IFST Research Poster Competition: Autumn Conference 2024 (AC24)

Showcase Your Research at the IFST Autumn Conference

Are you passionate about food science and technology? Do you have research that you’re eager to share with the world? Here’s your chance to shine!

The Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) is delighted to announce our 2024 Poster Competition, where winners will showcase their posters at the IFST Autumn Conference 2024. We invite all students, researchers, and professionals in the field to submit their research posters for a chance to be showcased at our event.

Click here to see the IFST guide on Preparing Oral and Poster Presentations for Conferences.

Why Participate?

  • Gain Recognition: Have your research recognised by leading experts in food science and technology.
  • Network: Connect with peers, industry leaders, and potential collaborators.
  • Feedback: Receive valuable feedback and insights from experienced professionals.
  • Inspire: Contribute to the advancement of food science by sharing your work with a broader audience.

Each submitted entry should include the following:

  1. An academic research poster, containing academic references. 
  2. An abstract
  3. A separate bibliography

It is recommended to format the poster on one slide in PowerPoint. Please edit the slide’s size in the Design tab, clicking on Slide Size, then Custom Slide Size: it is recommended to select A3, ensuring that width and height measurements are 26.67cm and 35.56cm. Your poster can be landscape or portrait orientation. Please ensure that any images or figures included on your poster are cited if they are taken from other sources, and have brief explanatory captions. Once you have finished your poster in PowerPoint, export/save the file as a PDF before submitting. The bibliography should also be submitted as a PDF.

You must submit your entry before 5pm on Monday 2 September 2024. 

Please click here for the online form to submit your abstract, poster, and bibliography. 

Please note, applicants whose posters are selected for presentation at AC24 will be required to register for a conference ticket - we can offer a reduced rate for those selected. IFST is not able to cover travel costs to and from Leeds for this competition. The competition will select posters to be presented at AC24; there will be no overall winner. Should you have any questions, please contact info@ifst.org.