Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology in North Ryde | Non-governmental organisation (NGO)

Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology

Locality: North Ryde

Phone: +61 447 066 324

Address: 11 Julius Avenue 2113 North Ryde, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.aifst.asn.au

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24.01.2022 Food Science HDR scholarships Are you an Australian citizen or permanent resident and wanting to undertake research in food science, food processing, functional food product development, food nutrition, cereal/pulse grain postharvest storage and processing, chemical/biochemical analysis of bioactive proteins, carbohydrates and phytochemicals? The University of Tasmania has several HDR scholarships available. For more information contact Dr. Adel Yousif ([email protected]) at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture, University of Tasmania or head to: http://ow.ly/noi250BpyMI

24.01.2022 FSANZ Regulatory Science Strategy - WEBINAR AIFST is celebrating National Science week with a series of webinars Join Katinka Mitchell, Strategic Science, Chemical Safety and Nutrition Science, FSANZ on Friday August 21 to hear about FSANZs Regulatory Science Strategy. FSANZs role is to protect public health and safety by developing food standards that are informed by the best available scientific evidence, providing food standards information and by coordinating aspects... of the food regulatory system. To register - visit our website: http://ow.ly/V5hv50AUxLq

23.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology as a Career Who are food scientists and food technologists and what do they do? Interested to learn more? Head to our website: http://ow.ly/GGcW50AUymA Join the conversation what is great about a career in food science and technology? Share your thoughts with us.

23.01.2022 Webinar - Thursday September 17th How to Make Immunity Related Health Claims Join Sharon Natoli for this webinar aimed at raising awareness and understanding about the link between nutrients and the immune system to assist food scientists gain clarity around identifying and developing health related claims linking their products to immunity. To register, head to: http://ow.ly/IAMM50Bd6BN

22.01.2022 FiE Webinar Series - Commencing 29th September Principles of Food Preservation This series of webinars provides an overview of food preservation methods, and the associated processes used in the food industry. Note that as an introductory program, there is not time for in-depth review - the aim is to provide an introduction to the various options available - and identify important factors when considering applying these methods. The program consists of six webinars, each of ...90 min duration, to be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays (29 September, 1 October, & 6 October). There will be time for a Q&A session after each webinar to answer all of your questions. To register, or see details, go to: http://ow.ly/SkYA50BgAHo See more

22.01.2022 Innovation and Collaboration: The Future of Agriculture, Food Safety, and Nutrition Since the start of 2020, several US agencies, including the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA), unveiled strategic plans related to scientific research and innovations in agriculture, food safety, and nutrition. Each of these longer-term roadmaps aim to take food and agriculture to the next level. http://ow.ly/vRc350Bpynd

20.01.2022 AIFST Farewells Outgoing President and Chair, Peter Schutz OAM We say farewell to Peter Schutz who has retired as President and Chair of the AIFST Board. A passionate advocate for the Australian food and agribusiness sector, Peter stepped into the role in 2016, bringing with him a wealth of experience and insight developed over several decades from across a range of organisations. His commitment to the AIFST and the food industry has been quietly outstanding, his big picture, blue sky thinking has been invaluable to many across the industry and has made a lasting impact. We wish Peter and his wife Helen a long and happy retirement.

20.01.2022 Uncovering the science of Indigenous fermentation Australian wine scientists are shedding scientific light on the processes underlying traditional practices of Australian Aboriginal people to produce fermented beverages. The scientists from the University of Adelaide and the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) have discovered the complex microbial communities associated with the natural fermentation of sap from the iconic Tasmanian cider gum, Eucalyptus gunnii. The work has been published in Scientific Reports. http://ow.ly/h8vb50BrXLy

20.01.2022 AIFST 2020 Virtual Food Microbiology Conference Thursday 26th Nov Thank you to our event partners - BVAQ and Biomerieux.... Join us for this one day virtual event and hear from a range of expert speakers on trends and challenges in food microbiology. http://ow.ly/xNbT50CpQ1k To register please visit the AIFST website: http://ow.ly/LIze50CpQ1j

19.01.2022 AIFST 2020 Virtual Food Microbiology Conference Thursday 26th Nov Thank you to our event partners - BVAQ and Biomerieux.... Join us for this one day virtual event and hear from a range of expert speakers on trends and challenges in food microbiology. Session 1 features Australian and international speakers. Join us to grow, learn and connect. To register, or get more information, go to: http://ow.ly/g3og50Cgc9y

19.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology AIFST is celebrating National Science week with a series of webinars hear from a range of food industry professionals about their food science journey and the future of food science. For more information and to register, head to our website: http://ow.ly/Ij5r50AUygr... Join the conversation what is great about a career in food science and technology? Share your thoughts with us.

