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We are the catalysts who can shape university priorities.
We are the catalysts who can shape university priorities.
Founded in 2019 as the Cambridge University Cellular Agriculture Society, we have become a growing community of students from various backgrounds (biosciences, engineering, social sciences, computer sciences and law). What unites us is the vision of a more sustainable food system for our planet. As students we play a pivotal role in building the Alternative Protein ecosystem. We are the catalysts who can shape university priorities. From driving scientific inquiry that improves the sensory and functional qualities of new protein products to creating educational programs and establishing a talent pipeline for a growing industry, universities will be a cornerstone of the alternative protein ecosystem.
Senior Committee
Senior Committee
Ryan Judy: Co-president
Ryan Judy: Co-president
Ryan co-leads the society and is a PhD researcher at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, studying how cells build and organise themselves. He's driven by a vision of applying that insight to cultivated meat — kinder to animals, lighter on the planet.
Neve Rashid: Co-president
Neve Rashid: Co-president
Neve is a genetic scientist and plant-based advocate who co-leads the society, running the fellowship programme and growing Cambridge's alt-protein network. Seven years vegan, she backs high-impact work in the effective altruism community.
Mike Wilson: Treasurer
Mike Wilson: Treasurer
Mike is an undergraduate philosophy major with a focus on moral philosophy, and a committed animal activist. He brings that ethical grounding — and a drive to act on it — to the society's work on alternative protein.
Aeint Myat Chel: Industry Liason
Aeint Myat Chel: Industry Liason
Aeint is a Cambridge MBA grad & entrepreneur from Myanmar building a kinder food system. Founded Forward Food Tech Myanmar, the first Burmese-language alt-protein education platform. Also advises US cultivated meat startups on commercial strategy & GTM.
Stefania Poletti: Advisor
Stefania Poletti: Advisor
Stefania is a marketing executive with over 15 years of experience. She has founded and led an award-winning advertising agency dedicated to sustainable food brands and has obtained certifications in both mycology and cellular agriculture.
Peter Kalkowsky: Advisor
Peter Kalkowsky: Advisor
Peter is Co-Founder & CEO of Shocken Foods, a UK food-tech company developing next-gen plant-based meats. A serial entrepreneur and speaker, he turns fermentation science into scalable manufacturing. Shocken is award-winning, featured on Channel 4, and partners with Imperial's Bezos Centre.
Lisa Neidhart: GFI advisor
Lisa Neidhart: GFI advisor
Lisa is a postdoctoral researcher working on fermentation at the Bezos Centre at Imperial College London. She is passionate about building a more sustainable food system and helping student leaders turn ambitious ideas into action.
Want to join the team?
Want to join the team?
We are currently looking for dedicated and motivated students to join our new student committee and help drive the project forward. Find out about open positions and apply today. As a member of the committee, you will have the chance to work with a team of like-minded individuals and contribute to advancing the research and awareness of alternative protein sources. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, build your network, and make a real difference in the world.
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