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Discover ingredient innovation in action at Brenntag UK’s Food and Beverage Innovation & Application Centre Find out more and reserve your place: buff.ly/u2VxHmI #FoodScience #FoodTechnology #FoodInnovation #NewProductDevelopment #Ingredients #FoodAndBeverage #NPD #FoodManufacturing
Booking closes today! Join the IFST Northern Branch for a site visit to IFP Labs, where you'll tour microbiological, chemical and allergen testing laboratories and gain an insight into the services they provide. 🚨 Book now at buff.ly/U0DlTcg #FoodScience #FoodSafety #FoodTesting #Microbiology
🥚Eggs are a staple ingredient across the food industry, but sourcing them safely and responsibly is becoming increasingly complex. Free to attend for both IFST members and non-members. 📅 Thursday 23 July 2026 🕒 3.00pm to 4.00pm (BST) 💻 Online Book your place today: buff.ly/djRTamx #FoodSafety
Don’t miss your opportunity to hear from Professor Ian Young at IFST Autumn Conference 2026. Professor Young will deliver a keynote session titled: “The role of the FSA in supporting Food Strategy outcomes” Find out more and book: buff.ly/iNAC8Cq #IFSTAC26 #FoodScience #FoodTechnology #FoodSafety
Planning your professional development this autumn? Early Bird registration for IFST Autumn Conference 2026 is available until 7 August.
Interested in seeing how food testing laboratories support food safety and quality? Join the IFST Northern Branch for a site visit to IPF Labs, where you'll tour microbiological, chemical and allergen testing laboratories and gain an insight into the services they provide. buff.ly/U0DlTcg
How are digital technologies and AI changing food manufacturing? Join IFST and the Society of Dairy Technology (SDT) for a free Scottish Regional Meeting. Taking place at the Digital Process Manufacturing Centre (DPMC) in Irvine, register today to secure your place: buff.ly/dYabQww
IFST Future Scientist Competition – North of England Final Congratulations to all the winners of this year’s Future Scientist held at The Helix Centre, in the University of Leeds last week. 📷 View more photos of the event here: buff.ly/7dimBGQ
Is the ‘Oat Matrix’ the key to better plant-based foods? 🌾🥛 We are delighted to share a deep dive into the latest research from Jennifer McLauchlan, a PhD student at the University of Leeds, exploring the fascinating intersection of food science, physical chemistry, and sustainability.
Get your Early Bird Tickets for the IFST Autumn Conference 2026. Join colleagues from across the food system on 13 October in Nottingham for a day of expert discussion, evidence and networking.
Interested in seeing how food testing laboratories support food safety and quality? Join the IFST Northern Branch for a site visit to IPF Labs, where you'll tour microbiological, chemical and allergen testing laboratories and gain an insight into the services they provide.
🚀 Join us at the IFST Future Scientist Competition 2026 – North of England Final! We're excited to welcome students, academics, and industry professionals to the North of England Final on 2 July 2026 at Helix, University of Leeds. 🎟️ Attendance is free, book now: buff.ly/iwUxraP
Today is your last chance to save 10% on IFST membership. Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, access trusted technical resources, support your professional development, or demonstrate your commitment to the highest standards in food science and technology.
Thinking about joining IFST? Now is a great time. Our IFST10 membership discount ends tomorrow, giving you 10% off membership. Alongside access to year-round professional development, technical resources and a network of food professionals, members also benefit from a discounted rate for AC26.
What does your food feel like? Smell like? Sound like? Before your product hits the shelves, it hits the senses – and that can make or break its success. This feature in FS&T shows how sensory science turns tasty ideas into irresistible products. 🔗Read here: buff.ly/d3n1GTz #SensoryScience
🚨 Only 3 days left to save 10% on IFST membership. IFST membership connects you with a vibrant community of food professionals and gives you access to the resources, networks, and development opportunities that support your career at every stage.
🗣️ Refuelling Conversations - Early Careers Networking Event! Join us at NCVO in London on 29 June for an afternoon of networking to support your career growth. 👥 Spaces are limited. Register now to secure your spot! 🔗: buff.ly/ecvZZpT #EarlyCareers #Networking #FoodScience #FoodTechnology
Explore the World of Mayonnaise 🥄🔬 A review in the International Journal of Food Science & Technology (IJFST) provides a comprehensive look at the complex world of this oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion. 📖 Read the full review: buff.ly/TmNKM69 #FoodScience #FoodInnovation #Mayonnaise #IJFST
Tomorrow, seven outstanding student teams will pitch their ideas at the Ecotrophelia UK 2026 Final. After months of research, product development and testing, our finalists will present their eco-innovative food products to a panel of senior experts from across the food industry.
Congratulations to everyone who took part in this year's University of Leeds New Product Development (NPD) Dragons' Den competition. 👏 Take a look through the graphics to see this year's award winners and highlights from the competition. Graphics designed by @ukfoodscience (on Instagram).
📬 The June issue of Food Science and Technology (FS&T) is here! IFST members and subscribers will already be receiving their copies, with the issue centred on: Powering Smarter Food Systems.
The science behind our food never stops. Neither does the need for a strong professional community. 🌎 Whether you're working in food safety, product development, nutrition, sustainability, regulation, research, or academia, IFST membership connects you with the people,
📚The Handbook of Microbiological Criteria for Foods (Updated Edition) 🧫 Written by experienced food microbiologists, this handbook offers essential guidance for anyone producing, applying, or interpreting microbiological criteria in food. 🔗 Purchase your copy here today: buff.ly/NKVpl17
Join our Food Innovation Special Interest Group technical visit to two leading centres of food innovation and research in Leeds. 📍 Brenntag UK Food & Beverage Innovation & Application Centre 📍 School of Food Science & Nutrition, University of Leeds
How do we feed 9.7B people by 2050? 🌍 A new review in #IJFST explores the "bench-to-dining table" journey of cultured meat, a sustainable, slaughter-free alternative to traditional livestock. Explore the latest in stem cell biology & bioprocessing: buff.ly/Ji0B65U #FutureOfFood #CulturedMeat
Safe food everywhere starts with knowing your supply chain. This #FoodSciTechWeek, register for IFST's free webinar on egg sourcing in a changing market, covering insights, risks and best practice. Sponsored by the British Lion Code, open to all. buff.ly/p6axG3S
IFST's Food Science and Nutrition Toolkit consolidates trusted resources across food composition, healthy eating, nutrition regulations and general guidance - all in one place. Members can access it now at ifst.org. Not a member yet? Join this week with code IFST10 for 10% off.
What does a food label actually tell you? Nutrition labelling, health claims and nutrient profiling are areas where food science, regulation and public health collide. Join the people feeding the world. Save 10% this month with code IFST10 at ifst.org/membership
Today on #FoodSciTechWeek we are shining a light on one of IFST's newest communities: the Food Sustainability Special Interest Group. Find out more and join IFST at buff.ly/VMWJGF3. New Associate, Member and Fellow applications this month save 10% with code IFST10.
There's a place for you at IFST - wherever you are in your career. Student, Early Career, Associate, Member, or Fellow: IFST membership grows with you, with access to 3,800+ professionals, CPD tools, SIGs, mentorship, and more. Use code IFST10 for 10% off. Offer ends June 30. ifst.org/membership