The Scientific Leadership Council is guided by academic advisors, government liaisons, and at-large representatives of contributing companies. The Council plays an important role in defining scientific programming, evaluating emerging science proposals, and reviewing applications for internships and fellowships.
The Scientific Leadership Council leads the effort in organizing the Annual Meeting science program by identifying topic areas for approval by the Board of Trustees. The Council also serves to identify, coordinate and prioritize emerging science topics. Additionally, the Scientific Leadership Council reviews applications for select internship or fellowship opportunities such as our Summer Research Opportunity Fellowship program.
Through collaboration, the Scientific Leadership Council provides the organization with key insights to respond with agility, transparency, and rigor to food safety and nutritional science challenges across the food and beverage ecosystem.
