Food scientists are responding to these nutritional and safety concerns in a variety of ways, including increased attention to food interactions and bioavailability of nutrients, improved analytical and detection methods, and research and education in food safety. Biotechnology is a growing area. See Priorities Table . FDA In general, confrence proceedings are a low priority as the information is no longer new. Monographs with separately authored chapters are of critical importance.
Trade journals are very useful for career development purposes.
Undergraduates need solid reference books and upper division textbooks. ACS Symposia on Food Chemistry are useful. 4.2 Format 4.3 Geographical guidelines U.S., Canada, European Community, Australia, New Zealand, Japan. The weekly publications from CRC Press on food labeling, chemical news and food safety are still useful but expensive. Individual department members may offer to donate their personal subscriptions.