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The Future of Food and Nutrition AI Challenge


FNCE 2026: Powerful Connection. Infinite Possibilities.

The future of nutrition is being shaped today, and the Academy wants to help lead what's next.

In partnership with MATTER, a global healthcare startup incubator, the Academy is launching the Future of Food and Nutrition AI Challenge to identify innovative AI-enabled solutions that strengthen evidence-based nutrition guidance, support nutrition professionals and improve nutrition outcomes.

Selected participants will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas at the 2026 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo® on Sunday, October 25, at 5 p.m. (Central time), connecting with leaders across nutrition, healthcare and innovation.

Academy members, RDNs and NDTRs are strongly encouraged to apply.

View full details, eligibility criteria and application instructions

Webinar: Cutting Through the Noise: Nutrition, AI and Credible Guidance

Date: Wednesday, August 12
Time: Noon to 1 p.m. Central time

Join the Academy and MATTER for "Cutting Through the Noise: Nutrition, AI and Credible Guidance", a webinar exploring nutrition misinformation, responsible uses of AI and the role of RDNs in providing individualized, evidence-based care. Attendees also will receive additional details about the Future of Food and Nutrition AI Challenge and how to participate.

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