Applied Food Sciences opens innovation center
Applied Food Sciences (AFS) has opened its Midwest-based innovation center in Iowa City, Iowa.
Applied Food Sciences (AFS) has opened its Midwest-based innovation center in Iowa City, Iowa. The Austin, Texas-based company is a natural ingredient supplier specializing in botanical extracts for food, beverages, and supplements. The newly opened research and development center is a multi-million-dollar investment located at the University of Iowa BioVentures Center (BVC) featuring molecular biology labs, advanced analytical and materials research laboratories, and a pilot production plant.
“AFS chose the BVC as our home for innovation for a number of reasons,” said Chris Fields, vice president of scientific affairs at AFS. “The University of Iowa is home to a strong work ethic, a high level of professionals, and culture of innovation in the areas of biotechnology and food science. What makes us the most excited is the opportunity to collaborate with other innovative companies in the areas of food technology, then merge those lessons learned with our expertise in life sciences.”