--- title: Fera's Alternative Proteins and Novel Foods Webinar 2 Sign Up description: At Fera, we remain dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and supporting informed decision-making in the realm of alternative protein authenticity and labelling. The release of the recent Defra report represents a significant step forward in addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging novel protein sources in our global food system. image: https://content.fera.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_2275958769.jpg --- # How To Keep Food Authentic: Navigating Alternative Proteins --- ![NF-Webinar-2-landing-page-header](https://content.fera.co.uk/hubfs/NF-Webinar-2-landing-page-header.png "NF-Webinar-2-landing-page-header") # During the session, our expert speakers talked through the findings of the recent Defra report *"Implications of emerging novel protein sources for food authenticity and labelling"*. They also led discussions on the innovative developments in the alternative protein industry, potential risks, and the importance of regulatory frameworks and authenticity testing in ensuring consumer confidence and safety. Our Speakers: # [Dr Rosario Romero](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosario-romero-3a404623b/): Science Lead of Food Authenticity and Profiling Team, Fera Science # Dr Sophie Rollinson: *Food Authenticity Programme Manager, Defra* # [Dr Hannah Lester](https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahelizabethlester/): *CEO, ATOVA Regulatory Consultancy* # [Dr Chris Bryant](https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-bryant-75b6546b/):* Director, Bryant Research* # [Dr Michael Walker](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwalkerconsultingltd/): *Honorary Professor, Queen's University Belfast* [Joe Humphreys](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-humphreys/): *Business Development Manager, Fera Science*         ### Fill out the form to view the recording ## **See more from Fera** In line with our commitment to fostering industry dialogue and driving innovation, we're delighted to introduce Fera's new 'Collaborative Insights' series.  [![Article-1](https://content.fera.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Article-1.png?width=183&height=200&name=Article-1.png "Article-1")](https://content.fera.co.uk/hubfs/Food/Novel%20Foods/Novel%20Foods_Alternative%20Proteins%20Overview.pdf?utm_campaign=Novel%20Food&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8u0aQRnTfuMqS8LmWMqACqcx0ze4vozZN3Z9luoGgYPYMaSgmZnQbSCO6mnWX5gZ0J73mE&hsLang=en-gb) ## A Focus on Food Authenticity and Fraud of Emerging Novel Protein Sources Dr Rosario Romero, Fera Science [![Article-2-1](https://content.fera.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Article-2-1.png?width=183&height=200&name=Article-2-1.png "Article-2-1")](https://content.fera.co.uk/hubfs/Food/Novel%20Foods/Novel%20Foods_Regulatory%20Context.pdf?hsLang=en-gb) ## A Look at the Current Regulatory Context of Novel Foods Dr Rosario Romero, Fera Science & Dr Hannah Lester, Atova Regulatory Consulting [![Article-3-1](https://content.fera.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Article-3-1.png?width=183&height=200&name=Article-3-1.png "Article-3-1")](https://content.fera.co.uk/hubfs/Food/Novel%20Foods/Novel%20Foods_Whats%20in%20a%20Name.pdf?hsLang=en-gb) ## What's in a Name? Dr Rosario Romero, Fera Science & Dr Christ Bryant, Bryant Research [![Article-4-1](https://content.fera.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Article-4-1.png?width=183&height=200&name=Article-4-1.png "Article-4-1")](https://content.fera.co.uk/hubfs/Food/Novel%20Foods/Novel%20Foods_Analytical%20Capabilities.pdf?hsLang=en-gb) ## Analytical Capabilities and Areas for Future Development Dr Rosario Romero, Fera Science & Dr Michael Walker, Queen's University Belfast ## Visit here to learn more about our services: [https://content.fera.co.uk/alternative-proteins-and-novel-foods](https://content.fera.co.uk/alternative-proteins-and-novel-foods?hsLang=en-gb) ## View our previous webinar from April 2023 ## Keeping ahead of the Game - alternative proteins: food safety in a regulatory landscape This session brought together some of the alternative protein sector’s experts to discuss how they are shaping the future of food. We discussed topics surrounding: Current global and UK regulatory landscape The potential food safety risks of alternative proteins The challenges faced by UK companies with new foundational technology How cultivated meat starts with cells ![undefined-low (7)](https://content.fera.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-low%20(7).gif?width=640&height=360&name=undefined-low%20(7).gif "undefined-low (7)") [ Watch here ](https://content.fera.co.uk/alternative-proteins-webinar-recording?hsLang=en-gb) --- ## Want to know more? Embark on your protein innovation journey with confidence. Connect with Fera today and let us safeguard the future of your novel foods. ![White-1](https://content.fera.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/White-1.png?width=187&height=140&name=White-1.png "White-1") Fera Science Ltd., 2023