Our compass towards a better world

We are working towards a better world. We do this by researching complex issues beyond the borders of disciplines. The United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's) are a major guiding principle for us.

  • Sustainable food production, from soil to plate

    "The food problem is so great that it cannot be solved by one discipline or university. More than ever, cooperation is necessary."

    Rens Voesenek
  • Towards healthy planet diets

    How can science helpt to feed the world? We investigate diets that are both good for the planet as for all its inhabitants.

    Future food
  • Rice with dry feet

    "Did you know that rice does not have to be grown under water?" Rik Pierik is iorking with the Philippine Rice Institute IRRI to improve the resistance of rice to weeds.

    Stronger rice plants
Person holding fruit and vegetables
  • Strong plants for better crops "Without plants, no human or animal would survive". -Corné Pieterse
    Resilient plants
  • Video: Future Food Utrecht By means of unique transdisciplinary research and education, we contribute to the transition of the food chain for a sustainable world,
    Food for all
  • Council member and researcher work to change behaviour Together, they investigate how people can be 'nudged' to adopt a more healthy lifestyle.
    Read the interview
  • Got milk? Plant-based proteins have lower environmentral impact. How can we convince consumers to switch to plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy products?
    Protein transition

SDGs: what does Utrecht University do?

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