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26 Feb 2024
4 Min Read
The Taylor's Team (Editor)
In an exciting development for both academia and industry, Taylor's University has embarked on a pioneering journey with Cell AgriTech Sdn Bhd, Malaysia's first cultivated meat company, through the official signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). This landmark partnership, marked by an industry-academia research grant of RM45,000, heralds a new era of innovation and collaboration in Malaysia's cultivated meat sector.
The MOA, signed by Professor Barry Winn, Vice Chancellor and President of Taylor’s University, alongside Mr. Jason Ng, Director and Vice President of Cell AgriTech Sdn Bhd, cements a collaboration poised to drive significant advancements in research and development within the burgeoning cultivated meat industry. This partnership not only signifies a major step forward in the synergy between academic research and industry application but also showcases the commitment of both entities to spearhead sustainable food production solutions.
Spearheading this innovative research initiative is Associate Professor Dr. Chong Li Choo from the School of Food Studies & Gastronomy at Taylor’s University. Under her leadership, a dedicated team of Final Year Project students from the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Culinology programme will delve into critical research focused on the acceptance of cultivated meat among Malaysians and the innovation potential within the cultivated fish products domain. This initiative represents a unique convergence of culinary science and technology, aiming to unlock new possibilities in food production, and to make substantial contributions to the fields of food and nutrition security.
By exploring and enhancing the acceptance and innovation of cultivated meat products, this collaboration aims to lay the groundwork for more sustainable food production practices in Malaysia and beyond. The outcomes of this research are eagerly anticipated, as they promise to offer valuable insights into consumer preferences and innovative approaches to cultivated meat production, potentially revolutionising the food industry.
This groundbreaking partnership between Taylor's University and Cell AgriTech Sdn Bhd underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing scientific research and technological innovation. As we move forward, the insights and developments emerging from this collaboration are expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of food sustainability, not only in Malaysia but on a global scale.
