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SUMMARY:Hybrid AI Speaker Series Dec.9: Demystifying AI for Food + Tech Demo
DESCRIPTION:Join the AI Institute for Next Generation Food Systems (AIFS) on the UC Davis campus to hear Manmit Shrimali discuss how AI is helping unlock new food formulations to expedite product development. \nLearn how AI is transforming research and development in food product formulation. \nThe talk will include: \n\nState of R&D in 2026\nEvolution of product development in R&D\nWhy and when to use AI in R&D?\nA few lessons learned on implementing AI at scale\n\nSIGN UP NOW \nWHAT: Free 1-hour talk by Manmit Shrimali\, followed by 1-hour tech platform demo \nWHEN: Tuesday\, December 9\, 2025\, 12:00-1:00 PM and 1:30-2:30 PM \nWHERE: Physical and Data Sciences Building (PDSB) at UC Davis \nREMOTE: Online via Zoom \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: This event is open to all\, whether you are a part of the university community\, industry\, government\, or the public. Learn how AI can be used to create healthier and more sustainable foods. \nTECH DEMO: The tech platform demo is geared towards food science students and those with an interest in R&D for food product development. All are welcome to attend. \nFEATURED SPEAKER: \nManmit Shrimali\, Co-Founder and CEO of Turing Labs\, Inc. \nManmit’s passion lies in fusing art and science — AI with human interaction to help organizations accelerate change management and drive adoption of tools that amplify R&D rather than replacing existing systems. \nTuring Labs is a $20M+ AI platform company in Silicon Valley backed by Y Combinator. Manmit has shared learnings on R&D transformation across the formulation industry. He holds 5 patents and has purpose-built Turing’s AI platform to amplify R&D expertise for organizations such as Kraft\, Unilever\, Mondelez\, and several others. \nFood Science Technical Demo: AI Platform Demo for Food Formulation \nFollowing the Speaker Series\, Manmit Shrimali will provide a technical demonstration of the Turing AI platform used in food formulation. Whether you’re studying food science or another domain\, this is a unique opportunity to see how new technologies function when applied in real-world applications. \nLunch will be provided for in-person attendees. \nThis event is available in hybrid format to attend in person or online. \nTo learn more and register: https://bit.ly/aifs-speakerseries
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/hybrid-ai-speaker-series-dec-9-demystifying-ai-for-food-tech-demo/
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Food Systems
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SUMMARY:Savor lecture: AI in Food Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Every food product that you have tasted started with an idea and a recipe. But designing a product that consumers enjoy and bringing it to market can take an unexpectedly long time. Digital AI assistance is emerging as a tool for food product development that could reduce cost and time to bring new foods and flavors to grocery store shelves. Savor will bring together experts in the field to discuss the possibilities and limitations of this new technology as well as social\, cultural\, and ethical implications in AI-driven food innovation. \n \nThe event will be presented in person at the Sensory Theatre\, Robert Mondavi Institute\, UC Davis Campus. \n\nTickets are $25 per person\, $15 for students.\nIncludes a welcome reception with a hosted bar and appetizers.\nLimited seats are available. Parking details are below.\nA pop-up exhibit from the UC Davis Library Archives and Special Collections will be displayed in the lobby.\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/savor-lecture-ai-in-food-innovation/
LOCATION:Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science\, RMI Sensory\, 392 Old Davis Rd\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Sustainable Food Systems
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SUMMARY:International Olive Sustainability Conference
DESCRIPTION:The UC Davis Olive Center is hosting an International Olive Sustainability Conference (IOSC) September 5 – 7\, 2024 (registration and reception September 4). The conference will be held at the UC Davis Conference Center\, with a half-day program in Napa. \nDuring this conference you will learn about research and projects around the topics of sustainable olive farming and olive oil production\, including soil health\, biodiversity\, utilization of mill by-products\, input management and more. With our “farm to fork” approach\, we are also addressing dietary choices that benefit both human and planetary health\, and issues of economic and social sustainability. \nThis is a special opportunity to engage with researchers\, farmers\, and producers from around the world and members of the olive oil trade and culinary community. In addition to the three-day agenda there are post-conference tours to visit California olive farms and research facilities. Alongside the full schedule of presentations\, panel discussions and poster sessions\, we have planned social events\, olive oil tastings and plenty of opportunities to network and have fun! \nRegister at the event website: https://olivesustainabilityconference.sf.ucdavis.edu/
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/international-olive-sustainability-conference/
LOCATION:UC Davis Conference Center\, 550 Alumni Lane\, Davis\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Solutions,Sustainable Food Systems
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SUMMARY:2024 State of the Science Summit: Reducing Methane from Animal Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:The California Department of Food and Agriculture and the UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences invite you to participate in a two-day conference: State of the Science Summit: Reducing Methane from Animal Agriculture. The Summit will be held May 21-22\, 2024 at the ARC Ballroom at UC Davis. \nThe Summit will include informational presentations and panel discussions with leading experts in methane mitigation and animal science\, connecting the dots between the scientific and regulatory aspects of feed strategies to reduce enteric emissions. The goal is to identify opportunities for collaboration and research that can help the dairy and beef industries meet climate goals. \nRegistration for the 2024 event is now available. Find out more information here. \n 
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/2024-state-of-the-science-summit-reducing-methane-from-animal-agriculture/
LOCATION:ARC Ballroom\, ARC Ballroom\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Solutions,Sustainable Food Systems
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SUMMARY:UC Davis Symposium on Agricultural\, Environmental and Social Sciences
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dean Dillard and the UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CA&ES) to celebrate the impact of research funded by the Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and learn about the specific contributions of CA&ES faculty members who receive AES funding. This is also a chance to learn more about the Agricultural Experiment Station and how this public funding supports the college and contributes to research efforts throughout California. \nThe Symposium will feature four themes of importance to California and highlight the work of various panelists on air\, water\, healthy foods and communities\, and working lands and people. Attendees will hear from speakers including Secretary Karen Ross and faculty from across the college. The program will offer several opportunities to network with researchers and colleagues. \nRegister here. \nFind out more information here.
