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How social science can help us understand food in a digital world

Posted by: Michelle Patel, Deputy Director, Analysis and Insight, Posted on: 19 November 2020 - Categories: Science
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Following on from our Understanding Food in a Digital World event, Michelle Patel, Head of Social Science, reflects on the day's findings and discusses digital innovation and emerging food trends.

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