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Seven participants of the NC State Alternative Protein Symposium standing outdoors together

May 27, 2026

Alternative Protein Symposium: Bridging Science and Society

The future of sustainable proteins and how they are integrated into the food supply does not rely solely on technical developments but also on many other factors, including consumer acceptance, regulatory frameworks and the policy landscape. In April, researchers at the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein organized a symposium in the NC State Plant Sciences…
CALS Professor and student in front of research poster

Apr 22, 2026

Khara Grieger: Driving Outreach, Engagement

NC State’s Khara Grieger plays a key role in engaging stakeholders and advancing responsible innovation at the Bezos Center.

Two women working outdoors with plants, hay and garden equipment

Mar 4, 2026

Michelle Schroeder-Moreno: Growing a New Workforce

Focused on sustainability, NC State leader Michelle Schroeder-Moreno drives the Bezos Center’s efforts on workforce development.

Man doing a presentation at NC State

Feb 5, 2026

Tim Martin: Supporting Innovation

An expert in innovation, NC State’s Tim Martin supports the Bezos Center by helping students and faculty bring great research to market.

Seven SPURS Students standing in row at NC State

Jan 5, 2026

SPURS Advances Students

The Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein’s SPURS program offers hands-on research in sustainable proteins, industry mentorship, and professional development.

Alternative protein students and industry professionals in lab coats and hair nets

Nov 5, 2025

Sustainable Proteins Course Engages Students

Hugh Foley and Ajinkya Arun Atkare appreciate both the lectures and industry site visits in their sustainable proteins course at NC State.

Plant-based seafood on a plate

Oct 15, 2025

Bezos Earth Fund Protects Nature

The Bezos Earth Fund addresses climate change and protecting nature. Andy Jarvis discusses the need for the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at NC State.

Bill Aimutis standing in front of equipment at NCFIL

Sep 25, 2025

Aimutis Shares Insight in Alt-Meat Magazine

BCSP Co-director Bill Aimutis took part in a Q&A for the August issue of Alt-Meat magazine.

May 14, 2025

Bezos Center Grows in First Year

Bill Aimutis discusses the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein’s growth and partnership with the NC Food Innovation Lab.
An assortment of plant-based meat alternatives is displayed beautifully alongside fresh ingredients like greens, tomatoes, and mushrooms.

Feb 5, 2025

Aimutis on the Sustainability of Plant-Based Protein Alternatives

NCFIL Executive Director considers what’s know, and what’s not, about the environmental impact of plant-based protein alternatives in this PNAS article and podcast.