Projects & Programs
Research exploring how fermentation practices, microbial ecosystems, and ecological food systems shape human health and metabolism. This work integrates microbiome science, food systems research, and ecological perspectives to better understand the relationships between microbes, diet, and human health. It includes both academic research and community-engaged projects that translate scientific insights into real-world contexts. Learn More…
These gatherings bring together scientists, chefs, farmers, and food producers to share knowledge, stories, and perspectives on fermentation, microbial ecology, and food culture. Through tastings, dialogue, and collaborative events, the series creates space to explore the living systems that connect food, environment and health. Learn More…
The Living Food Initiative partners with food and beverage businesses, cultural organizations and community spaces to design and deliver thoughtful programming that connects people through food, science and storytelling. Current work includes event development, marketing and communications strategy, and collaborative programming with small businesses and independent producers. Learn More…
The Living Food Initiative develops workshops, conversations and collaborative projects/events that connect science, food culture and the ecological systems that shape what we eat and drink.
