This event serves as a platform to foster collaboration, address industry challenges, and drive the transition toward sustainable, nutritious, and accessible protein sources. By bringing together key players from various sectors, the conference seeks to accelerate the discovery, innovation, and commercialisation of alternative protein technologies, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and secure global food system.
Abstract submission opens
1st May
Registration opens
8th May
Abstract Submission closes
2nd June
Notification on abstract decisions
23rd June
Early bird closes
30th June
Registration closes
13th August
| Early bird | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Researchers | £100.00 | £140.00 |
| Postdocs and academic | £140.00 | £200.00 |
| Industry | £220.00 | £300.00 |
| Industry under 10 employees | £140.00 | £200.00 |
| Conference Dinner additional cost | £69 |
* All students will be asked to present a valid student card at registration.
Held at the historic Cutler Hall, the majestic heart of Sheffield’s steelmaking legacy, for our Conference Dinner.
Date: 15th Sept 2025
Time: 6.45pm
Location: The Cutlers’ Hall 7-15 Church Street Sheffield S1 1HG
Contact: +44 (0)1142 768 14
Step into a venue steeped in tradition, where elegance meets heritage. Enjoy a three-course dinner with a drinks reception and a conference dinner speaker, all set in a truly grand setting.
We invite abstracts for poster presentations from a wide range of topics relating to alternative proteins, with the main themes of the conference:
Creating tasty, safe, and affordable alternative proteins to support health, reduce ultra-processed food concerns, and enable a just transition for producers.
Ensuring alternative proteins deliver on nutrition, safety, and health — from production to digestion — for a just and healthy food future.
Scaling bioprocessing and diversifying alternative proteins sources to make cultivated meat and precision fermentation mainstream and affordable.
Understanding consumer perceptions of alternative proteins and advancing strategies to make them accessible, affordable, nutritious, and delicious—while integrating them into healthy, sustainable diets for all.
Alternative protein research is an exciting and rapidly evolving field, but we know it often comes with high risks and unpredictable outcomes. Negative or unexpected results are just as important as positive ones in advancing our understanding.
At NAPIC, we welcome all contributions.
All submissions will be reviewed by the scientific committee. Successful submissions will be invited to for a poster presentation.
Posters will be A0 in size portrait, either on fabric or matte/sheer coated card. Posters will be displayed throughout the conference, assessed during a dedicated session, and prizes awarded.
Explore the Interactive Campus Map, and view maps showing Food and Drink Outlets, Baby Changing Facilities, Prayer Rooms, Quiet Spaces, and Gender Neutral Toilets.
You may need to apply for a Visit visa or an Electronic Travel Authorisation before travelling to the UK.
If you’re a visa national (your nationality is on the list of visa nationals) you must apply for a Visit visa before travelling. You must submit and pay for a Visit visa application and receive this in order to obtain entry to the UK. You should check that you have all the relevant supporting documents before applying. You must then submit a Visit visa application online.
If you require a letter of support for your visa application, please contact: events@napic.ac.uk
If you do not currently need a visa to travel to the UK (ie you are a non-visa national), you will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) which gives you permission to travel to the UK. An ETA costs £10 and permits multiple visits to the UK of up to six months at a time over two years or until your passport expires, whichever is sooner. Visit GOV.UK for more information on who can get an ETA and how to apply before coming to the UK.
To book your accommodation, please use the dedicated booking link provided below. This link has been arranged in partnership with the NAPIC and Marketing Sheffield, giving you access to specially negotiated rates for attendees.
Simply click the link, select your preferred dates, choose your preferred hotel, and complete your reservation. Please note that credit card details are required only to guarantee the booking — payment will be made upon arrival at your chosen hotel.
We recommend booking early to secure your room, as availability is limited.
We have a variety of exciting sponsorship packages available—Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze—each designed to offer valuable exposure and unique benefits. For further information or to discuss sponsorship options, please contact us at: events@napic.ac.uk.
Co-Director for People Pillar
Deputy Co-Director of People Pillar
Co-Director for Process Pillar
Co-Director for Perform Pillar
Co-Director for Produce Pillar
Science Management Team Champion
Industry Advisory Board Champion
Communications and Outreach Manager
Programme Manager
Technology and Innovation Manager
Technology & Business Innovation Manager
Operations Director
Administrative Support Officer
We understand that circumstances may change and if you can no longer join us please contact us at events@napic.ac.uk.
Please provide written notice to events@napic.ac.uk to cancel your registration and receive the percentage refund stated below:
Received up to 8 weeks before date of conference – 100%
Received between 8 weeks and up to 4 weeks before date of conference – 50%
Received between 4 weeks and up to 2 weeks before date of conference – 25%
Received less than 2 weeks before date of conference – 0%
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