We welcomed talented young scientists on site for the 68th edition of the Unilever Research Prizes event. This long-standing annual initiative is an important one in our calendar, strengthening Unilever’s relationship with the Dutch academic world.

Calling for a globally-aligned approach to Nutrient Profiling Models

When on a mission, we love to work with the right partners to become even more impactful together. Powered by craftsmanship and cutting-edge innovation, a great example is our new partnership with high-performance ingredient company The EVERY Company.

Research findings by our Unilever Science and Technology Future Health and Wellness team at Hive and various collaborators on a range of topics have shed some interesting light on important areas like consumers’ long-term acceptance of plant-based meat, our emotional connection to it and the whole question around adequate nutrient intake in comparison to diets with animal meat. Get the lowdown.

A new research project aims to improve the flavour and texture of plant-based meat alternatives by exploring protein-flavour interactions.

Scientific modelling has confirmed that reformulation towards our Positive Nutrition Standards will increase intakes of positive ingredients and nutrient, like vegetables and fiber, moving intakes closer to recommendations.

The Next Food Collective is an initiative that aims to create positive change by bridging the gap between the food industry and knowledge institutes. Together with its partners, the collective is accelerating the pace of transforming agri-food systems, so to pave the way for the transitions to a more sustainable healthy global food system.

Yesterday marked the 67th year of the Unilever Research Prizes event, seeing 12 talented scientists who are starting out on their careers, receive the prestigious award during a dedicated ceremony at Hive.

Over the years, health authorities have been advocating to prioritize plant-based diets and limit the consumption of animal products. As these plant-based diets are gaining recognition for their health benefits, an important question remained: Do these diets provide children and adolescents (2 -18 y) with the essential nutrients they need for growth and development?

These are the words ushered by our Innovation Chef Antonio Alvarez, who in line with the Dutch's 'Verspillingsvrije Week’ (Waste-free Week) presented Hive’s viewpoint and strategies for minimizing food waste.

Findings from a new literature review reveal good evidence that regenerative agriculture practices can positively impact the nutrient content of rice and tomatoes.

Thanks to revolutionary food tech, The Vegetarian Butcher’s new plant-based rashers dish up a true no-bacon bacon taste sensation that cooks and looks like the original. We take a look at what makes NoBacon 2.0 a game-changer.

Evert Vermandel at Unilever Food Solutions shares his insights on the creative process of creating new food solutions.

Announcing a new public-private partnership led by the Wageningen University & Research.

Celebrating the major achievements of the top students making a positive contribution to a sustainable future

Scientists from Unilever and Wageningen University and Research have discovered that, contrary to popular belief, processing soy does not decrease its protein nutritional quality, which confirms it as a valuable source of protein in plant-based foods.

Watch our chefs’ tasty plant-based cooking demos here

Unilever has partnered with the gut microbiome experts at Holobiome to identify food and drink ingredients that could have a positive impact on mental wellbeing by targeting the gut-brain axis.