Lecture

Global Food Challenges

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HUM-120(a): Sustainable Food: production, health & society

Le cours présente divers enjeux liés à l'alimentation durable: production, sécurité alimentaire, nutrition et santé, enjeux sociaux et culturels. L'approche interdisciplinaire intègre les SHS et les sciences de l'ingénieur et initie au travail de groupe et ...

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This lecture introduces the global food challenges, discussing issues related to food security, nutrition, and society. It covers topics such as the average meal across five continents, sustainability in food production, and the impact of climate change on agriculture. The lecture also explores the relationship between food, health, and genetics, as well as the social, economic, and environmental challenges associated with food consumption. Students will analyze the global demand for meat and dairy products, the consequences of excessive meat consumption, and potential solutions to address food distribution issues. The course aims to develop critical thinking skills and raise awareness of the complex global issues surrounding food.

Instructor

Jérome Feige

Expertise Skeletal muscle biology, aging, stem cells, regenerative medicine, nutrition ResearchMuscle & Aging Lab Our reserach projects study the mechanisms leading to the dysfunction of skeletal muscle during aging, particularly the condition of sarcopenia, in which muscle mass and muscle function decline due to age. Sarcopenia involves multiple pathophysiological processes such as impaired neuro-muscular transition, altered excitation/contraction coupling, impaired regenerative capacity linked to stem ce

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