With one year left to comply with the FDA's Food Traceability Rule, companies have made progress but still face challenges.

Since 1985, the Institute of Food Technologists Student Association (IFTSA) College Bowl Competition has tested the knowledge of student teams from across the United States in the following areas: ...

How lipids, as important endogenous nutrient components, affect the quality of aquatic products: An overview of lipid peroxidation and the interaction with proteins January 15, 2025 Global insights ...

The International Food Science Certification Commission (IFSCC) oversees the governance and policy-making for our credentialing activities. The members of the IFSCC are committed to ensuring IFT’s ...

Food science draws from many disciplines, including biology, chemical engineering, and biochemistry to better understand food processes and improve food products for the general public. As the ...

Gain access to an invaluable network, resources, and insights to help you enhance your academic experience and prepare for a future in food. Colleges and universities provide many opportunities for ...

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Get a taste of the exceptional research shared each month. Published since 1936, the Journal of Food Science (JFS) brings peer-reviewed, original research reports and critical reviews from researchers ...

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Obtaining research funding has always been a challenge in the food sciences, and the next generation of researchers must contend with shifting priorities and resources.

Food microbiologists play a critical role in making sure food is safe to consume. They have expertise in a variety of scientific disciplines. Food chemists develop and improve foods and beverages; ...