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Who can apply to the NAPIC CPF?

All projects must be collaborative. Proof of Concept, Demonstration, Innovation Sprint and Networking Award project proposals must be a collaboration between one UK university/research institution and at least one of the following UK registered: business of any size public sector or non-ministerial government department charity not for profit Mobility Award proposals must be a collaboration […]

When is the next round of CPF?

Visit our website for the latest information about future funding rounds as part of the CPF call – https://napic.ac.uk/funding/

What is the aim of the NAPIC CPF programme?

NAPIC’s collaborative programme funding (CPF) aims to address pent up demand from industry, leveraging the UK’s world-leading academic research and innovation strengths in alternative proteins. CPF funding will be awarded to UKRI eligible research organisations (ROs) to work collaboratively with UK-based non-research partners to accelerate translation of research; overcome technical, regulatory and market hurdles; and […]

Which focus areas should my project align with?

Projects will support the development of innovative solutions to address significant challenges in alternative proteins within the UK AgriFood sector. All projects must relate to alternative proteins. This includes proteins from plants, microbes (fungi, bacteria), insects, food waste, aquaculture (aquatic plants, seaweeds, micro/macroalgae), cultivated meat and dairy, and proteins produced using precision fermentation. Applications can […]

What are the NAPIC Innovation Challenges?

Unlocking Nature’s Potential – Boosting protein quality and quantity from the complete biome i.e., plants, microbes (fungi, bacteria), insects, food waste, aquaculture (aquatic plants, seaweeds, micro/macroalgae) Protein Discovery – Identifying important peptides present in traditional proteins that offer the desired functionality, mouthfeel and nutritional benefits and replicating these in APs, through cutting-edge tools Structuring for Functional and Nutritional Benefits – Structuring APs using colloidal expertise […]