Food Science and Biotechnology - Foodtech: Trends and Prospects for the Future of the Food Industry
CALL FOR PAPERS: Special Issue
■ Special issue editors
- Ji Yeon Kim (Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Korea)
- Wooki Kim (Kyung Hee University, Korea)
- Cheorun Jo (Seoul National University, Korea)
- Ki Won Lee (Seoul National University, Korea)
■ Special issue information
In this special issue, we unravel the cutting-edge intersections of FoodTech and food science, exploring transformative innovations redefining production, distribution, and consumption paradigms. We strongly encourage you to explore the journey through the forefront of the food industry with our special issue, focused on precision nutrition, AI-based food technology, upcycling of food waste, innovative food distribution and the burgeoning realm of alternative meat.
We are living in the era of emerging food technology that allows us to intricate landscape of precision nutrition, where personalized dietary approaches are reshaping how we view and consume food. The convergence of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence in food technology is explored, and shedding light on how these technologies optimize everything from production processes to consumer experiences. In addition to that, the heart of our exploration focuses on the disruptive rise of alternative meat, in that the technological innovations driving this paradigm shift, from lab-grown meats to plant-based alternatives, and their implications for sustainable food production. Beyond their impact on industry dynamics, we critically examine the social and environmental dimensions of these alternatives. Concurrently, our focus extends to food waste upcycling technologies, championing resource recovery and circular economy principles. Expanding the depth of our discussions promote disruptive models in food distribution leverage blockchain-enhanced traceability and direct-to-consumer digital platforms, fostering transparency and consumer engagement.
Our special issue acts as a link between academia and industry, fostering collaboration to drive innovation in precision nutrition, AI-based foodtech, and alternative meat production. By providing a thoughtful examination of current trends and potential future scenarios, we offer valuable insights for policymakers and industry leaders alike. Anticipated contributions of this special issue encompass the facilitation of information exchange, knowledge enhancement, and guidance for formulating strategic responses to the evolving landscape of the food industry.
This special issue is not just an exploration of technologies; it is a roadmap for navigating the transformative forces that will shape the future of the food industry. Join us in unraveling the Foodtech driving the next phase of food science.
This special issue covers following topics.
- Smart factory in the food manufacturing process
- Precision/personalized food and nutrition service
- Alternative meat/cultivated meat
- Food waste upcycling
- Innovative food distribution
- All the AI based food science and technology
■ Deadline for manuscript submissions: October 31, 2024
■ Planned number of publications: about 15 articles
■ Contact:
Special issue editor
Prof. Ji Yeon Kim (Seoul National University of Science and Technology, Korea), jiyeonk@seoultech.ac.kr