SAVE THE DATE — NOVAFOODIES Two‑Part Webinar Series!
Novel and Functional Foods in the Seafood and Aquaculture Sector.
NOVAFOODIES is pleased to announce a two‑part webinar series dedicated to the future of novel and functional foods in the seafood and aquaculture sector. Organised within the framework of the EU‑co‑funded NOVAFOODIES project, the event will gather researchers, industry actors, innovators, and all stakeholders interested in new food sources and sustainable marine‑based ingredients. The webinars offer a unique opportunity to explore scientific insights, market perspectives, technological advances, and the regulatory environment surrounding algae‑based products and Novel Foods. Participation is free of charge and open to professionals and the wider public.
WEBINAR 1 — Algae-Based Products & Seafood Innovation: Sensory and Market Perspectives
📅 06 March 2026
🕒 11:00–12:00 CET
📍 Online via Zoom
🔗 Register here for free
The first session focuses on algae as an emerging driver of innovation in seafood products, with a particular emphasis on sensory aspects and market potential. Participants will gain an understanding of how algae-based ingredients can enhance flavour, texture, and nutritional value, while also learning about their role in diversifying protein sources.
WEBINAR 2 — Functional Ingredients & Regulatory Challenges
📅 13 March 2026
🕒 11:00–12:00 CET
📍 Online via Zoom
🔗 Register here for free
The second session delves deeper into the bioactive potential of algal ingredients and the regulatory frameworks that govern innovative food development in Europe. Attendees will learn how bioactive compounds derived from algae can be incorporated into food matrices to promote health and wellness. The webinar also provides a practical overview of the product development pathway for Novel Foods, including typical hurdles faced during the approval process.
These two webinars offer a comprehensive exploration of sustainable innovation, cutting‑edge research, and regulatory knowledge in one of the most dynamic areas of the European food system.
NOVAFOODIES Consortium invites all interested participants to mark their calendars and take part in this important knowledge‑sharing event devoted to the next generation of algae‑based and aquaculture‑driven food solutions.
