Unlocking Consumer Trust in Innovative Biotechnologies: A Masterclass Series. The B-Trust project invites you to join a series of 8 exclusive masterclasses designed to explore the vital role of consumer perceptions in shaping the future of biotechnologies within the agri-food and biobased sectors. These masterclasses are your gateway to cutting-edge insights on how to successfully engage with consumers, address their concerns and build trust in sustainable innovations that can transform Europe's future.
If you’re a key player in shaping the future of biotechnology, this masterclass series is for you! Whether you’re from the bio-based or agri-food sectors, an investor, a biotech researcher or expert, a public authority or a policymaker, these sessions will provide you with the critical insights you need to navigate the complexities of trust and social acceptance. You'll walk away with practical tools to successfully implement biotechnologies and build lasting trust among consumers and stakeholders.
The series kicks off with a focus on the critical role of consumer acceptance in the adoption of innovative biotechnologies. This masterclass features testimonials from Prof. Jessica Aschemann-Witzel, a research institute and a leading company, showcasing how they integrate stakeholder concerns into their R&D activities. The session will close with a spotlight on Alice Down the Rabbit Hole, experts in multi-stakeholder engagement, sharing their breakthrough co-creation programme developed for the B-Trust project. This approach not only captures consumer perceptions but also fosters trust among key groups, including consumers, farmers, and industry players.
Join us in this dynamic masterclass series to learn how you can harness the power of consumer perceptions to drive the success of your biotechnological innovations. Together, we can build a more sustainable, trusted future.
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Prof. Jessica Aschemann-Witzel, Professor and Center Director at MAPP, Aarhus University
09:25
Laurien Van Dyck, Portfolio manager - VIB Grand Challenges Program
09:40
Anna De Cock, Paleo
09:55
Veerle Rijckaert, Alice down the rabbit hole co-founder
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