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WiseFood Living Labs Complete Co-Design Workshops Across Three Countries
As part of the WiseFood project – a Horizon Europe initiative developing AI-powered tools to support healthier and more sustainable food choices […]
WiseFood Celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Every year on February 11th, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science offers a moment to reflect on how far […]
Data Protection Day 2026: Trust and Responsibility in Personalised Solutions Systems
Each year on 28 January, Data Protection Day invites institutions, organisations, and citizens alike to stop and think about the importance of […]
Together for Better Food Futures: WiseFood Marks World Food Day 2025
The WiseFood project is, fittingly, marking World Food Day 2025. This year, the internationally-marked day bears the name “Hand in Hand for […]
The Drivers of Food Waste in Europe
In this blog, we do just that for those who are not yet familiar with this issue - we list the key causes of food waste in the EU and beyond. And, as a bonus, we explain why addressing food wasting is essential for building a more sustainable and resilient food system.
Expert Insight: Cathal O’Hara on Digital Technology in Nutrition and Dietetics
Dr. O’Hara reflects on his career path, current research, and developments in the field. He also shares insights into how people can use these technologies responsibly to support healthier eating habits and long-term well-being.
STELAR Project Reaches its Conclusion – Delivering FAIR Data and AI-Ready Solutions for Agrifood
The STELAR project will officially conclude on 31 August 2025, marking the end of three years of innovation in FAIR data management […]
Food Waste in Europe: Key Statistics You Should Know
Think about the food that ends up in the bin, leftovers after a meal, forgotten items in the fridge, or half-eaten plates at restaurants. When we stop and consider how often this happens, it’s easy to see why food waste has become one of Europe’s biggest environmental challenges. In this blog, we highlight the most…
WiseFood Mid-Year Milestones: First Newsletter Edition
It’s been six months since the WiseFood project began, and we’re already seeing great progress. Since January, our team has been working together to create three easy-to-use, AI-powered tools that help people make healthier food choices. In our first newsletter, we highlighted some of the key achievements so far. If you missed it, here is…
Highlights from Joint Webinar with STELAR: Smarter Agrifood with LLMs
On 18 July 2025 at 1 PM CET, the STELAR and WiseFood projects co-hosted the webinar Empowering Agrifood Applications with LLM‑based Dataset Search and Integration, moderated by Foodscale Hub.
How Technology Is Shaping Our Eating Habits
Individuals now have new ways to understand their nutritional needs, monitor their food intake, and make more informed choices. This shift reflects a broader move toward accessible, data-driven approaches to managing health. In this article, find out how technology is transforming our eating habits.
Join Us on 18 July: Discover How Large Language Models Are Powering Agrifood Applications
On Thursday, 18 July at 13:00 CET, the STELAR and WiseFood Horizon Europe projects will co-host a webinar presenting innovative uses of Large Language Models (LLMs) to support data discovery, personalisation, and integration in the agrifood sector.
AI Appreciation Day: Celebrating the Power of Innovation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world, touching nearly every aspect of our lives and making many things easier than ever before. That’s why World AI Appreciation Day was created - to celebrate innovation and welcome the smart era we live in. In this article, we will explore what this day means and why…
The Link Between Nutrition and Chronic Disease Management
Chronic diseases such as heart disease, certain types of cancer, and diabetes are among the leading causes of death worldwide. Unfortunately, the number of people affected by these conditions continues to rise each year. What many don’t realise is that the development of these diseases is often closely linked to poor nutrition.
Expert Insights: Leveraging AI for Smarter Food Choices
Konstantinos Andrikos, R&D Engineer and part of the WiseFood consortium, is responsible for the architecture, implementation, integration, and maintenance of the WiseFood platform. He brings valuable experience from Infili Technologies SA, where distributed AI, big data analytics, and robust software solutions are part of daily work.
Malnutrition in Europe: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions
Malnutrition refers to an imbalance between the nutrients the body needs to function and the nutrients it actually receives. In this article, we look at what causes it, how it affects us, and what can be done to tackle it.
5 Nutrition-Related Causes of Poor Health
Some of the most prominent causes of poor health, such as heart and metabolic disease, are linked to eating too little of the food our bodies need.
Celebrating Europe Day 2025 with WiseFood
Every year on May 9th, Europe Day is celebrated across the continent to honour values such as peace, solidarity, and collaboration. Let’s explore the origins, meaning, and lasting impact of Europe Day.
Why People Struggle with Proper Nutrition: Identifying the Key Barriers
“The food you eat can be either the safest and most powerful form of medicine or the slowest form of poison.” Ann […]
The WiseFood EU Project Launched: Using Data and AI to Pave the Way for Healthier and Eco-Conscious Food Choices
The WiseFood project, funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, was officially launched in January 2025.