Professional food sensory scientist?

IFST provides its members with an interest in sensory with the opportunity to engage and share knowledge/interests with fellow members.

If you are a professional food sensory scientist, why not find our more about our Professional Food Sensory Group (PFSG) and how to join.

Annual Sensory conferences

The Professional Food Sensory Group (PFSG) organises an annual sensory conference.

2013:  >>>Fast Forward>>>, 13 May, Leatherhead Food Research.

Previous conference reviews:

2012: A Sense of Change

2011: Back to the Future

Lunchtime discussion workshops

The Professional Food Sensory Group (PFSG), hosts a number of lunchtime discussion workshops for their members throughout the year.

Next workshop:  october 2013, TBC

IFST members are able to download reports from the workshops.

Sensory Matters

The Professional Food Sensoy Group (PFSG) coordinates a quarterly e-newsletter "Sensory Matters", designed to keep members informed about the latest issues and interests in the world of food sensory. 

Awards/Bursaries

IFST offers up to £500 for travel to any conference/meeting with themes relating to food and consumer sensory science.

Online discussion forums

 See what's happening on our online discussion forum.  Please note that you must be an IFST member to access this forum.


Why not join our LinkedIn group

European Sensory Society

The Professional Food Sensory Group (PFSG) are members of the European Sensory Society (E3S). Read its latest news.

Sensory Training Accreditation

IFST offers accreditation of sensory training courses at both Foundation and Intermediate level.

Reports

Ethical and Professional Practices for the Sensory Analysis of Foods Guidelines