized alternative protein companies that focus the majority of their operations on alternative protein ingredients and products.

These are academic researchers working towards advancing alternative proteins. They have a position to make research decisions in their lab, and are interested in collaborating, hiring, or sharing equipment and resources.

Courses represented here are specialized education and training programs that focus on essential knowledge and skills for the alternative protein R&D and manufacturing workforce.

Specialized centers focus on alternative protein research and training, some on a specific pillar and others with broader coverage across the alternative protein ecosystem. These research centers are active, multidisciplinary hubs for alternative protein research and training. This list only includes specialized research centers that have mobilized significant funding (>$10M USD) dedicated to the scientific advancement of alternative proteins.