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
Personalizing the Dietary Guidelines for Americans for your Clients through Science and Application
June 3, 2026
Virtual, Event
The purpose of the webinar is to help Registered Dietitians and other health professionals translate existing U.S. diet policy into practical advice and applications, addressing questions about how to start with protein as the foundation of a healthful diet while managing saturated fat as the basis for translating guidance into food choices and diet patterns.
Cleaning in Low-Moisture Food Facilities and Practical Applications of a Novel Dry Cleaning and Sanitation Agent
June 16, 2026
Virtual, Event
Dry or low-moisture foods, whether a pet’s kibble or a child’s snack, may feel safe, but they still retain the potential for serious microbial risks. This webinar will include an overview of best practices for cleaning in low-moisture food production facilities as well as the application of a novel, evaporative, low-moisture, and antimicrobial liquid.
2026 IAFNS Annual Meeting
June 24, 2026 – June 25, 2026
Washington DC, National Press Club
The 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.
- 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
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Hotel and Travel
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Agenda and Speaker Bio
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Advancing Science
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Prebiotic Fiber Specificity for Predictable Microbiome Modulation
February 6, 2026
Virtual, Event
In this webinar, experts presented recent insights on prebiotic fiber specificity for predictable microbiota modulation, and how future standardization of fiber characteristics can facilitate targeted research to better inform consumer health.
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The ‘Turing Test’ to Reduce Bots and Fraud When Using Online Data Collection Approaches in Nutrition
February 4, 2026
Virtual, Event
There are new risks with online data collection, such as bots and fraudulent actors and better understanding and managing novel risks is critical to ensuring data quality.
From Algorithm to Aisle: AI in Food R&D, Claims, and Consumer Interfaces
January 27, 2026
Virtual, Event
Across R&D, safety, logistics, and retail, AI is used for multi-omic ingredient discovery, formulation and process optimization, traceability, and dynamic pricing. This invitation-only webinar explored these and other capabilities.
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Role of Hazard Assessments in Risk-Based Testing
January 21, 2026
Virtual, Event
This webinar highlighted why “Certificate of Analysis-driven” testing without hazard justification can mislead decision-making, and provided practical steps for linking hazard analysis, microbiological criteria, and testing strategies into a robust verification system. The event was co-sponsored by IAFNS and IAFP.
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Food Safety Virtual Office Hours
January 20, 2026
Virutal , Event
This Food Safety Virtual Office Hour session explored how to navigate evolving consumer expectations around food science. The discussion examined how trends, such as ingredient transparency, chemical contamination, wellness and risk fatigue, balance with the challenges of communicating scientific trade-offs effectively. Attendees gained practical insights on how to maintain public trust.