November 8th, 2024
The IFANCA-FDIP Symposium on Alternative Proteins, held by Texas A&M’s Food Science Department on October 30, 2024, was a tremendous success. Over 60 attendees—including students, faculty, and industry experts—delved into the future of alternative protein sources through insightful presentations, engaging discussions, and a thought-provoking student research poster session. For more details please click HERE
September 19th, 2024
The Food Science & Technology Department kicked off the 2024-25 academic year in style with its inaugural Welcome Bash on Friday, September 13th at The Gardens Pavilion! New and returning Food Science students gathered for a fun-filled evening, where they enjoyed complimentary FSTC merchandise like cool T-shirts and mingled in a laid-back atmosphere. The excitement… Read More →
September 19th, 2024
Will lead department in mission to meet needs of students and industry stakeholders David Baltensperger, Ph.D., professor and head of the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, has also been appointed interim head of the college’s Department of Food Science and Technology. He will continue the department’s… Read More →
September 19th, 2024
As a Texas A&M Corpus Christi senior majoring in chemistry and minoring in math, Sofia Lara-Ramos chose a final project related to food science, focusing on milk proteins in processed foods. This project sparked her interest in Food Chemistry, leading her to discover the Department of Food Science and Technology at Texas A&M in College… Read More →
September 17th, 2024
FSTC’s Cyprian Syeunda, receives the 2024 Excellence in Leadership Award for Graduate Students. The Excellence in Leadership Award recognizes two student members of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), one undergraduate and one graduate student, who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in their execution of student activities that furthers the mission of IFT. The award will… Read More →
September 11th, 2024
The Food Science Club at Texas A&M University is open to all undergraduate or graduate students who are interested in a career in any aspect of the food industry. The club offers activities that will encourage networking, leadership, and educate members on the principles of food science. A warm welcome to the 2024-2025 OFFICERS! President:… Read More →
August 13th, 2024
For more information about the Coffee Processing and Quality Certificate offered by the Food Science Department click HERE!
June 28th, 2024
UPDATE: The TAMU Food Science Department Reception in Chicago on July 15, 2024, sponsored by IFANCA, was a resounding success. The event saw a great turnout, including students, alumni, faculty, and industry members. Dr. Awika, the FSTC Department Head, warmly welcomed everyone, providing a brief update on the department’s progress and announcing his own departure… Read More →
June 17th, 2024
Dr. Suresh Pillai to be honored as 2024 IFT Fellow on Sunday July 14th at the Awards Celebration Ceremony & Reception from 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm – IFT FIRST Theater The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Fellow designation is a prestigious recognition conferred upon an IFT member in acknowledgment of their outstanding career achievements,… Read More →
May 28th, 2024
Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed Suresh Pillai, Ph.D., professor in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Food Science and Technology and director of the National Center for Electron Beam Research, NCEBR, to the Texas Radiation Advisory Board. For more details, read the AgriLife Today story by Paul Schattenberg HERE.
