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The 2023
#SeedingTheFuture
#GFSChallenge
is now accepting applications! 🌱
With $1 Million in total awards, the Challenge supports global
#foodsystem
innovations that may potentially have a significant impact at scale and over time.
Apply today!
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A major culprit of the
#climatecrisis
, the
@IPCC_CH
estimates that the
#globalfoodsystem
is responsible for 30% of total greenhouse gas emissions. 🌎
For teams working to reverse this trend, join the movement with the
#SeedingTheFuture
#GFSChallenge
!
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Join us next Monday, July 24 at 11:00 a.m. CT to support the future of women
#agrifood
entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa!
Attendees will discuss key challenges and a promising mentorship program launched by the
@FAO
and
@AgriFoodNet
.
Register today!
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Solving
#worldhunger
begins by planting and nurturing a single idea. 🌱
The
#SeedingTheFuture
#GFSChallenge
is awarding more than $1 Million to innovative food solutions with the potential to transform
#foodsystems
.
Applications open June 1:
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Join
#SHIFT20
expert panelists as they discuss innovating to build
#foodsecurity
into resilient cities of the future.
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Ready to develop future-proof
#foodandbeverage
products in 2024? 👩🔬
Get ahead with our special
#FoodTech
webinar on Tuesday, January 23, where our editors will share the top flavor, technology, and consumer trends of the year. Sign up here:
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Last chance to sign up for our "2024 Trends Outlook" webinar happening tomorrow, January 23, at 11 a.m. CT! ⏰
Join our
#foodtech
editorial team as we explore the top flavor, technology, and consumer trends in the
#foodandbeverage
industry. Register here:
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Is our global food system killing our Earth? Join
#SHIFT20
expert panelists as they debate this topic.
#sustainability
#foodsystem
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At IFT's Food Safety Transformation InFocus virtual event, senior leaders from
@Walmart
will discuss the future of
#foodsafety
and the role
#emergingtech
will play in its transformation. Early bird registration ends Nov 3. Register today.
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Nestlé Japan creates the world's first Kit Kat that can be baked & turned into a cookie.
http://t.co/6noBNaVgkx
http://t.co/0LOgdAVMfg
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Applications for the $1 million
#SeedingTheFuture
#GFSChallenge
open next Thursday, June 1! 🌱
If you are a team from academia, industry, or business developing innovative food solutions, we invite you to prepare your submissions today.
Learn more:
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🚀 Our virtual
#AI
workshop starts in one week!
Don't miss out on our series of 4 workshops over 3 weeks exploring the power of artificial intelligence in food R&D. Gain insights and real-world applications to revolutionize your work. Get registered!
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#IFTFIRST
is finally here! We are thrilled to welcome the
#scienceoffood
community to Chicago for the most innovative event of the year. There's so much to taste, see, learn, discuss, and explore over the next few days. We look forward to connecting with everyone!
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Single-use plastic containers were introduced as a practical, easy way to reduce
#foodwaste
, but they resulted in a new problem: too much plastic waste. A recent
#IFTJournals
study explored ways to produce bioplastic materials from waste resources.
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The countdown to
#IFTFIRST
is on! 📢🕔
Less than one week until professionals from around the globe come together for the
#scienceoffood
event of the year!
With more than 850 exhibitors lined up, there's something for everyone. Secure your spot today:
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Connect, learn, and innovate the
#FutureOfFood
at
#IFTFIRST
. 💡🔮 The world's leading
#ScienceOfFood
event returns this July, and space is limited. Secure major early-bird savings by 4/15—the biggest savings on attendance! Save today to join us in July:
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Calling all members of the
#scienceoffood
community! 📢
IFT is seeking independent reviewers for this year's
#SeedingTheFuture
#GFSChallenge
––a competition that rewards innovations with the potential for significant impact on our
#foodsystem
.
Apply here:
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The Codex Alimentarius Commission (
@FAOWHOCodex
) is a UN organization created 60 years ago to help align food standards, guidelines, and codes of practice internationally.
