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  • 1Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA;

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Edible scaffolds are key to scaling up cultured meat production. These structures support cell growth and improve the texture and nutrition of alternative proteins, meeting consumer demand for sustainable meat.

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  • To review the challenges and opportunities of using edible scaffolds in cultured meat production.
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  • Evaluation of scaffold impact on cell growth, tissue development, and product quality.

    • Main Results:

    • Edible scaffolds provide structural support for 3D tissue formation in cultured meat.
    • Scaffolds can accelerate cell proliferation and differentiation, enhancing production efficiency.
    • Different scaffold materials and fabrication methods offer tailored solutions for cultured meat.

    Conclusions:

    • Edible scaffolds are critical for achieving large-scale cultured meat production.
    • Scaffolds improve the nutritional and sensory attributes of cultured meat products.
    • Further research into scaffold optimization will accelerate the adoption of cultured meat.