{"id":127,"date":"2026-02-10T14:08:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T14:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/comMEATted.ro\/?page_id=127"},"modified":"2026-02-13T17:31:16","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T17:31:16","slug":"stage-1-identification","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/commeatted.ro\/?page_id=127","title":{"rendered":"Stage 1: Identification"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\ud83c\udf31 Identification of stakeholders who will participate in qualitative research and analysis of relevant documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stage 1 results:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd17\u200d\ufe0f A database of stakeholders in areas such as the food chain, researchers, media, etc. (100% complete).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcda Synthesis of scientific literature on alternative protein sources (100% complete).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2696\ufe0f Summary of normative acts with an impact on alternative sources of protein (100% completed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Interviews with stakeholders (100% complete).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd0a A set of information related to alternative protein sources disseminated to the general public (100% completed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Summary of results in accordance with the objectives:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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O1. Identification of stakeholders for interviews (WP2):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stakeholders from various sectors were recruited, and 20 interviews were conducted, providing essential data for the analysis of perceptions of innovative foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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O2. Bibliometric analysis: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on 86 articles, visual maps were created using the VOSviewer program, and four thematic clusters were identified (nutrition, environment, technology, health). Based on these clusters, a Cluster Synergy Model (CCSM) was developed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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O3. Synthesis of regulatory acts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Analysis of national legislation highlighted barriers and opportunities for meat substitute producers, emphasizing the impact on consumer perception and compliance with EU standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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O4. Qualitative research:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Qualitative interviews were supported by documents (e.g., informed consent, GDPR), providing detailed insights into alternative protein sources.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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O5. Dissemination of results:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The results were promoted through an infographic, a https:\/\/zenodo.org\/records\/13927973<\/a>, a web page, the drafting of a scientific article, and participation in a consortium webinar, with all materials complying with the project’s acknowledgment requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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O6. Participation in project activities, as requested by the coordinator and other consortium members:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team actively participated in consortium meetings, conducted market research, and participated in a webinar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Key deliverables:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n