Learn how they are positively impacting
#foodsafety
and IFT's involvement here:
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With layoffs and recession fears,
#scienceoffood
professionals need a reliable network more than ever. With IFT, members say there is no shortage of insights, research, education, and inspiration.
Hear their stories:
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There’s never a dull moment when the global
#FoodScience
community convenes at McCormick Place in Chicago for THE event of the summer...
#IFTFIRST
! July 14-17 can't come fast enough!
Check out why others say it's a must-attend event and register today.
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Gain a mastery of U.S. food labeling requirements at IFT’s short course on July 15-16!
Led by world-class experts, attendees will gain practical knowledge to comply with regulations and explore drivers in today's marketplace.
Register today!
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Gain access to the entire
#SHIFT20
virtual conference on demand now! This includes:
*Keynote by
@AprilRinne
*Presentations by
@FrankYiannasFDA
&
@EveTurowPaul
*100+ scientific sessions
*750+ research posters
*300+ virtual exhibitors
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Congrats to the winner of the
#IFTNEXT
Food Disruption Challenge
@RenewalMill
! And congrats to the people's choice,
@cfufoods
!
#IFT18
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Honoring all of our female members’ contributions to food science for International Day of Women & Girls in Science
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@lananafa
@mcmaricarmen
@RicardoMonrealA
@cofecemx
@CRE_Mexico
@rocionahle
Disculpe, usted ha etiquetado a la cuenta equivocada. Nosotros no estamos afiliados ni relacionados con el Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (
@IFT_MX
). Somos una compañía estadounidense sin fines de lucro dedicada a la ciencia de los alimentos.
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By using alternatives like potato starch, methylcellulose, and apple powder, food scientists have found new formulas to make fried instant noodles with 5%–20% less oil. 🍜
Learn more in Journal of Food Science:
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Study: antioxidant flavanols in dark chocolate may temporarily improve vision:
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Today we mourn the loss of Ted Labuza—an internationally recognized food scientist and IFT Past President. Ted's unmatched passion for
#foodscience
left an indelible mark on students, colleagues, and the IFT community. Learn more about his enduring legacy:
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Misunderstandings about date labeling can lead to food waste, with consumers discarding products they believe to be unsuitable for consumption. Learn more about the importance of date labeling:
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Indoor agriculture? Cultured meat? Cannabis cuisine? Find out what the editors of Food Technology magazine think will be the hottest food trends for 2019:
1
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According to a study In Journal of Food Science,
#egg
yolks that have a darker color typically contain even more omega-3s and vitamins compared to an average lighter yolk egg. What else does an egg yolk tell you? Find out
@MSNLifestyle
#IFTJournals
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Today's
#GoogleDoodle
celebrates Dr. Stamen Grigorov, the Bulgarian
#microbiologist
who discovered the bacteria responsible for creating
#yogurt
in 1905. Read more about his discovery.
#scienceoffood
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Imagine swarms of flies turned into a rich protein source for chickens that help feed thousands. 🪰
Read about how
@TheFSFInstitute
and other
#SeedingTheFuture
#GFSChallenge
winners are transforming our food system in
#FoodTech
:
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Study: people who oppose genetically modified foods may think they know more about food science than they actually do:
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Immerse yourself in the future of food at the
#IFTFIRST
Food Expo Hall! 🔮
Over 850 exhibitors will be there to share their latest technologies and solutions impacting the
#globalfoodsystem
. Hear what you can expect directly from last year's attendees:
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New products are hitting shelves at an even greater rate, but as food scientists, we need to ask ourselves: What do consumers really WANT in 2019—and beyond? Find out:
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We are excited to introduce Brain Food, a new blog from IFT. Check out some great posts about food industry innovations, professional development, and more:
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Why do you drink coffee? Researchers find that taste preferences for bitter or sweet beverages may not be based on variations in our taste genes, but rather genes related to the psychoactive properties of these beverages:
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#FoodTraceability
systems are crucial to
#foodsafety
, but require strong partnerships for success.🤝
In this study from
#IFTJournals
, researchers use a differential game model based on delay effect to find the most effective
#foodsupplychain
strategies:
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One way to minimize the environmental impact of
#foodwaste
is to identify industrial uses of natural pigments as additives. A review in
#IFTJournals
explored the types and possible applications of natural pigments in vegetable food waste.
