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Awards & Recognition

IFT's community advances the science of food and its application to drive positive change within the global food system. Each year, IFT recognizes the impactful work of its community through our Awards and Fellows program, celebrating individuals and teams who are improving food for everyone, everywhere.

Nominations

Nominations for the 2025 IFT Achievement Awards and Fellows open on October 7, 2024, and close on January 15, 2025.

Nominate yourself, an individual, or a team for an IFT Achievement Award.

Submit an IFT Achievement Award Nomination

Nominate yourself or an individual for the IFT Fellow designation.

Submit an IFT Fellows Nomination

Nomination Scoring

Scoring of nominations will be directly related to how information provided on the nomination form demonstrates impact related to published award criteria.

Program Policy

IFT Achievement Awards & Fellows Program Policy

IFT Achievement Awards

IFT Achievement Awards recognize and honor individuals and teams who have demonstrated excellence through their contributions to the science of food.

Learn more about IFT Achievement Awards

IFT Achievement Awards Nominee Guide

IFT Fellows

The designation of IFT Fellow is a unique professional distinction conferred for achieving career excellence and providing significant service, leadership, and contributions to IFT and the science of food community.

Review Fellows Guidelines

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IFT members make an impact

IFT members are making a positive impact on our global food system every day.