We want to hear from you! What are the most important questions or topics facing the science of food that our community must discuss and/or debate? Share your ideas to help guide the Scientific Program for IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo in 2025 by inspiring session proposals that address the most pressing needs and challenges in the food and beverage profession. 

Why Participate? 
Your input is crucial in helping IFT design the 2025 Call for Proposals so future educational sessions are practical, innovative, and aligned with the needs of our global community. From newcomers to seasoned professionals in the field, we value the unique perspective you bring.
 
Why It Matters: 
By sharing your thoughts, you’re helping us create a program that provides the forward-thinking knowledge and learning experiences our audience needs. Your questions and topics will be reviewed by the Annual Meeting Scientific Program Advisory Panel (AMSPAP) and incorporated into the 2025 Call for Proposals.

Submission Timeline:

• September 23, 2024: Deadline for Question Submissions
• October 2024: Call for Proposals and Call for Abstracts Opens
• December 2024: Call for Proposals Closes
• January 2025: Call for Abstracts Closes
• March 3, 2025: Submitters Notified
• July 13-16, 2025: IFT FIRST

If you have any questions regarding the Science FIRST program, email IFT staff at amsp@ift.org

How to Submit Your Question:
1. Think about the challenges you or your colleagues face in the global science of food community. 
2. Formulate a question or topic that you believe should be discussed at IFT FIRST. 
3. Submit your question below by September 23, 2024

Spread the Word! 
Encourage your friends and colleagues to submit their questions too. Together, we can shape a conference that truly meets the needs of our community.