Relying on a handful of crops makes the entire system more vulnerable to pests, disease, and climate shocks. By cultivating a ...

Balance IQ with EQ. Food companies have always thrived on facts, data, and technical and scientific advances—the so-called “IQ.” But going forward, success will depend on whether we can translate ...

When startup Pairwise launched Conscious Greens, a line of CRISPR-edited mustard greens, consumers got to experience something new. By reducing the greens’ natural wasabi-like bite, the team created a ...

Join us for an inspiring free webinar spotlighting the next generation of food scientists. This special event, co-hosted by the British Section of IFT and IFST Future Scientists, will feature ...

Swicy mashups, savory–sweet pairings, and sour notes fuel innovation. Authentic global cuisines replace broad, Americanized versions. Botanicals, adaptogens, and fermented ingredients link flavor with ...

The “health halo” is a powerful psychological effect that leads consumers to believe certain foods are healthier than they are, simply because of appealing claims on the label. This phenomenon ...

Biotechnology Division Graduate Student Oral Competition First: Sonia Su, Cornell University, “Silica Immobilized PETase for Microplastic Bioremediation”; Second: Joshua Scott, Cornell University, ...

Greek philosopher and physician Hippocrates made his often-repeated proclamation, “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food,” more than 2,000 years ago. He was far from alone in his ...

From the latest in AI-powered R&D to sprinkle-topped lemonade and vegan mac & cheese, day one at IFT FIRST®: Annual Event and Expo delivered a feast of innovation. The expo floor buzzed with ...

An orange tabby named Spot made recurring appearances on the Star Trek: The Next Generation television show. In one episode, Spot’s owner uses the Starship Enterprise’s food replicator to produce ...

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have rapidly evolved from futuristic concepts to practical tools driving innovation across industries. From health care to ...