The Institute for the Advancement of Food and Nutrition Sciences is a non-profit organization that catalyzes science for the benefit of public health.
We bring together scientists from government, academia, and industry to drive, fund and lead actionable food safety and nutrition research in support of public health.
Our collaborative and inclusive tripartite structure empowers members to bring forward diverse perspectives.

Spotlight
Low Moisture Foods and Survival of Pathogens
Food safety is an issue that concerns consumers, regulators, businesses and scientists.
Personalized Nutrition
Personalized nutrition (PN) approaches can help to change behaviors and positively influence health.
Digestive Health
Digestive health is second only to general wellbeing among consumers’ top health concerns.
Peanut Allergen
Food allergies affect a significant number of children and adults in the U.S. and Canada.
PFAS and Food Packaging
Tackling gaps in understanding the risks posed by PFAS in food and packaging.
By bringing together scientists from the public sector and the private sector – at all levels of the organization – we deliver science with impact. Together we can enable solutions that lead to positive change across the entire food and beverage ecosystem. Join us!
Check out IAFNS's process for identifying research needs, ensuring public health benefit and conducting research with Scientific Integrity.