Food Science & Technology (FST)

Section Information

Food Science and Technology focuses on the study of food composition, processing, safety, quality, and preservation. The field integrates chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and nutrition to improve food production systems and ensure safe, nutritious, and sustainable food supplies.

Current research includes food processing technologies, food safety management, functional foods, packaging innovations, sensory analysis, and sustainable food systems. Advances in biotechnology, nanotechnology, automation, and data analytics are improving efficiency, traceability, and product quality across the food industry.

This section publishes experimental studies, product development research, processing optimization analyses, safety assessments, and review articles related to food science and technological innovation.

Scope

Food Chemistry and Composition

• Analysis of nutrients and bioactive compounds
• Food additives and functional ingredients
• Chemical changes during processing and storage
• Flavor and aroma chemistry

Food Microbiology and Safety

• Foodborne pathogens and contamination control
• Hygiene and sanitation systems
• Hazard analysis and critical control points
• Rapid detection and diagnostic methods

Food Processing and Preservation

• Thermal and non-thermal processing methods
• Drying, freezing, and fermentation technologies
• Packaging and shelf-life extension
• Process optimization and automation

Functional Foods and Nutrition

• Development of fortified and enriched foods
• Probiotics and prebiotics
• Health-promoting food ingredients
• Nutrition-based product formulation

Food Engineering and Equipment

• Design of food processing equipment
• Process modeling and simulation
• Energy efficiency in food production
• Automation and smart manufacturing

Sensory Science and Consumer Studies

• Sensory evaluation techniques
• Consumer behavior and preference analysis
• Product quality assessment
• Market-driven product development

Sustainable Food Systems

• Food waste reduction strategies
• Alternative proteins and novel foods
• Sustainable packaging materials
• Environmental impact assessment of food production

Editorial Board

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Papers Published

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