18.01.2022 Technical Webinar - Wednesday 9th September Practical real-world food fraud control measures Presented by Clare Winkel, Executive Manager - Technical Solutions, Integrity Compliance Solutions, this webinar focuses in on the practical real-world controls that can be applied to drop the risk of food fraud within your raw materials. To register, or get more information, head to: http://ow.ly/2n1S50BaieS

17.01.2022 ADM reveals plant-based boom and behavior shifts amid COVID-19 The plant-based trend will further mainstream due to COVID-19s impact on consumer preferences, finds recent ADM research. With health and convenience top-of-mind, plant-based NPD that delivers exceptional nutrition and good sensory experience, is pegged for success, the company says. ADM has identified six emerging behavioral changes that are expected to influence innovation and product development in the months ahead. Among the trending areas of interest for consumers are gut health, immunity, personalized nutrition and emotional wellbeing. http://ow.ly/2llY50Bd3Ty

16.01.2022 Bruce Pascoe appointed Enterprise Professor in Indigenous Agriculture Indigenous author and advocate Bruce Pascoe has joined the University of Melbourne as Melbourne Enterprise Professor in Indigenous Agriculture in the Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences (FVAS). The role, which will sit within the School of Agriculture and Food, has been designed to build knowledge and understanding of Indigenous agriculture within the Faculty and to grow engagement and research activities in this area. http://ow.ly/MQ2D50Bjs2C

16.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology as a Career Reasons to study food science - what is so great about a career in food science?

14.01.2022 Catalysing a $10m Australian Insect Industry AgriFutures Australia has identified insect farming as an emerging industry with high potential to reach $10 million per annum in the next five years, a core driver of the AgriFutures Emerging Industries Program. Join Skye Blackburn, Founder of the Edible Bug Shop on Tuesday August 18 as we embrace National Science Weeks annual celebration of science and technology. See the previous post, or head to our website for details. http://ow.ly/5vGG50AUZmh

14.01.2022 Call out to foodie students and grads - join us in February to grow, learn and connect.

14.01.2022 Webinar - Tuesday 1st September AFGC PIF V6.0 - #5 Q&A OPEN HOUSE Join us for the 5th webinar in the series on the AFGC PIF. The AFGC Product Information Form V6.0 (PIF V6.0, the ePIF) is a web-based information management tool developed by the AFGC to assist food companies obtain and share product information needed to comply with Australia and New Zealand food regulations, industry codes, and customer product specifications in a consistent, standardised manner. This webi...nar will provide the opportunity for you to ask questions about any aspect of PIF V6.0. To register, head to our website: http://ow.ly/HM5W50Bah9D See more

14.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology As National Science week for 2020 comes to a close, thank you to everyone who attended our webinars to celebrate food science & technology as a career. We had a diverse range of speakers talking about their career journey and what they are passionate about. Missed out? Members can access the webinars for free on our website. Not a member? We would love to welcome you to the AIFST community. Visit our website for more information: ht...tp://ow.ly/3jXN50B6C8z http://ow.ly/twcZ50B6C8y

14.01.2022 New Covid-19 survey a must read for scientists Professional Scientists Australia in conjunction with Science and Technology Australia have released The initial employment impacts of Covid-19 on the Australian Science Workforce report 2020. A survey of over 1,400 Australian scientists found that nearly one in four scientists said anxiety and mental distress due to the pandemic was affecting their ability to work. ... Access the report here: http://ow.ly/DKAT50AWZ9j

14.01.2022 Food & Beverage Industry Awards Winners Announced Congratulations to all the winners and finalists in this years Food & Beverage Industry Awards and what an impressive list - The Lupin Co.; V2food http://ow.ly/BViP50BmGTN

13.01.2022 Today is National Agriculture Day This National Agriculture Day, let's celebrate the everyday extraordinary efforts of our farmers and all that is good about Australian agriculture. https://www.agday.org.au/

12.01.2022 Food History From the Year You Were Born To wrap up the week, take a trip down memory lane to see some of the breakthroughs in the world of food between 1921 and 2020 http://ow.ly/okPV50Beg9Z

