How much do food scientists earn? What are their top career concerns? IFT’s exclusive research delivers comprehensive, easy-to-navigate compensation data across job functions and positions in the food ...

An evening dedicated to honoring the scientists, innovators, and leaders whose work has shaped the global food system. Newly inducted Fellows are welcomed into one of the most respected groups in the ...

Are you prepared for the rapidly changing landscape of food additive and color regulation in the United States? As states enact new bans and restrictions, understanding the intersection of science, ...

As the Student Lounge sponsor, PepsiCo is offering opportunities for students to causally meet with Food Science and Engineering professionals who work in various areas of R&D at the company. Student ...

Learn how AI is transforming product development by enhancing speed to result and production efficiencies at the R&D and formulation stages. Participants will gain an inside look at generative AI, its ...

Food Science for the Non-Food Scientist is a foundational workshop designed for professionals across the food system—from sales and marketing to supply chain, procurement, regulatory, business ...

Many companies face challenges correctly identifying a product’s best by date, resulting often in wasting food that is still acceptable. Shelf-life testing can be difficult and a resource drain, ...

Alan Perlstein, founder and CEO of California Cultured, has more than 15 years of experience in cellular agriculture and food technology, beginning his career in early cell-cultured fish research. He ...

Food labeling requirements in the U.S. are complex, and are changing, so you need to stay ahead of the curve. This course will provide you with the foundational and practical knowledge you need to ...

Seeding The Future Foundation will sponsor the Startup Pavilion pitch competition at IFT FIRST 2026, the global food science and innovation expo in Chicago.

Renee Leber is food science and technical services manager at the Institute of Food Technologists with over ten years of product development experience. An expert in food additives and ingredients, ...

Meet the six Startup Pitch Competition finalists competing at IFT FIRST 2026 to showcase food innovation and win the $10,000 grand prize. CHICAGO – July 1, 2026 – The Institute of Food Technologists ...