Meat is a crucial source of protein for humans, but its growing demand, driven by population increase, poses significant ethical, environmental, and health challenges. Traditional meat production is linked to animal welfare issues, antibiotic resistance, zoonotic diseases and it significantly impacts the environment by contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, land use and water consumption. Consequently, there is an urgent need for sustainable and ethical meat alternatives.

Cultured meat presents a promising solution, offering substantial environmental benefits such as reduced energy use, land requirements, and greenhouse gas emissions. Nevertheless, it presents several challenges, including the need to develop effective, scalable, and sustainable sc...