12.01.2022 Its R U OK? Day today As we all work through the challenges presented by COVID-19, remember to check-in with your friends, colleagues and family and ask RU OK? #RUOKDay #RUOK http://ow.ly/xbLb50BmCVY

11.01.2022 WA EVENT - 24th November 2020 HIGH PRESSURE PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY: AN INDUSTRY INSIGHT Join your WA colleagues for this face-to-face event. To register, head to: http://ow.ly/iRoF50CioN9

11.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology as a Career WEBINAR SERIES AIFST is celebrating National Science week with a series of webinars hear from a range of food industry professionals about their food science journey and the future of food science. Join Inge Baselier, Consumer Scientist, Bega Foods and Cecilia Ngo, Research & Development Food Technologist, Custom Foods on Thursday August 20 as we embrace National Science Weeks annual celebration of science and technology.... Inge is a Consumer Scientist working to ensure that consumer needs are translated into tangible wining products. Cecilia graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Food Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. She is now a Research and Development Food Technologist at Custom Foods. To register - visit our website: http://ow.ly/YfKu50AUxA8 Join the conversation what is great about a career in food science and technology? Share your thoughts with us

11.01.2022 AIFST/FIAL Webinar - Tuesday October 6, 2020 COVID-19 and Your Workforce Guidelines for the Food Processing Industry AIFST has developed guidelines to assist food processors to mitigate the risks to employees presented by the COVID-19 virus. In this webinar you will hear from Deon Mahoney, the author of this Guide, and Craig Shadbolt from the NSW Food Authority on strategies to keep your food processing operation running and your workforce safe. To register, head to:... http://ow.ly/Dmuk50BgBsm See more

11.01.2022 2021 AIFST Summer School - Virtual Event The AIFST 2021 Summer school will be held on February 2 & 3 as a virtual event for all students. The theme is Finding your Fit in the Food Science World and aims to teach students about the different stages of food production as well as provide tips for seeking jobs in the industry and more. To register, head to: http://ow.ly/z1kK50CilsU

10.01.2022 WA EVENT - 24th November 2020 HIGH PRESSURE PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY: AN INDUSTRY INSIGHT Join you WA colleagues for this face-to-face event. To register, or get more information, go to: http://ow.ly/A2Gv50Cilkg

10.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology as a Career National Science Week is Australias annual celebration of science and technology and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Australian scientists to the world of knowledge. It also aims to encourage an interest in science pursuits among the general public, and to encourage younger people to be fascinated by the world we live in. National Science Week is an opportunity for everyone to talk science, see sc...ience and do science. This year, National Science Week will take place from 15th-23rd August and during this week, AIFST will be turning the spotlight onto Food Science & Technology as a career with a series of webinars from our members and their career journeys. Visit our website to find out more: http://ow.ly/CVO350AQ5Ji Join the conversation what is great about a career in food science and technology? Share your thoughts with us.

10.01.2022 Webinar - Wednesday 16th September Codex HACCP Refreshed 2020 Codex HACCP is being refreshed and is ready for sign-off by the Codex Alimentarius Commission. As there will be significant changes in the new edition, join Andreas Klieber to find out about what this means for you and your business and how you can be ready for Codex HACCP 2020. To register, go to:... http://ow.ly/CiP350Bd6tb See more

10.01.2022 Engaging a food science & technology consultant has benefits AIFST has a Consultant Register of our members who are prepared to act as consultants or provide other technical services for those seeking paid technical advice or consultancy services. Visit our website to find out more about the benefits and to access our register: http://ow.ly/Jcxi50AWbp2

09.01.2022 Celebrating Australian Food and Agribusiness Innovations - 5th edition released The latest edition of this book from FIAL highlights the incredible work Australias food clusters are doing to support the industry to innovate. View product and packaging innovations from over 40 Australian businesses and learn more about some of Australias most successful food clusters. Access the book online at: http://ow.ly/re0K50AMYpB

05.01.2022 Great article from Cathy Foley - a call to action - "Invest now to prepare for the future.Expertise doesnt grow overnight. Australias response to COVID-19 has been led by scientists we invested in decades ago. To face the challenges of the future, we need to invest today in the people who will be the leaders of tomorrow."

