CFP

CARMA2: 2nd CARMA Conference: From Process to Product

BMA House

London, UK, September 9, 2025

Conference website	https://carmahub.co.uk/carma-conference-2025-save-the-date/
Submission link	https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=carma2
Poster	download
Abstract registration deadline	July 31, 2025
Submission deadline	July 31, 2025

Topics: sustainable biomanufacturing socioeconomics and public acceptance cellular agriculture at scale regulation of novel foods

2nd CARMA Conference: From Process to Product

A one day conference in central London for all working in or interested in the field of cellular agriculture manufacturing.

The morning will be themed on bioprocessing developments with updates from our Work Package teams and a keynote speaker to be announced soon.

The afternoon will look to align on manufacturing, sustainability and regulatory issues with an interactive panel and networking opportunities. Our keynote speaker in the afternoon will be Professor Robin May, CSA of the Food Standards Agency.

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome:

Abstracts describing relevant engineering projects and social science research related to cellular agriculture

List of Topics

1. Novel Alternative Proteins & Emerging Sources

• Plant-based proteins: cell lines, media development, biomaterials, bioprocessing

• Single-cell proteins (fungi, bacteria)

• Insect-based proteins: cell lines, media development, biomaterials, bioprocessing

• Novel hybrid protein sources (e.g., plant-microbial blends)

2. Precision Fermentation

• Strain engineering (yeast, fungi, bacteria, algae)

• Metabolic engineering & synthetic biology

• Bioprocessing, bioreactor design and scale-up technologies

• Product diversification (proteins, lipids, bioactive compounds)

3. Cultivated Meat & Cellular Agriculture

• Cell line selection and optimisation

• Media development and serum-free formulations

• Scaffolding technologies and biomaterials

• Bioprocessing, bioreactor design and scale-up technologies

4. Downstream Processing & Biomanufacturing

• Extraction and purification technologies

• Innovative separation techniques (proteins, lipids, beta-glucans)

• Waste valorisation and media recycling

• Process intensification and integration

5. Sensory Science: Taste, Texture & Consumer Experience

• Product formulation for optimal sensory attributes

• Flavour enhancement and masking strategies

• Texture optimisation across various protein sources

• Comparative sensory evaluation with traditional proteins

6. Sustainability & Life Cycle Assessment

• Environmental impact analysis (LCA methodologies)

• Resource and energy efficiency assessments

7. Safety and Regulations

• Regulatory frameworks and compliance

• Safety assessment methodologies

8. Socioeconomics, Ethics and Public Acceptance

• Ethical discussions surrounding alternative proteins

• Socio-cultural implications of shifting dietary patterns

• Impact on traditional agriculture and food systems

• Inclusivity, accessibility, and global food security considerations

• Risk perception and public communication strategies

• Consumer behaviour and acceptance studies

This list is not exhaustive and other abstract topics will be considered

Committees

Program Committee

Dr Maria Laura Vieri
Dr Ehsan Nourafkan
Dr Sajad Shokri
Dr Fatima Anjum
Dr Lewis McDonald
Dr Anshuman Singh
Dr Onyeka Chukwuka
Dr Krishnamurthy Ravichandar

Organizing committee

Professor Gary Lye
Dr Petra Hanga
Dr Maria Laura Vieri
Dr Ehsan Nourafkan
Professor Marianne Ellis
Dr Fiona Carter
Mrs Lucinda Brook

Venue

The conference will be held in BMA House, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9JP

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to carma-hub@bath.ac.uk