News and Impact stories
How a RIS Fellowship launched Katarzyna Polanowska into sustainable protein innovation
Testimonial •
06 Aug 2025 •
6 minutes read
Through the EIT Food RIS Fellowships programme, Katarzyna Polanowska went from academic research in Poland to managing R&D for ENOUGH, a start-up producing sustainable protein at scale. She has split her time between Poznań and Sas van…
Turning chickpeas into change: Canan’s story as founder of Vegg Foods
Testimonial •
30 Jul 2025 •
6 minutes read
Vegg Foods is turning surplus chickpeas into sustainable, plant-based products that tackle food waste and promote healthier diets. Founder Canan Tiryaki talks about her journey from academic researcher to food entrepreneur, and how EIT…
Women leading the way in food: Josune’s role as founding member of EIT Food Education's WE Lead Food programme
Testimonial •
25 Jun 2025 •
6 minutes read
Maria-Jesús Latasa, also known as Josune, is a driving force behind EIT Food’s WE Lead Food programme and a passionate advocate for female leadership in the agrifood sector.
Laura Bolognesi discovered her entrepreneurial ambitions during the MFS programme and launched an insect-based snack within 6 months.
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14 May 2025 •
8 minutes read
She took over an old Italian bakery brand and now develops products that combine tradition with innovation – including savoury snacks with cricket flour.
Ian Marshall: Sustainable farming, from soil to society
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14 May 2025 •
9 minutes read
When Ian Marshall joined the GROW programme, he already wore many hats: not just a dairy farmer, but also a seasoned politician, former President of the Ulster Farmers' Union, and an influential voice in agri-policy circles.
From lab idea to business idea: ‘Researchpreneur’ Katherine Dybdal-Grasberger wants to make a positive impact with sustainable, plant-based protein ingredients.
Testimonial •
14 Apr 2025 •
9 minutes read
Together with two other Innovator Fellowship alumnae, she founded NOLA
Iwona Kieda, WE Lead Food Alumna, became facilitator of the main course and organiser of local WE Lead Food workshops in Poland
Testimonial •
06 Mar 2025 •
10 minutes read
Feeling the power of belonging to a global network of female leaders driving food system transformation, Iwona wanted to help women in Poland access this community.
From concept to sustainable product: Ariana Alva Ferrari is the co-founder of German start-up Viva la Faba, pioneering ‘faba-lous’ vegan cheese made from organic faba beans.
Testimonial •
07 Jan 2025 •
17 minutes read
Starting a business wasn’t always on her radar, but the Food Solutions programme gave her career a whole new direction.
Antonella Succurro: From Academic Research to Entrepreneur and Co-Founder CinSOIL
Testimonial •
10 Dec 2024 •
6 minutes read
The birth of my first child in 2020 only intensified my commitment to combating climate change.
EIT Food Education’s partnership with JA Europe: Creating Impact through Education
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04 Dec 2024 •
7 minutes read
We spoke with Sophie Norman about her journey and insights as Director of Development at JA Europe.
Cosmetics meets Aquaculture!
Testimonial •
18 Nov 2024 •
8 minutes read
Explore the unlikely link and why Cosmetics Professionals should dive into an Aquaculture Course.Algae, Seaweed or other marine-sourced ingredients ...unlocking the Beauty of the Sea!
Oluwatomilayo Adeponle's ultimate goal to raise awareness about nutrition, a healthier lifestyle and improve public health in Nigeria
Testimonial •
18 Sep 2024 •
5 minutes read
Especially for the MFS programme, Oluwatomilayo Adeponle – who also goes by ‘Tomilayo’ – made her first trip from Nigeria to Europe. Now with one year left in the programme, she’s confident it will help her realise her goal
