Anna Fensel, appointed as a full professor of artificial intelligence and data science at Wageningen University & Research, emphasizes the dual nature of AI and data science. Fensel, sees AI and data science as crucial in addressing global challenges, especially in sustainable and healthy food production. Specializing in semantic technology, her research focuses on developing data infrastructures, linking data, and applying FAIR principles (findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable). Fensel's projects include the SoilWise repository for soil protection and lifestyle applications integrating AI and data science for behavioral changes. She underscores the challenge of unlocking data-driven innovations at WUR and emphasizes the potential impact of AI and data science in bridging gaps between experts and domain scientists. Fensel's team also contributes to the protein transition, advocating for sustainable and equitable food systems through optimized data management solutions.