IAFNS at Food Policy Impact
April 21, 2026 – April 22, 2026
Washington, DC, United States
Organized by the Washington, DC section of the Institute of Food Technologists, this panel will include discussions around the latest policy updates directly from federal representatives on food classification and food processing/formulation. It will also include a presentation on the IAFNS-supported Food Additive Lens phone app.
IAFNS at the Society for Prevention Research Meeting: Science-Based Principles for Food Classification Focused on Processing and Formulation – to Support Public Health
May 26, 2026 – May 29, 2026
Washington DC, United States
This presentation at the Society for Prevention Research will cover how an independent writing team, supported by IAFNS, generated science-based Principles for classifying foods focused on processing and formulation. The talk will identify areas of consensus across stakeholders with disparate views to support evidence-based policy.
2026 IAFNS Annual Meeting
June 24, 2026 – June 25, 2026
Washington DC, National Press Club
he IAFNS 2026 Annual Summer Science Symposium will be held at The National Press Club (529 14th St NW, Washington, DC) – with an option for remote participation – on June 24 and June 25.
IAFNS at IFT FIRST
July 12, 2026 – July 15, 2026
Chicago, United States
IAFNS will present at the Scientific & Technical Forum at IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo in Chicago.
IAFNS at Advances in Food & Beverage Testing 2026
July 22, 2026 – July 23, 2026
Virtual, United States
IAFNS will be presenting at the “Advances in Food & Beverage Testing 2026” conference sponsored by Technology Networks on a new solvent for cleaning dry food processing equipment.
Read more about IAFNS at Advances in Food & Beverage Testing 2026
- The IAFNS Annual Summer Science Symposium is a unique gathering of scientific and regulatory experts.
The focus of all sessions is on science that supports credible decision making by government regulators, industry professionals, academic researchers and other stakeholders in the food and beverage ecosystem.
For more information, please contact am2026@iafns.org.
About the 2026 Annual Meeting
Learn about the 2026 Annual Meeting - including what to expect with this event as an attendee.
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Discounted registration available for public sector scientists and IAFNS members.Read More
Hotel and Travel
A block of hotel rooms (at a discount) is available. Reserve today!
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FAQs
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Agenda and Speaker Bio
Details on meeting agenda including sessions and presenters.
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Advancing Science
Learn about who IAFNS is and how we advance science that matters to the food and beverage ecosystem.
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Highly Processed Foods: Landscape and Implications
Highly Processed Foods: Landscape and Implications
April 22,10:00-11:00 am ET
This panel will examine the evolving landscape of ultra‑processed foods (UPFs) through three complementary lenses. The first segment will highlight current scientific research on UPFs, including emerging evidence on health impacts and classification challenges. The discussion will then shift to consumer insights, exploring public perceptions, purchasing behaviors, and communication gaps surrounding UPFs. The session will conclude with an overview of new non‑UPF certification efforts from leading organizations, outlining how these standards aim to guide industry reformulation and support clearer choices for consumers. Together, the panel will provide a comprehensive view of the science, sentiment, and solutions shaping the future of UPF policy and practice.
Speakers:
Alyssa Pike, RDN, IFIC
Nicholas Jury, PhD, NIH ONR
Marie Latulippe, MS, MBA, RDN, IAFNS
Kelly Burgess, MBA, RD, LD, Non-UPF Certified
Moderator: Lauren O Connor, PhD, MPH, Texas A&M Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Evidence Center
Harnessing Technology to Advance Food Innovation and Safety
Harnessing Technology to Advance Food Innovation and Safety
April 22, 3:00-4:00 pm ET.
Modern technology is actively reshaping how we ensure the safety of our supply chains, manufacture foods, and communicate nutrition information to stakeholders and consumers. This session begins with an overview of data-driven approaches to advance food safety and then transitions into a deeper look at advanced AI-driven platforms shaping food product development and consumer understanding. Discussion will include the Partnerships for Food Traceability's role in leading a pilot program to help industry implement the food traceability rule. The IAFNS-supported Food Additive Lens app will be presented as part of this program.
Speakers:
Eric Marshall, JD, Partnership for Food Traceability
Jay Gilbert, PhD, IFT
Yi Wang, PhD, University of Maryland
For more information about the 9 Guiding Principles and the work of the IAFNS Food Classification Working Group, click here.
For more information about the Food Safety Lens app on food additives, click here.
For more information about the event, click here.
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IAFNS at National Nutrient Databank Conference
April 13, 2026 – April 15, 2026
Washington, DC, United States
As a proud partner in the Partnership for Health: USDA Global Branded Food Products Database, IAFNS will join others in describing recent initiatives of the USDA Global Branded Food Products Database. In addition, a presentation on the Food Additive Lens App for the iPhone will be given at the upcoming National Nutrient Databank Conference.
Read more about IAFNS at National Nutrient Databank Conference
IAFNS at Safe Food California 2026 Conference
April 7, 2026 – April 9, 2026
Monterey CA, United States
IAFNS will be presenting at Safe Food California, the West Coast’s Premier Food Safety & Quality Conference.
Read more about IAFNS at Safe Food California 2026 Conference
Should I Recommend Foods with Unsaturated Fats? Part 2: Practical Application of Unsaturated Fats in Health-Promoting Dietary Patterns
April 2, 2026
Virtual, Event
There is an abundance of conflicting messages about the health impact of unsaturated fats and which foods to eat as well as limit. This webinar series is targeted to health professionals addressing patient and client questions.
Should I Recommend Foods with Unsaturated Fats? Part 1: The Scientific Basis for Eating Foods Rich in Unsaturated Fats
April 1, 2026
Virtual, Event
In the United States, attention and confusion about the role of unsaturated fat-containing foods in the diet is being fueled by debate among some prominent health decision-makers, along with a proliferation of misinformation from media influencers, particularly about polyunsaturated fats. This webinar aimed at practitioners will explore the issues underlying these conversations.
Gut Feeling: Toward Development of an AI Tool for Precision Dietary Carbohydrate Recommendations
March 19, 2026
Virtual , Event
This webinar provides evidence for individual response to carbohydrates and describe the effort to develop an AI tool for more precise prediction of this response.