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John Coupland, IFT Past-President, shares how modern food production is reliant upon foundational ideas in science.
#WFD2017
#WorldFoodDay
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Study shows microbial changes that occur in the human gut microbiome after eating broccoli might be behind the vegetable’s anti-cancer power:
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Fact or Fiction: All
#processedfood
is bad for you. You may be surprised to learn that isn't necessarily true. Check out our new toolkit to learn the differences between
#foodprocessing
and processed food and the benefits these technologies impart.
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Processing isn't necessarily bad; coffee, milk, and more are processed. Using "processed food" in a pejorative way is misleading.
#GSummit17
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Research published in
#JNutr
suggests adding an array of
#spices
to a meal may help lower inflammation markers.
@jnutritionorg
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Some spices are known for their antimicrobial properties, but their use can also be responsible for microbial contamination/spoilage. A review in
#IFTJournals
explored spore‐forming bacteria in commercially available spices. Read the findings:
#foodsafety
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“The science is crystal clear, but consumer sentiment—it is what it is,”- Maria Velissariou, IFT’s chief science and technology officer. Find out how food scientists are dealing with consumer demands for more transparent labeling:
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What is the difference between a food allergy, food intolerance and food sensitivity? Find out:
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Our opening debate, "Should We Eat More Processed Foods?", starts now. Many thanks to
@johndonvan
/
@abc
,
@amywebb
/
@FTI
,
@kevinh_phd
,
@marionnestle
, and Dr. Michael Gibney,
@ucddublin
#IFTFIRST
1
9
22
From natural ingredients to groundbreaking fermentation technologies and plant-based solutions, the
#IFTFIRST
Food Expo is the place to be for all things
#foodscience
and
#foodinnovation
! 🍽️
What's on your must-see list?
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@fantasmasuarez
@FOXSportsMX
Disculpe, usted ha etiquetado a la cuenta equivocada. Nosotros no estamos afiliados ni relacionados con el Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (
@IFT_MX
). Somos una compañía estadounidense sin fines de lucro dedicada a la ciencia de los alimentos.
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Celebrating women in science for
#InternationalWomensDay
- Each woman offers unique approach to feeding the world
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Food scientists are one of the top 10 hottest jobs in Chicago according to Crain’s Chicago Business. Check out what Sarah Scholl, IFT member, former IFTSA leader, and ELN alum, had to say about this amazing career:
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Intelligent
#packaging
is the latest innovation to help reduce
#FoodWaste
and improve the quality of fruits and vegetables for consumers.
Learn more in this comprehensive review in
#IFTJournals
:
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Celebrate 50 years of IFT’s Sensory and Consumer Sciences Division with a special
#IFTJournals
issue! 🥂
This issue explores the latest advancements in
#sensoryscience
and
#consumerscience
, including emojis, bitterness, and more:
#IFTSpotlight
1
5
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What does the future of
#foodpackaging
look like? Explore the status and future of biobased and biodegradable films used in
#food
applications, plus the connection between biobased
#packaging
and innovative technologies in a new
#IFTJournals
study.
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Confusion over date labeling is one of the biggest contributors to
#foodwaste
. Learn what date labels really mean and pass the word to reduce the amount of wasted food:
1
11
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We are in a different place than we were a month ago, but thanks to the selfless efforts of everyone throughout the
#foodindustry
, food is still available in our grocery stores and restaurants. No matter what your role is,
#thankyou
for all you do to feed the world!
#covid19
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Everyone loves chickpeas these days, and for good reason. Research has shown them to have a number of health benefits. A review in
#IFTJournals
explores technological properties of producing snacks from chickpeas related to type 2
#diabetes
. Learn more:
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