05.01.2022 Technical Webinar: Tuesday 1st December SQF EDITION 9 - UPDATE SQF Code Edition 9 has been released and will come into effect for audits beginning on May 24, 2021. Edition 9 is designed to help certified sites’ practitioners meet and exceed all industry, customer, and regulatory requirements so they can remain competitive across sectors. Join this webinar to hear from Bill McBride, a forty-year veteran of the food industry with experience in food industry change management, f...ood safety certification, quality assurance, international food standards, GFSI, training, consulting, and auditing. To register, head to: https://www.aifst.asn.au/event-4043201 See more

05.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology as a Career and the future of food science - WEBINAR SERIES AIFST is celebrating National Science week with a series of webinars hear from a range of food industry professionals about their food science journey and the future of food science. Join Deon Mahoney and Lisa Szabo on Monday August 17 as we kick off National Science Weeks annual celebration of science and technology.... Deon will talk about What food science and technology bring to our future and how can we contribute? Deon is Head of Food Safety at PMA A-NZ providing high level technical guidance and support to the fresh produce industry with the goal of ensuring the safety and suitability of products. Lisa will join Deon to talk about her food science career journey and the future of food science. Lisa is the CEO of the NSW Food Authority and was awarded the AIFST Presidents Award in July 2020. To register - visit our website: http://ow.ly/tnlh50AUwWT Join the conversation what is great about a career in food science and technology? Share your thoughts with us.

04.01.2022 Science Will Solve This - Satellite Selfie As part of National Science Week, The Australian Academy of Science created a message that could be seen from space to highlight the important role of scientists as the world navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. The message symbolises the Academys commitment to supporting the nation by providing the latest evidence from experts on COVID-19. http://ow.ly/Q3Wj50Bddwc

03.01.2022 Food Safety Week - free webinar To mark Food Safety Week 2020, PMA and AIFST hosted a free webinar on Tuesday November 17th. Dr Julian Cox and Dr Robyn McConchie explored approaches and strategies for improving food handling behaviours and safety culture.... To finish off this week, we are sharing the recording of this webinar: http://ow.ly/aDke50CpQbv

03.01.2022 ILSI Virtual Conference - 28th October 2020 Whole Genome Sequencing for Better Public Health and Food Safety Outcomes - Session 1 Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) is becoming an essential tool in public health and food safety whether used for precision identification of virulent pathogens and food microbial contaminants, understanding genetic changes in pathogens, forensic tracing of public health incidents and food borne illness outbreaks, or developing preventive strategies. ...This conference, run over 2 consecutive afternoon sessions, considers the key question - How can this powerful technology further protect public health and address food safety concerns in the 21st century? You will hear from leading scientists using WGS daily, in their research and development work. Practitioners will present case studies showing how these evolving technologies can be productively used by industry to inform food safety practice and mitigate food safety risks to protect public health. To register, go to: http://ow.ly/EdL850Bgyyj See more

02.01.2022 Careers Webinar: Friday 18th September CAREER PATHS IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY In this career webinar, students will be introduced to two areas in the food industry: Product development and Sensory & Consumer Science. Students will also be given a chance to ask any burning questions they may have through an interactive Q&A with our guest speakers, Suz Allen & Cassandra Budd. To register, go to: http://ow.ly/sl6d50Bph8U

01.01.2022 Celebrating Food Science & Technology AIFST is celebrating National Science week with a series of webinars hear from a range of food industry professionals about their food science journey and the future of food science. http://ow.ly/7QkX50B0Unm... Visit our website for more information.

01.01.2022 Falling Walls Lab Australia 2020 On 8 September 2020, the Australian Academy of Science will host the fifth Falling Walls Lab Australia virtually. Selected participants for this Lab will give a three-minute presentation on their research work, business model or unique initiative to a broad audience from science and industry, including a jury of distinguished academics and businesspeople who will select the most innovative and promising idea as the winner of Falling Walls Lab ...2020 to represent Australia. The winner of the local Falling Walls Lab will have their pitch video shared on the Falling Walls social platforms. From these videos, a panel of judges will select 10 finalists who will take part in the international digital live event on 4 November 2020. To find our more or register to attend the virtual Australian Lab, go to: http://ow.ly/C4dv50Bd6RK See more

01.01.2022 Mr Duncan McDonald appointed as President and Chair of the AIFST Board Congratulations to Duncan McDonald on his appointment to the position of AIFST President and Chair of the Board. Duncan has been a member of the AIFST since 1980 when at the time Associate Professor Ken Buckle introduced him to the importance and value of being a student member. Since that time Duncan has been an active member, participating in a number of activities including, Chairing the organizing committee of the 2011 Conference. https://www.aifst.asn.au/AIFST-Governance