Sustainability in Food Science and Engineering Practices
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2027 | Viewed by 721
Special Issue Editor
Interests: food chemistry; food biochemistry; food science; food analysis; antioxidants; antioxidant activity; phytochemicals; food science and technology; food and nutrition; food processing; grapevine; grapes; grape pomace; wine
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Food science and technology stand as fundamental drivers for achieving sustainable food systems. This Special Issue calls for research that leverages scientific innovation and technological advancement to transform how we produce, process, and consume food. We seek contributions that demonstrate how food chemistry, biochemistry, and processing technologies can address the challenges of sustainability across the entire food chain.
This Special Issue welcomes the submission of studies focused on cutting-edge food science applications, including novel extraction and utilization of phytochemicals and antioxidants, the development of sustainable processing methods that conserve resources, and advanced analytical techniques for assessing environmental impact. We particularly encourage the submission of research exploring the valorization of byproducts through food technology, enhancement of nutritional quality with minimal ecological footprint, and integration of emerging scientific methods with circular economy principles.
By emphasizing food science and technology as core enablers, this Special Issue aims to showcase how laboratory breakthroughs translate into practical solutions for sustainable food production. Contributions should highlight scientific innovation, technological feasibility, and measurable sustainability outcomes. We invite interdisciplinary research that connects fundamental food science with engineering implementation, offering actionable insights for industry, academia, and policymakers working toward resilient, nutritious, and environmentally responsible food systems that meet future global demands.
You may choose our Joint Special Issue in Sustainability.
Dr. Veronica Sanda Chedea
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Foods is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2900 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- food chemistry
- sustainable food processing
- food science and technology
- green food
- food waste valorizations
- food and nutrition
- food analysis
- lifecycle assessment
- circular economy
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