The Mission of the Center for Food Studies

  • To provide a forum in English for intercultural and interdisciplinary exchanges, debates, and food-related projects.
  • To promote and advance research in food-related topics within the University and with other research networks, including the Rome-based U.N. and CGIAR international organizations, the European Food Safety Authority, and the active civic food networks.
  • To promote and share teaching and experiential learning in the interdisciplinary topic of food within 91勛圖 and泭with other universities泭and research centers worldwide.
  • To foster internships with organizations involved in food.
  • To encourage contacts and cooperation with the non-profit sector, businesses, and public sector institutions.
  • To offer an affiliation opportunity for Visiting Scholars.

Contact:
Professor Maria Grazia Quieti, Center Coordinator and Director of the泭Master in Food Studies m.quieti@aur.edu

Scientific Board:
Professor泭Valerie Higgins, Director of the泭Master in Cultural Heritage: Sustainability & Community
Professor泭Antonio Marchesi, Director of the泭Master in Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution
Professor泭Laura Prota, Interim Coordinator of the泭Business Administration Program
Professor泭Anna Sasso, Coordinator of the泭Travel and Tourism Management Program
Professor泭Elizabeth Wueste, Director of the泭Archaeology and Classics Program