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IFT FIRST Call for Abstracts

Showcase your work and help shape the scientific program at IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo

On behalf of IFT and the Annual Meeting and Scientific Program Advisory Panel (AMSPAP), we’re glad you’re here!

As you submit your abstract, please know your contribution to our Science FIRST program is meaningful, as it allows us to create an experience that showcases how your breakthrough research, science and innovation is impacting the global food value chain.

We’re also excited to share our 2025 theme, FIRST: Food Improved by Research, Science, and Technology, which centers on the transformative nature of the global food system.

IFT FIRST 2025 acronym infographic
IFT FIRST 2025 acronym infographic

 

READY TO SUBMIT?

Here’s what you need to know

Call for Proposals

The deadline for proposal submissions is now closed. For those of you who previously submitted your proposal, here are the key dates to keep in mind:

Call for Proposal Submission Timeline

  • December 4, 2024:  Call for Proposals and Call for Reviewers Close at 11:59 PM CT
  • December 12 – January 6, 2025: Tier 1 Review Period
  • December – February 2025: Annual Meeting Scientific Program Advisory Panel (AMSPAP) Review Period
  • March 3, 2025: Submitters Notified Status of Their Proposals

 

Call for Abstracts

Do you have original, quality research focused on the science of food? IFT wants to hear from you! Submit your abstract and if selected, you will have the opportunity to be a poster presenter at IFT FIRST. Keep these dates in mind as you prepare your submission.

Call for Abstract Submission Timeline

  • January 9, 2025: Call for Abstracts and Reviewers Closes at 11:59 PM CT
  • January 23 – February 7, 2025: Review Period
  • Early March:  Submitters Notified Status of Their Abstract

Submit Your Abstract

Call for Abstract Reviewers

Make an impact on shaping poster presentations by serving as a Technical Research Paper Reviewers. Selected volunteers will be responsible for evaluating abstracts which may be presented as posters at IFT FIRST. Apply before January 9, 2025, to provide your expertise and knowledge to our Science FIRST program.

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