For Coffee Intelligence, I was interviewed by the author of this article (Sarah Charles) about my perspective on using science and research-backed claims for coffee marketing. The article is a blend of the author’s own ideas and my reflections. The article was published on the Coffee Intelligence website in August 2024. The marriage of science […]
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Written for eufic.org. Published in August 2024. In Europe and around the world, the safety and regulatory status of glyphosate, a commonly employed herbicide, remain subjects of ongoing debate. Despite its effectiveness in weed control and utility in modern agriculture, concerns persist about its presence in food and potential health risks. While conflicting conclusions emerge […]
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Written for eufic.org. Published in August 2024. As the population grows and agricultural land remains limited, it is important to ensure that farms are as productive as they can be. In modern agriculture, pesticides are critical for the productivity of farming systems and for safeguarding consumers from the ill effects of pest-damaged foods. However, if used in […]
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Written for eufic.org. Published in July 2024. Picture this: you just finished a delicious meal, and in a fight against food waste, you are eager to store your leftovers in a convenient plastic container. Most plastics these days are labelled ’BPA-free’; but what exactly does this mean and why does it matter? This article explores […]
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Written for eufic.org. Published in July 2024. Caffeine is a natural stimulant that belongs to a class of compounds called xanthines. The most well-known source of caffeine is the coffee bean, the seed of the Coffea plant. Other natural sources include the tea leaf, kola nut, cacao pod, and guarana berries. Caffeine can also be […]
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On June 18 2024, Foodvalley NL published their position paper on upcycled food and ingredients. As a contributing author, I co-wrote the chapter entitled ‘The regulatory framework from a European perspective’. This collaboration allowed me to translate findings from my PhD research on food waste valorisation into actionable steps for stakeholders at the forefront of […]
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In May 2024, I participated in the second edition of the Food Law Academics’ Network conference in Bari, Italy. With sustainable agrifood chains as its central theme, the conference brought together legal scholars who work on the various aspects of food and agricultural supply chains. I had the opportunity to present my work on corporate […]
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On April 9 2024, I delivered a lecture at the Environmental Humanities Centre of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. I was invited to speak as part of the centre’s ongoing lunch lecture series and my lecture focused on the changing meanings of food safety and risk in the face of a rapidly evolving food system. I […]
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Originally published in SDU’s Waar & Wet magazine in March 2024. The article, co-written with Dr Alie de Boer, distills key takeaways from my PhD research for anyone keen on reading about how entrepreneurs in the Netherlands have been navigating regulatory and commercial hurdles while paving the way for a strong and economically viable circular […]
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Published open access in the British Food Journal in March 2024. View full text here. Title: What does it take to close the loop? Lessons from a successful citrus waste valorisation business Abstract: Purpose – In this case study, we examine how a citrus peel valorising company based in the Netherlands was able to adopt […]
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