Jubilee
New Ideas for a Healthy World: Celebrating over 10 Years of Collaboration
The World Food System Center was established at ETH Zurich based on the belief that the real-world solutions needed to tackle the challenges our food system faces require collaboration from global and local stakeholders across the entire food value chain.
Since its founding in 2011 and subsequent public inauguration in 2012, the World Food System Center has brought together researchers from across ETH Zurich with external partners in collaborative ways.
In 2022, we celebrated these 10+ Years of Collaboration. Thanks to all that joined us at the events and in the discussions!
10+ Years at a Glance
Our mission is to be a leader in scientific research, education and outreach across the food system that contributes to the key challenges of food and nutrition security, environmental health, and social well-being.
Click on a timeline to zoom in and see more from our over 10 years of work.
Voices of the World Food System Center
Many voices of the members groups of the Center come to life in interviews. Professors, researchers, and staff all get to a chance to share their stories and hopes for the future of the Center. New interviews will be posted every month during the celebrations.
Creating unique opportunities to connect
A conversation with Robert Finger, professor of Agricultural Economics and Policy at ETH Zurich and Chair of the World Food System Center. He shares his thoughts about the strengths and priorities of the Center. Read interview
A talk about the journey of our food
Chair of the World Food System Center Professor Robert Finger and ETH researcher, lecturer and outreach coordinator Kenza Benabderrazik speak about the many layers of the system that feeds people around the globe. Listen to ETH Podcast
I have only good memories
A conversation with Nina Buchmann and Michael Siegrist. They look back on their time as Chair of the World Food System Center. From it founding with 25 members and subsequent growth, both reflect on the relevance of the food system research. Read interview
A place for inspiration and connection
The 10th World Food System Summer School organized by the Center started in August in Rheinau, Switzerland. Michelle Grant and Monika Piessens reflect on what has led to the longevity and success of the program. Read interview
A comprehensive view of the world food system
Agriculture practices that preserve resources? Enough food to make sure that everyone can enjoy a healthy and balanced diet? We still are a long way from that, finds Robert Finger – and outlines the most important fields of action to make the food system more sustainable.
