The importance of research in the area of food cannot be underestimated. Two main issues come to mind, that of Nutrition and Health and the other that of Food Security. Read more...

We have a series of important recent discoveries and developments coming from our laboratory. These include an all-purpose shortening created solely from liquid vegetable oil. Read more...

A highly motivated and independent group of researchers are responsible for the novel and exciting research originating from our laboratory. Read more...

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The Department of Food Science offers diverse and highly rated educational programs, including a Distance Education Certificate, Short Courses in Dairy, Wheat, and Meat Processing, and of course Undergraduate and Graduate programs.