Food, Diet and Nutrition welcomes DAFM representative to UL, Dr Manuel Lopez Vernaza

The Food, Diet and Nutrition Research Group at University of Limerick was delighted to welcome Dr Manuel Lopez Vernaza from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) on Friday, 4 September.

During the visit, Dr Lopez Vernaza provided an engaging overview of the current strategy and funding opportunities for food research within DAFM's Research, Bioeconomy & Codex Division. The presentation offered valuable insights into national research priorities, funding mechanisms, and emerging opportunities for researchers working across the food, nutrition, and health sectors.

The session provided an excellent opportunity for discussion and engagement around the future direction of food research in Ireland and the role of collaboration in addressing key societal and health challenges.

The Food, Diet and Nutrition Research Group would like to thank Dr Manuel Lopez Vernaza for sharing his expertise and insights and for highlighting the opportunities available to support innovative and impactful food research.