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/uc-davis-symposium-on-agricultural-environmental-and-social-sciences/
LOCATION:UC Davis Conference Center\, 550 Alumni Lane\, Davis\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Solutions,Sustainable Food Systems
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SUMMARY:Semillas y Culturas ~ Seeds & Culture Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION:With leadership from Ethnic Studies YOLO Academy and Save California Salmon\, the 6th Semillas y Culturas ~ Seeds & Culture Summit will be hosted at the UCD Farm. \nOur hope is to raise awareness and share ideas about sustaining Native California and Indigenous Meso American foodways across generations. \nRegister Now \n9am-12pm: Speaker-led & Hands-on Workshops including:\nAcorns & Walnuts\, Diana & Christina Almendariz\, Maidu/Wintun natural and cultural history experts and teachers\nDecolonize your Diet and Maiz as our Sacred Mother\nTeosinte – Care and Culture (hands on)\, Liza Grandia\, Native American Studies\, & Julia Schreiber\, Student Ecological Garden Lead\nPlants & Teas (hands on workshop)\, Jacquelyn Ross\, Pomo\, Coast Miwok\, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions\, UC Davis\nIndigenous Permaculture – Soils & Compost\, Lupita Torres\n12pm-3pm: Time to eat\, gather\, and share culture.\nFood will be provided. Space is limited\, so please register using the link above. Details with location\, directions and schedule of welcome\, workshops\, lunch\, and cultural sharing will be sent to registered participants. \nSponsors: \nThe YOLO Academy\nSave California Salmon\nCache Creek Conservancy\nUC Davis Native American Studies\nUC Davis Department of Chicana/o Studies\nThe Student Farm\nAgricultural Sustainability Institute\nInterested in being a sponsor or supporter? Please email cghdixon@ucdavis.edu or  \nWeavings & Interconnections\nThrough a series of speakers and workshops\, focused on the California and Meso American foodways\, participants will be encouraged to pursue education\, connection\, and career paths related to culture and ecology. The summit will foster a sense of belonging\, community building\, self-awareness\, and goal setting in an intergenerational space with academic\, professionals\, and community leaders who are committed. The Summit creates an empowering educational space that encourages participants to continue their learning and leadership development in Ethnic Studies\, Native American Studies\, Chicana/o Studies\,  as well as in the fields of Ecology\, Sustainable Agriculture\, and Culinary fields. \nThis event is organized by and is for community members and UC Davis students\, staff and faculty. We are thankful to all our sponsors! \n \nIn anticipation of spending time at the UC Davis Student Farm\, we want to acknowledge the land on which we will be gather. For thousands of years\, this land has been the home of Patwin people. Today\, there are three federally recognized Patwin tribes: Cachil DeHe Band of Wintun Indians of the Colusa Indian Community\, Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation\, and Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation. The Patwin people have remained committed to the stewardship of this land over many centuries. It has been cherished and protected\, as elders have instructed the young through generations. We are honored and grateful to be here today on their traditional lands. Visit this UC Davis website to learn more about this land acknowledgement.  \nLearn more about past Semillas y Culturas here.
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/semillas-y-culturas-seeds-culture-summit-2024/
LOCATION:Student Farm – Ecological Garden\, 305 Baggins End\, \, CA 95616\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Reimagining the Land-grant University,Sustainable Food Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240116T100000
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Food Systems Connect
DESCRIPTION:Our Sustainable Food Systems Connect on January 16th\, 2024 is a by-invite space for faculty\, staff\, and other researchers working in the realm of food\, agriculture\, and food-related social systems across UC Davis to create meaningful connections\, foster collaborations\, and collectively impact outcomes. See our event flyer for details: 1.16.24 SFS Connect
URL:https://grandchallenges.ucdavis.edu/event/sustainable-food-systems-connect/
LOCATION:Interntional Center\, 463 California Ave #3140\, Davis\, CA\, 95618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Food Systems
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