Events

IAFNS at IFT FIRST

IAFNS at the Society for Prevention Research Meeting: Science-Based Principles for Food Classification Focused on Processing and Formulation – to Support Public Health

IAFNS at Food Policy Impact

This event, organized by the Washington, DC section of the Institute of Food Technologists will include discussions around the latest policy updates directly from federal representatives. A presentation will also be given on the IAFNS-supported Food Additive Lens phone app. 

Highly Processed Foods: Landscape and Implications

Harnessing Technology to Advance Food Innovation and Safety

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.

2026 Food Classification Research Roundtable: Processing, Formulation and Nutrition

Controversy continues around classifying foods based on variable criteria that incorporate some degree of food processing and characteristics related to food formulation. Processed foods are in the news, on social media, and debated across the globe. Health-related characteristics of processed foods continue to dominate discussions from consumers to policy makers.

But the science landscape is not stagnant. Research is continuing. This event provided an updated view of the scientific landscape on processed foods and connect attendees with research consortia that are working to advance science and benefit public health. With science and evidence, all stakeholders can continue to revise and strengthen their approach.

About the Research Roundtable

Learn about the Food Classification Research Roundtable - including presenters.

FAQs

Do you have questions?
Answers to frequently asked questions here!

Sharing Our Science

Highlights the work of the IAFNS Working Group on Food Classification.

UPDATE Project Expert Workshop

IAFNS at Chicagoland Food & Beverage Network

IAFNS at APHA in Washington DC

Publications

Guiding Principles for Science-Based Food Classification Systems Focused on Processing and Formulation