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Institute of Food Science and Technology

Institute of Food Science and Technology is a science topic covered in the lgStudy science library. This page brings together a partial reference excerpt, illustrations, worked examples, real-world applications and a short study plan, so you can understand Institute of Food Science and Technology rather than just read about it. In short: The Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) is an independent qualifying body for food professionals based in the UK that is concerned with all aspects of food science and technology. The IFST was established to advance food science and technology, to advance education in the area and to make progress in applying principles of food science for the benefit, safety and health of the public.

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Reference excerpt

The Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) is an independent qualifying body for food professionals based in the UK that is concerned with all aspects of food science and technology. The IFST was established to advance food science and technology, to advance education in the area and to make progress in applying principles of food science for the benefit, safety and health of the public. It serves the public by taking into account the many elements that are important for the efficient and responsible supply, manufacture and distribution of safe, wholesome, nutritious, and affordable foods with due regard for the environment, animal welfare and the rights of consumers.

History

Origins In the 1950s, food science and technology became a subject in its own right. The UK National College of Food Technology was established in 1955 and food science degree courses began to be taught in four UK universities and one polytechnic. By the 1960s, food science and technology graduates and other scientists who were working with food felt the need for an institution that recognised the new discipline of food science and technology. The IFST was formed in 1964 to cater for this new breed of scientists and work began rapidly on creating and developing the new organisation. By 1968, the Institute became an incorporated body, with a Memorandum and Articles of Association and Bye-Laws.

Development During the 1970s, IFST further development its range of professional activities. In 1980, IFST became a full member of the Council of Science and Technology Institutes (the predecessor to the Science Council). In the following decade, IFST focused on its public benefit role, in particular, the initiative to form the European Federation of Food Science and Technology (EFFoST), and the further development of its scientific publications.

Into the 21st century In November 2007, the Charity Commission granted charitable status to the IFST company. IFST is a member-based organisation governed by a Board of Trustees, who are elected by the members. The Board is assisted by a Finance Committee and a small Executive Team. There are six standing committees, each of which deals with a particular aspect of the Institute and advises the Board on relevant topics. These committees are made up of IFST members and chaired by a member of the Board, all volunteer based. The IFST member base represents the largest food science and technology community in Europe. IFST is the only qualifying body in the UK dedicated to food science and technology.

IFST's activities The IFST aims to serve the public with competence and integrity. The IFST lists its aims as:

Benefiting the public supply of safe, wholesome, nutritious, tasty and attractive food through the application of sound science and technology; Improving public knowledge and awareness of important issues relating to the supply, production, safety and quality of food; Developing and communicating the knowledge underlying food science and technology, and furthering the education of food scientists and technologists; Safeguarding the public by defining, promoting and upholding professional standards of competence, integrity and ethical behaviour; and Maintaining these standards by encouraging members to continue their professional education and development throughout their careers. As an independent body, the IFST claims it can take an independent and objective evidence-based position on all matters relevant to food science, food technology and food professionalism. The IFST retains strong links with the US-based Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and with the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST).

Events IFST hold a number of regional and national events in the UK, some of which are organised by IFST's regional branches or professional groups. The majority of these events are open to the public. IFST hold a number of conferences including the IFST Annual Spring Conference and AGM, The Changing Face of Auditing (organised by the IFST Western branch), and the IFST Professional Food Sensory Group (PFSG) Annual Conference. They also organise lectures, discussions, and various other events. On a regional level, many branches organise food-themed outings to breweries, factories, orchards and related places.

Careers IFST does a great deal to promote careers within food science and technology to young people. IFST, in partnership with the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) and The National Skills Academy for Food and Drink, have launched Taste Success, a campaign dedicated to demonstrating the vast opportunities within food science and technology, particularly the food and drink manufacturing sector. IFST's Learning Zone has a great deal of information about careers in food science and technology including a list of UK universities offering food science and technology related courses (from foundation level to postgraduate) and testimonials from IFST members about their careers. IFST have also designed a Graduate Guide to Food Science and Technology which is available in print or online. In November 2011, IFST, in partnership with Camden BRI, held the first of their annual Student Career LaunchPad event, supporting university students from across the UK. The event included a series of sessions aimed to enhance the students' understanding of the food science industry, opportunities to network with food professionals and a student competition sponsored by Heinz. IFST offers a number of prizes and awards for students studying food science and technology.

Prizes and awards IFST offers a great deal of prizes and awards:

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Example 1 — a first encounter with Institute of Food Science and Technology

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Example 2 — changing one variable

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Example 3 — an exam-style question

Typical questions about Institute of Food Science and Technology ask you to (a) state it precisely, (b) apply it to given data, and (c) explain a limitation. Practise writing all three answers in under five minutes; the third part is what separates a full-mark answer from an average one.

Applications of Institute of Food Science and Technology

In research: Institute of Food Science and Technology appears in science research whenever the underlying quantities have to be modelled precisely. Papers usually cite it as a starting assumption and then explore where it breaks down.
In technology and industry: Engineering practice reuses Institute of Food Science and Technology in design rules, simulations and safety margins. Knowing the idea lets you read a specification sheet and understand why the numbers look the way they do.
In the classroom: Institute of Food Science and Technology is common in secondary-school and first-year university syllabi. It links to neighbouring topics British food and drink organisations, Food manufacturers of the United Kingdom, Food science institutes, so understanding it makes those chapters shorter.
In everyday life: Look for Institute of Food Science and Technology outside the textbook — in sport, cooking, traffic, electronics or the sky above you. An example you found yourself is remembered far longer than one you were given.

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