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At IFT we’re about food science, nutrition, safety, and sustainability. We’re about innovation and the future of food. But most of all, we’re about providing IFT’s vibrant community of scholars, innovators, visionaries and doers, with the resources, forums, and services they need to be successful and thrive in today’s global science of food profession.

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15,000+

Members
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48

Regional Sections
topical divisions

24

Topical Divisions

Join the Conversation Online at IFT Connect

Connect with colleagues through IFT Connect, IFT’s online community site. Participate in interest-based discussion boards and topical division groups, ask questions, solve problems, and make invaluable connections through the online directory.

Connect with Your Local Community

IFT sections offer a great way to network with food professionals in your area.

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IFST Food Waste Webinar Series: Minimizing loss, maximizing resources

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Join a Division

Members are able to join IFT Divisions of their choice. With over 24 Divisions to choose from, you will be joining a robust and engaged community of peers representing over 76 countries. Not a member yet? No problem, you can join online today.

What IFT's Members are Accomplishing >

As engaged professionals in the science of food, our members improve nutrition, food availability, and the safety of the world’s food supply. Submit your recent accomplishments.

IFT Members Make Food Better

Listen in as IFT members share why they love what they do and the essential role of the science of food plays in ensuring our global food supply is safe, nutritious, and sustainable.

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There are so many ways to engage with IFT’s robust global community. Here are just a few:
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Everyone says you need to have a LinkedIn profile… but what should it look like, and how do you use it to your advantage? Learn how you can leverage this platform to develop your personal brand.
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As the global pandemic continues to stretch and challenge our profession in extraordinary ways, IFT and its volunteer community has consistently risen to the challenge, offering support, guidance, community, and inspiration.

Upcoming Events

Webcast

IFST Food Waste Webinar Series: Minimizing loss, maximizing resources

Online

Conference

REFORMULATE: Fermentation-Enabled Alternative Protein Innovation Digital Summit

Online

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Insights on the Impact of COVID-19 upon the Consumer and the Food Industry . . . and What's Next?

Online

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THE NEW NORMAL: How the COVID-era has Accelerated Food Trends and Behaviors going into 2021

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Get Involved—Volunteer

As a member of IFT you have so many ways to get involved and make a difference. Mentor a new professional. Share your expertise by teaching a course. Discover different ways your knowledge can impact the field of food science and technology.

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Find a Colleague

IFT members have access to an extensive network of global professionals. Make the connections you need to solve problems, share resources, and advance your career.

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