The Intersection of Sustainability and Food Science Research
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 22 April 2026 | Viewed by 74
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Interests: postharvest physiology; biocontrol; plant physiology; food safety and nutrition; bioactive compounds; food technology
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Interests: natural antioxidants; functional and fortified foods; food Science; bioactive compounds, antimicrobial compounds; antidiabetic activity; food toxicology; food nutritional value
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce a Special Issue dedicated to “The Intersection of Sustainability and Food Science Research”. This Issue aims to explore the crucial role that food science plays in addressing global sustainability challenges, focusing on innovations, practices, and research that integrate environmental, economic, and social sustainability within the food system.
The purpose of this Special Issue is to bring together cutting-edge research that examines sustainable technologies, resource-efficient practices, and circular economy principles in food production, processing, and consumption. We invite authors to submit original contributions that discuss the intersection of food science and sustainability, including but not limited to sustainable agricultural practices, food waste reduction/valorization, eco-efficient food systems, and sustainable supply chains.
By contributing to this Issue, authors will have the opportunity to engage with a growing body of literature at the forefront of sustainable food systems, fostering a deeper understanding of how food science can both influence and be influenced by sustainability goals.
We encourage researchers from diverse disciplines to submit their work and join us in shaping the future of sustainable food systems.
Dr. Claudia Sánchez-Lara
Dr. Maria Paula Duarte
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- food technology
- by-products
- food ingredients
- up-cycling
- food science
- sustainable technologies
- food production
- eco-friendly food systems
- food security
- eco-efficient practices
- circular economy
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