http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/25428 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:52:59 GMT 2026-06-07T22:52:59Z http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33343 Title: Alternative proteins in chef training: how to prepare trainee chefs for future proteins Authors: Zick, A; Hyde, A; Schmidt Rivera, X; Paterson, S Abstract: The urgent need for food system sustainability is clear, with huge and innovative opportunities to improve protein-rich food sustainability [1]. No common definition of “alternative proteins” was found via scoping review. Alternative protein (AP) foods varied by culture and geography and included plant-based, fermentation-derived, fungal/mycoprotein, insect, cultured meat, and under utilised animal meats. Very limited literature has explored alternative proteins in chef training, confirming the need for an educator-first, empirical approach. Chef educators were surveyed to determine AP teaching practices and identify barriers and opportunities for future teaching. Description: [1]. Rockström et al. The Lancet, Volume 406, Issue 10512 (2025), 1625 – 1700. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33343 2026-03-23T00:00:00Z http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33340 Title: Integrating alternative proteins into chef training: A mixed-methods exploration of definitions, barriers, and pedagogical potential Authors: Zick, A; Hyde, A; Schmidt Rivera, X; Paterson, S Abstract: A scoping review shows no shared definition of “alternative proteins” (AP); labels span from plant-based, fungal/mycoprotein, insect, cultured meat, fermentation-derived, to even underutilised animal meats varying by context and geography. Evidence about how AP are taught in culinary education and educators' perspectives of the topic (databases returned very few directly relevant studies), which justifies our educator-first empirical approach. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33340 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33339 Title: Seaweed in the UK food system: pitfalls and pathways to scaling up sustainably Authors: Fallon, N; Schmidt Rivera, X; Anguilano, L; Paterson, S Editors: Bruce, D; Bruce, A Abstract: Within an increased global focus on the Blue Economy, seaweed has the potential to play a much larger role in the future of the UK food systems contributing to multiple environmental, economic, social and health benefits. Seaweed is currently used along the UK food chain as fertiliser, animal feed, in food processing, and as a low-carbon, nutrient dense food source. Mapping conducted using publicly available online sources identified 60 seaweed producers operating in the UK in 2021. These are predominantly small-scale harvesters and producers operating under a range of business models. However, with new enterprises entering the market involving larger scale industrial production and mechanised harvesting methods, the UK seaweed industry appears to be at the precipice of major changes. Scaling up the industry is seen as a priority for UK and devolved governments and an attractive sustainable investment option for venture capital. However, the potential impacts on the marine ecosystem and coastal livelihoods from an expected rapid expansion are currently unknown. In addition, regulation of the industry and the complex land and sea policy landscape is yet to be fully explored within the context of an expanded seaweed industry. Efforts have been expressed by government and industry bodies to ensure industry growth protects coastal communities and does not come at an environmental cost, but questions remain with regards to rapidly shifting power dynamics and industry pressures to deliver returns on investment in a global market. This paper will draw on examples from historical attempts to scale up seaweed production as well as other food-related industries to identify potential pitfalls for the industry to avoid if it is to find a path towards sustainable and responsible growth. More attention needs to be paid to the political economy of the seaweed industry, in particular the influence of powerful market actors and how this may impact the trajectory of the industry. Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33339 2022-09-01T00:00:00Z http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33314 Title: Mechanism of Zn storage in polyaniline in deep eutectic solvent–water mixtures: effect of anion and interfacial phenomena Authors: Kapancik Ülker, E; Mohammadzadeh, K; Hirani, P; He, Y; Guan, S; Lahiri, A Abstract: Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs) are promising energy storage devices, wherein both the electrode and electrolytes play a pivotal role. Aqueous electrolytes have a limited electrochemical window that reduces the energy density of the battery. In comparison, deep eutectic solvents (DES) have a wider electrochemical window that can offer a higher energy density. In this paper, the performance of Zn-ion batteries in formamide-based DES containing Zn salts of different anions (Cl⁻, SO₄²⁻, Ac⁻ and TfO⁻) was investigated. The study revealed that anions significantly influence Zn solvation, hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), charge storage mechanism and stability of the battery. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Raman spectroscopy and charge–discharge analyses showed that both chlorine and triflate anions store charge by anion exchange followed by Zn storage in polyaniline. For acetate and sulfate anions, the storage mechanism is by direct interaction of Zn with Zn-polyaniline (PANI). Among the four anions studied, the dual-storage mechanism in ZnCl₂- and ZnTfO-based DES electrolytes resulted in a more stable Zn–PANI battery performance. However, ZnCl₂-based DES electrolytes led to corrosive issues that affected the long-term stability. The study provides useful insights on novel electrolyte development through manipulating the solvation chemistry of the molecules and the electrode/electrolyte interface. Description: Data accessibility: Data have been made available in Brunel University London’s repository via the Brunel Figshare database. Supplementary material is available online [43]. Ülker E, Mohammadzadeh K, Hirani P, He Y, Guan S, Lahiri A. 2026 Supplementary material from: Mechanism of Zn storage in polyaniline in deep eutectic solvent-water mixtures: effect of anion and interfacial phenomena. Figshare. (doi:10.6084/m9.figshare.c.8369279). Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://bura.brunel.ac.uk/handle/2438/33314 2026-04-16T00:00:00Z