food science students

First-year food science students at Pennsylvania State University have taken part in a product development competition, applying their studies to creating new food products. The event gives beginners early hands-on experience in the field, and the university highlighted the competition as an example of how its programme introduces students to real-world food innovation from the start of their degrees.

A Chicago educator is teaching science through food with support from Pilot Light, a local nonprofit founded by chefs that helps teachers weave food and cooking into classroom lessons. The Chicago Tribune profiled the approach, highlighting how everyday meals can illustrate concepts in science and connect students to where their food comes from.