Cinzia Franchini

Research Fellow at Human Nutrition Unit @unipr
PhD Candidate in Food Science @unipr

[NNEdPro Global Institute @nnedpro]

On #EarthDay2026, we hosted the ‘Food Security and Sustainable Food Systems: Interdisciplinary Perspectives from Law, Economics and Nutrition’ workshop at St John's Innovation Centre in Cambridge.

The day offered a valuable opportunity to reflect on the interconnected challenges shaping global food systems. Bringing together researchers, legal scholars and nutrition scientists, the programme created space for thoughtful dialogue across disciplines.

Discussions spanned sustainable food value chains, urban food waste policy, EU trade liberalisation, the human right to food, and food safety awareness in developing country contexts. Together, these perspectives underscored both the complexity of the issues and the importance of working across traditional boundaries.

The programme concluded with a panel discussion chaired by Luca Romano and @ProfSumantraRay , with contributions from Saeeda Ahmed, @SarahArmes6 , Francesco Giurdanella, Martin Kohlmeier and @martyn_kathy . The discussion brought together diverse perspectives, encouraging further reflection on the role of collaboration and evidence in shaping more sustainable and equitable food systems.

We are grateful to all speakers, panelists and attendees for contributing to a meaningful and considered exchange, and to our partners CSEIA, FOSTER and @unipr for their collaboration. The conversations from the day continue to inform and inspire ongoing work in this space.

📸 Photos from the day and full programme: https://t.co/3mFvRhLrRx

#FoodSecurity #SustainableFoodSystems #Nutrition #FoodPolicy #Interdisciplinary

[FOSTER - EU Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence @FosterLab_unipr]

Foster Lab contributed to the definition of the “The Mediterranean Dietary Pattern – Beyond Mediterranean Shores” Forum organized by @ItalyinUK and @NNEdPro.
Highlighting the global impact of the Mediterranean diet 🌍🥗

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Our postdoctoral research fellow @ci_franchini presented the project "Uniplate App: A mHealth Technology for Promoting Healthy and Sustainable Diets in University Communities" at the @SINU_Italia National Congress.
The project is part of the @OnFoods_fndn.

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Thrilled to join the Final Meeting of the @promedlife_eu PRIMA project in Ljubljana!
Three inspiring years of collaboration and innovation across the Mediterranean region.
Grateful to be part of this journey! 🇪🇺🌿 #FoodSystems #Sustainability #PRIMAProgramme

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Is it the HNU Christmas dinner or a wedding? 🎉
The group keeps growing, and the number of gifts is almost endless! 🎁 Wishing you all a Merry Christmas from the bottom of our hearts! ✨

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

An award to our researchers.
A new initiative that aims to recognize the merit and results that make our colleagues of the University of Parma a national and international reference point, bringing prestige to the University!

https://t.co/xQm831ss3V

[OnFoods @OnFoods_fndn]

🚀 We had the pleasure to meet the Rector of the @unipr and Professor Daniele Del Rio, President of the OnFoods Foundation, to discuss their upcoming participation in the Italian Creativity Festival in Boston, set for November 14-22, 2024. 🌎

[See the video: https://t.co/OvKQzd9UVS]

The University of Parma and OnFoods Foundation will showcase their commitment to research and innovation, aiming to make an impact on a global scale. This unique event will spotlight their efforts in food sustainability, climate action, and energy solutions.

Prof. Daniele Del Rio will speak on November 20 in a panel on science, technology, and business, highlighting critical topics in sustainability.

“The festival underlines the significant role of both institutions, not only in Italy but globally," says Rector Paolo Martelli. "Together, we will demonstrate how our faculty and researchers are creatively addressing the complex challenges of agri-food systems."

Looking forward to seeing Italian innovation take center stage in Boston! 🇮🇹

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Today, some of our researchers traveled to Catania to present the key findings from the @SWITCHtoHEALTH1 and @promedlife_eu projects at a seminar dedicated to providing an overview of the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA), funded by the EU.

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

The National Congress of @SINU_Italia is almost over.
Thanks to the organizing committee for giving us the opportunity to present our research projects and to @Unicatt’s friends for hospitality!

Until next time!

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Our post-doc research fellow @ci_franchini presented a poster at @SINU_Italia National Congress entitled "Promoting workplace health: evaluating the adherence to the Mediterranean diet and nutritional knowledge of Parma University employees enrolled in a digital training course"

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Our post-doc research fellow @ci_franchini presented a project in collaboration with @Alma_School entitled "New perspectives on reading Italian recipes: an integrated methodology using the nutritional profile and climate sustainability" at @SINU_Italia National Congress.

[Cinzia Franchini @Ci_Franchini]

Our work on university student’s living in US is finally out! Take a look! https://t.co/bNhSAzOTAi

[Alice Rosi @alicerosi]

Segnate in agenda questo evento:
🗓️19 MAGGIO 2024
⏰ 12:15
📍 MANTOVA

PNRR per il cibo: capiamoci qualcosa Food&Science Festival ⁦@OnFoods_fndn⁩ ⁦@phisquarelab⁩ https://t.co/0BNSeR0nE2

[Cinzia Franchini @Ci_Franchini]

I am so glad to share the results of the fruitful collaboration between @HNUnipr and the School of Italian Culinary Arts - ALMA just published in the special issue of @Nutrients_MDPI
Don't miss it !👨‍🍳
https://t.co/zl1AJGgeHM #mdpinutrients

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Christmas is coming and we like to celebrate it by giving each other embarrassing and totally unnecessary presents 🎁
This year, another fantastic tradition to carry on through the years, the NUTRIbingo! Take a look at the cards and find out the elements which best describe us🤪

[Università di Parma @unipr]

Onfoods per il futuro del cibo. #unipr lancia il primo #bando a cascata da 5 milioni di euro per progetti di ricerca innovativi sulla #sostenibilità dei sistemi alimentari, dalla produzione al consumo.
Scadenza 22 dicembre
#GlobalSustainability
https://t.co/9Jwxs7Eg1f

[FoodScience_UNIPR @FoodPhDUnipr]

Last Monday ended the annual conference of #PhD students in Food #Science held in #Parma. Lots of ideas, results a smiles.
See you next year. 🧑🏿‍🔬👩‍🔬🧑‍🔬🧑🏾‍🔬

[Human Nutrition Unit - University of Parma @HNUnipr]

Just arrived directly from Japan 🇯🇵... Takuma @KobaKoba0118!
Takuma will spend 1 year with us, and he already gained the @HNUnipr soul with Japanese food! 🥳🥳🥳
@PredictCare_ERC @ERC_Research
@PMenaParreno @Leti_Bresciani @phisquarelab @ms_morandini

[Cinzia Franchini @Ci_Franchini]

The result of the surprising and exciting collaboration between @HNUnipr and @HealthyUCLA is now available online https://t.co/TUdY0XoMZd.
I am very proud to have been part of this innovative project to increase the sustainability of diners' food choices. Thanks to my mentors

[FoodScience_UNIPR @FoodPhDUnipr]

Congratulations to the PhDs of the XXXV cycle: officially Dr.!👏🏼
A PhD is not enough for knowing how to wear the 🎓 correctly.
#befree #becorious #donotsettlefor
#PhDday
@unipr