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September 7, 2026 · Industry Watch

AI discovers plant proteins for meat alternatives

AI discovers plant proteins for meat alternatives

Artificial intelligence has identified nearly 800 plant proteins that could serve as enzymes to improve the texture of meat substitutes.

The plant-based meat industry is actively seeking new enzymes to enhance product stability and functionality. These ingredients are essential for solving common texture issues while adhering to clean label requirements.

According to FoodNavigator Europe, researchers have created an AI system capable of predicting which plant proteins can function as enzymes. This technology aims to replace the expensive and time-consuming trial-and-error methods previously used in manual searches.

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