What if we had insects for Christmas day?

Eating insects, would you? Should you?

Food and agricultural waste are a substantial problem in our human food systems. Insects have the potential to be used to convert such by-products or wastes into useful and nutritious proteins that can then contribute to both human and animal food systems. But – can we overcome the ‘Yuk!’ and how might we do this….

Dr Tilly Collins, a senior academic at the Centre for Environmental Policy at Imperial College London, will give us her insights in the not anymore so futuristic idea of an “insect-based Christmas eve” which will, for sure, grab your attention! Dr Tilly Collins, has been investigating this question for a while, with her latest paper on the subject was published in a special issue of the Annals of the Entomological Society of America.

The Christmas Gala is our main event of the year. It attracts a big audience and is a great opportunity to discuss topics that are related to our research that we don't usually get the chance to get involved with.

Drinks and light bites will be provided!

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