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Nitin named new Fellow of the International Academy of Food Science and Technology

Food Science and Technology

Congratulations to FST and BAE's Dr. Nitin Nitin, one of 27 new IUFoST Fellows for 2026!

13 April 2026 - The International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST) is proud to present the 15th class of outstanding food scientists and technologists to be elected to the International Academy of Food Science and Technology (IAFoST). These 27 new Fellows will be inducted by the Academy Executive Council, led by Professor Fereidoon Shahidi, IAFoST President, in October 2026 at the 23rd IUFoST World Food Congress to be held in Hong Kong.

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What is Gut Health?

Food Science and Technology
Beyond the Hype: Experts Agree on a Clear Meaning for the Term

Walk down the aisles of many grocery stores and you’re liable to see claims about products that are “good for gut health,” from yogurt and kombucha to supplements and even sodas. But despite its popularity, the phrase can mean different things to different people and lacks a shared scientific definition.

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Selina Wang Named Faculty Director of the UC Davis Olive Center

Food Science and Technology

For nearly 20 years, the Olive Center at the University of California, Davis, has worked to improve the olive and olive oil industry through research, education and outreach. The center, known for its work in sustainable olive growing and improving olive oil quality, has named chemist Selina Wang as its faculty director to guide the next phase of research and innovation for the state’s growing olive industry.

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Mills wins 2026 ISAPP Sanders Award for Advancing Biotic Science

Food Science and Technology

The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) board of directors is pleased to announce the selection of the winner of the 2026 Sanders Award for Advancing Biotic Science: Prof. David Mills, Ph.D., a Distinguished Professor and researcher at University of California, Davis, USA. Through his 30-year career in microbiology, Prof. Mills has been a leader in elucidating the genomics of lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria, and has worked diligently to translate scientific insights into practical applications.

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New UC Davis Research Center Will Help Central Valley Provide Food Sustainably

Food Science and Technology
The Resnick Center for Agricultural Innovation will explore the future of food 

UC Davis researchers have made important findings about farming in recent years, providing insight into how to grow almonds with less groundwater and fewer pesticides, among other discoveries. Now, agricultural research is about to get supercharged at the school, thanks to a $50 million donation from the co-owners of one of the biggest names in almonds, The Wonderful Company.

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Floundering to Food Science - My Journey and Advice for Undecided Majors

Food Science and Technology

Back in high school, I had no doubt that college was the next step. However, the pressure of choosing a major was colossal! It felt like choosing the rest of my life when asked to select a major. I knew I wanted to do something creative, but I didn’t want to throw away all of my hard-earned A’s in physics, chemistry, and biology. After switching the major option about a hundred times, I finally registered under Undecided - Fine Arts for UC Davis.

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