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IFST PFSG Intermediate Certificate in Sensory Science, 13-16 September 2010

  • 13 Sep 2010, Campden BRI

  • The aim of the workshop is to give delegates a thorough overview of food sensory evaluation. It is aimed at those who are either new to sensory science or wish to develop their existing skills to maximise the use of this discipline within their working environment.

IFST South Eastern Branch Visit to Leatherhead Food Research

  • 15 Sep 2010, Leatherhead Food Research, Randalls Road, Leatherhead

  • Including: * Introduction to Leatherhead Food Research * Tour of the extensive facilities to give an overview of Leatherhead's support to the food industry * Discussion including developments

IFST PFSG Foundation Certificate in Sensory Science

  • 05 Oct 2010, Campden BRI

  • The course is aimed at delegates who have little formal experience of sensory science and wish to understand the basic principles involved in using sensory evaluation effectively in the workplace to meet their own objectives.

Food Manufacture: Emerging Food Safety Issues 2010

  • 05 Oct 2010, De Vere Venues West One, London

  • This one-day conference will feature a strong science-led programme focusing on all the technical, financial and future implications food safety may hold for your company.

Reducing Water Costs in the Food Industry

  • 07 Oct 2010, Institution of Mechanical Engineers, 1 Birdcage Walk, London, SW1H 9JJ

  • Rising utility costs and the need for greater sustainability of resources have focused the food industry's demands of the water industry. This one-day seminar will examine the challenges facing the food and water industries, as the food industry seeks to become more sustainable with its use of water.

IFST PFSG Lunchtime Discussion Forum on Cluster Analysis

  • 13 Oct 2010, Nottingham University (Sutton Bonnington Campus)

  • Further details will be available soon.

South Eastern Branch AGM & Lecture: The Role of Science in Food Safety and Healthy Eating

  • 21 Oct 2010, Food Standards Agency, Aviation House, 125 Kingsway, London WC2B 6NH

  • We have been very fortunate to have Andrew Wadge's support for this function, together with his agreement to present the main lecture. As the FSA's Chief Scientist, he will have plenty to say……….. AGM (Members only) at 6 pm. Lecture follows at 6.45pm. Buffet at 7.45

Meat and poultry: latest developments

  • 21 Oct 2010, Campden BRI

  • As part of a review of latest developments in key areas, this seminar will highlight: • Legislative hot topics • Challenges facing the white meat industry • Halal slaughter • Meat quality prediction • Sustainability

IFST PFSG Foundation Certificate in Sensory Principles

  • 02 Nov 2010, Leatherhead Food Research

  • Covers the underlying principles of sensory analysis, the human senses, panel screening and training, and best-practice product sampling procedures. Accredited by the Institute of Food Science & Technology.