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Public Health Award in honor of Babcock-Hart & Gilbert A. Leveille
Award Information
Partners: Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences (IAFNS) & the American Society for Nutrition (ASN)
This award honors an individual whose scientific and technological contributions have significantly improved public health through better nutrition and/or a more nutritious food supply. This recognition is for those whose work has led to innovative advancements in food science and technology with a tangible impact on public health.
Award: $3,000 honorarium and a crystal award from IFT
Criteria & Eligibility
Nominees must demonstrate contributions resulting in practical, technological innovations within large-scale food production systems aimed at enhancing public health. Eligible contributions may span areas including food production, food processing, food packaging, storage, and/or distribution. The impact of these innovations should align with the broader goal of improving health through food for everyone, as envisioned by IFT, IAFNS, and ASN.
Past Recipients of the Public Health Award
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