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Call for proposals - Promoting Flavour Research amongst PhD Students in Europe

July 01, 2020

Giract is launching the 11th edition of the highly successful and innovative programme to promote flavour research amongst PhD students at European universities and institutes. Apply before 30 October! Read more about Call for proposals - Promoting Flavour Research amongst PhD Students in Europe

Yeast invertase: a tool for controlling fructan and FODMAP levels during bread making?

June 16, 2020

Consumption of fructan-containing cereal products is considered beneficial for most people except for those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Consequently, there is a need for strategies that enable the modification of fructan levels in cereal products. Read more about Yeast invertase: a tool for controlling fructan and FODMAP levels during bread making?

EFFoST Student of the Year Awards – application deadline extended

June 08, 2020

These student awards are a great opportunity to build and expand your professional network and boost your future career. Therefore, the European Federation of Food Science and Technology and Cargill invite all students in food science and technology to submit their application by 30 June. Read more about EFFoST Student of the Year Awards – application deadline extended

The EFFoST2020 Conference is going online! Abstract submission deadline is extended!

June 04, 2020

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated health concerns, we have decided to host the 34th EFFoST International Conference ‘Bridging high-tech, food-tech and health: Consumer-oriented innovations’ online. Read more about The EFFoST2020 Conference is going online! Abstract submission deadline is extended!

FIT4FOOD2030 webinar series

June 03, 2020

FIT4FOOD2030 has produced a free webinar series titled: “Towards sustainable food systems through Research and Innovation”. The series aims to advocate for responsible research and innovation (RRI) and system thinking for food system transformation. Read more about FIT4FOOD2030 webinar series

Call for contribution – Survey for EFFoST online conference

May 27, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are considering hosting the EFFoST2020 conference online. We would like to hear your opinion to make sure the EFFoST online conference meets the needs and expectations of the food science community. Please complete this 2-minute survey! Read more about Call for contribution – Survey for EFFoST online conference

EFFoST2020 - Extension of the abstract submission deadline

May 07, 2020

If you haven’t been able to submit your abstract for the 34th EFFoST International Conference just yet, you will be pleased to be informed that the abstract submission deadline has been extended with four weeks, till 31 May 2020. Read more about EFFoST2020 - Extension of the abstract submission deadline

New dates for food science conferences and workshops

April 23, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has restricted international travel and gatherings, this, in turn, has caused a number of food science events to be postponed or cancelled. Read on for an overview of changes to events relevant to our field. Read more about New dates for food science conferences and workshops

Message from the EFFoST Board - Food science and technology during the COVID-19 pandemic

April 07, 2020

In this letter, the members of the EFFoST Board would like to remind you that your expertise and creativity are vital in creating solutions for the food sector in this difficult time. Together, as a community, we can contribute to positive change. Read more about Message from the EFFoST Board - Food science and technology during the COVID-19 pandemic

Call for applications - EFFoST Student of the Year Awards 2020

March 31, 2020

The European Federation of Food Science and Technology and Cargill are looking for the brightest students in food science and technology. Read more about Call for applications - EFFoST Student of the Year Awards 2020