IFT is an extraordinary idea built on a simple premise: the fulfillment of a safe, nutritious, and sustainable food supply is inextricably linked to science and innovation. To that end, no professional is more critical to the development of the future food supply than the scientist, engineer, and technologist. As individuals, our contribution is only as great as our knowledge and our ability to continue learning as the science we apply rapidly changes and advances. As a professional community, o…