Food Improved by Research, Science and Technology (FIRST) Annual Event and Expo

McCormick Place Convention Center
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616

Chicago, IL

  • Agroecosystems
  • Panel Discussion

Hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists, FIRST brought together researchers, scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs from across the global food value chain to discuss scientific solutions in presentations and panels focused on transformative innovation.

At the event, FFAR Scientific Program Director Dr. LaKisha Odom gave an introductory presentation on FFAR, including an overview of the 2024-2028 Research Strategy, the Scientific Workforce Development (SWD) Strategy and FFAR’s efforts within SWD.

Learn More about the FIRST Event and Expo

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