Nanoscience Conference

IFT International Food Nanoscience Conference

Food Nanomaterials:  Safety and Regulations, Government Investments, and Industry Needs

July 17, 2010

Nanotechnology innovations impact many sectors and industries including food, agriculture, energy, defense, medical, and pharmaceutical. This year’s conference will feature more complex assessment of nanomaterial safety for food use, government investments in nanotechnology R&D, and exploration of food industry needs for successful applications.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the state of the science on safety and toxicological assessments of nanomaterials in food applications
2. Review global food nanomaterial regulatory updates and their legal implications to the food industry
3. Examine investments in nanotechnology R&D by global governments
4. Explore industry needs for successful application of nanosciences and nanotechnologies in foods

Need an introduction to nanoscience before the conference?

Beginning in February 2010, IFT will offer the Introduction to Nanoscience online course, a recommended prerequisite to the international conference. Introduction to Nanoscience will deliver a basic understanding of nanoscience in the food industry through examining improvement of existing products and the development of novel applications. You'll:

1. Learn the history and definition of nanoscience and describe how to fabricate and characterize nano materials
2. Recognize potential applications of nanoscience in food packaging, food safety, ingredient technology, and food processing
3. Identify challenges associated with food nanoscience applications including safety, regulations, and ethical/societal/environmental issues

Stayed tuned for more information and to register.

IFT gratefully acknowledges our 2010 sponsor: