
POST OF THE MONTH: Sally MacGarry
PhD Student, Novel Methods of Sensory Analysis for Scotch Whisky, Napier University, Edinburgh, UK Email: sally.macgarry@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-macgarry-35264bb2/ I’ve always been interested in flavour, I learned to cook from a young age and would spend hours in the kitchen. I wasn’t initially drawn to science, instead I ended up in the hospitality industry as my […]
Read moreResearch Officer – Feast, Massey University, New Zealand
/Position Overview The Food Experience and Sensory Testing (Feast) lab in the School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences, Massey University, is seeking applicants to apply for a 1FTE 12-month fixed term position in Consumer & Sensory Science as a Research Officer in its exciting state-of-the-art laboratory. The successful applicant will work with researchers […]
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Sensory Science Global Group (SSGG) Workshop at Eurosense 2024
/“Challenges & Practical Solutions for Consumer Research Implementation across Global Cultures: Perspectives from regional Sensory Science Societies” Organised by: Paula Varela1, Carolina Chaya1, V. Coutiño2, H. de Kock3, R. Deliza4, J. Hort5, A. Gebre Mezgebe3, G. Liem5, R. Teratanavat2, L. Vidal4, K. Wilke2, M. Yaakwaah BlayAdjei3. 1European Sensory Science Society (E3S) 2Society of Sensory Professional […]
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Prof. Paula Varela-Tomasco was awarded with the E3S Established Researcher Award – 3rd Edition
/The European Sensory Science Society is proud to announce Prof. Paula Varela-Tomasco as the recipient of the E3S-ERA Established Researcher Award (3rd Edition – E3S-ERA 2024).The Awarding ceremony will take place at Eurosense 2024 in Dublin (Ireland). This award recognises the major influence of a European established researcher in Sensory Science who has made major […]
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New E3S Board 2024/2025
/As always in May, E3S organised its annual Symposium and General Assembly to take stock of the past year and set new goals for the year to come. During the general assembly, the board was also reviewed, saying goodbye to some trusted members and welcoming some new ones. Warm thanks to outgoing members: Betina Piqueras Fiszman, […]
Read morePost-doctoral position in cross-cultural Sensory & Consumer Science, Aarhus University, Denmark
/The Department of Food Science, Aarhus University, Denmark, invites applications for a 21-month Post doc position within cross-cultural Sensory & Consumer science. They are looking for a successful candidate with a strong research profile within Sensory & Consumer science who would like to work with a highly engaged and motivated staff in a dynamic working […]
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EuroSense 2024: A Sense of Global Culture
/11th Conference on Sensory and Consumer Research 8-11 September 2024 | Dublin, Ireland The European Sensory Science Society (E3S) and Sensory Food Network Ireland are delighted to invite you to the 11th European Conference on Sensory and Consumer Research ‘A Sense of Global Culture’. EuroSense 2024 will be held in Dublin, Ireland at the Royal Dublin […]
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IFST Autumn Conference 2024 (AC24) – Food Evolution: From Established Practices to the Future of Food
/14 – 15 October, 2024 | University of Leeds, UK Pre-Conference Dinner and Networking Event: 14 October 2024 Date: 14 October 2024 Time: 18:00 – 21:00 Venue: Crowne Plaza Leeds, Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 4DL Booking link: https://www.ifst.org/events/ac24-ifst-pre-conference-dinner-and-networking-event IFST warmly invites you to attend the event launch, in-person on the evening of 14 October 2024 […]
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Call for a new E3S Working Group: “Texture perception and oral processing”
/Paula Varela (NSN, Norway) and Amparo Tarrega (AEPAS, Spain) would like to propose a new E3S Working Group “Texture perception and oral processing” and are looking for interested participants: Background: Texture perception and oral processing play a significant role in food choices, healthy eating, and preferences. Texture is a key element in food choice and […]
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E3S Workshop at Eurosense 2024: “Food neophobia in Europe across the life course: an E3S collaborative study”
/Organised by the E3S Children and Taste Sensitivity Working Groups 9 September, 2024 | Dublin, Ireland Lead: Monica Laureati1, Sara Spinelli2, Caterina Dinnella2 1 Department of Food, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences DEFENS, University of Milan, Italy; E3S Children Working Group 2 Department of Agriculture, Food, Environmental and Forestry DAGRI, University of Florence, Italy; E3S Taste […]
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Article published by Taste Sensitivity WG: “Methods for fungiform papillae assessment: A collaborative study among European research units”
/Collaboration within the Taste Sensitivity WG resulted in the publication of a Short Communication on Food Quality and Preference. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodqual.2023.105076 Authors: Maria Piochi, University of Gastronomic Sciences, Italy Sara Spinelli, University of Florence, Italy Melania Melis, University of Cagliari, Italy Monica Laureati, University of Milan, Italy Emma Freeney, University College Dublin, Ireland Lisa Methven, University […]
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E3S Next Gen webinar: Building a career in Consumer and Sensory Insights
/12 July 2024, 12.00 CET | Online webinar Register here E3S Next Generation Group is excited to invite you to the third of the E3S Next Gen – 2024 Webinar Series! Consumer and sensory insights are critical for a successful innovation process. With companies investing more and more in putting the consumer at the heart […]
Read moreSensory Panel Manager/Coordinator (Cork, Ireland)
/Are you passionate about sensory analysis and panel management?Do you want to develop your career in an international company with a multicultural environment working with the biggest local and global organizations in FMCG? If so, SAM has the right opportunity for you! SAM is the leading international sensory and consumer research company specializing in food, […]
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EuroSense 2024 Photo Competition
/We are delighted to announce a new, exciting and fun competition for EuroSense2024 delegates! We want to explore your sense of global culture and share it with the rest of the EuroSense2024 community! To take part, it’s as simple as submitting a photograph taken by you of a food, a product or an eating environment, […]
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Claudia Rorandelli
/National sensory science society membership of the PhD candidate: Italy – Italian Sensory Science Society (SISS) Title of the thesis: Chemosensory alterations in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy: methodological aspects and risk factors for their development Supervisors: Sara Spinelli, University of Florence, Department of Agriculture, Food, Environment and Forestry, Italy Erminio Monteleone, University of Florence, Department […]
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Luiz Rogério Gonçalves Magalhães
National sensory science society membership of the PhD candidate: Italy – Italian Sensory Science Society (SISS) Title of the thesis: Innovazione tecnologica nello sviluppo di patè di fegato e dorso della rana toro (Aquarana castebeiana) con l’aggiunta di nutraceitici Supervisors: Eliana de Fatima Marques de Mesquita, Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF) Edi Piasentier, Università degli Studi […]
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Holly Giles
National sensory science society membership of the PhD candidate: United Kingdom – UK IFST Sensory Science Group Title of the thesis: WheyBetter: A fundamental approach to redesigning whey protein isolates to step change their oral performance, leading to protein fortified products that will enable muscle mass maintenance over lifecourse Supervisors: Lisa, Methven (University of Reading) […]
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POST OF THE MONTH: E3S Annual Symposium 2024
/The 12th E3S Annual Symposium recently convened in the picturesque city of Münster, Germany, hosted by the German Sensory Society. This gathering brought together leading experts, researchers, and aspiring students in the field of sensory science under the theme ‘The Future is Bright.’, Over two days, attendees delved into workshops, keynotes, discussions, and networking opportunities. […]
Read moreJob Position as Panel Leader, Münich, Hamburg
/Are you passionate about sensory analysis and panel management?Do you want to develop your career in an international company with a multicultural environment working with the biggest local and global organizations in FMCG? If so, SAM has the right opportunity for you! SAM is the leading international sensory and consumer research company specializing in food, […]
Read moreOpen position as Science Group Leader – Consumer & Product Insights – Plant & Food Research, New Zealand
/Consumer & Product Insights group at Plant & Food Research is a dynamic part of our Food Innovation portfolio. This group has a strong focus on quantifying sensory properties of foods and beverages, studying consumer responses to food systems and new technologies, and conducting future-focused research related to people, products, and the planet. This science leadership […]
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II International workshop on Sensometrics: Correspondence Analysis and Related Methods
/30 – 31 May, 2024 | Madrid, Spain Description Correspondence analysis (CA) has a special place in data science as it analyses data measured on categorical scales and results in visualizations that facilitate interpretation and understanding of multivariate categorical data. CA is primarily a method of unsupervised learning, that is it is designed to identify […]
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UNDERSTANDING CONSUMERS 2024 COURSE
/PREFERENCES, EXPECTATIONS, CONTEXTS, INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCES, EMOTIONS AND IMPLICIT METHODS + RLab 5th – 7th June, 2024 | Florence (Italy) The Italian Sensory Science Society is pleased to present the 8th renewed Edition of a 3-day synchronous course in sensory and consumer science, enriched by a R-lab optional module. The course will be taught in person […]
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12th E3S Annual Symposium 2024 – The Future is Bright
/6th – 7th May, 2024 in Müster, Germany The Germany Sensory Society is please to host the 12th E3S Annual Symposium, The Future is Bright – New Sensory Perspectives The conference will take place in Münster, which is a beautiful and historical city worth visiting. Programme overview Sunday 5th May 2024 16:00 Guided City Tour […]
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Smell and Taste 16
/27 – 28 September 2024 | Dresden, Germany Registration deadline: 10 September 2024 This course is an attempt to teach Smell and Taste in a most practical and interesting way, meaning that the meeting is not only defined by lectures, but through practical courses and demonstrations. In addition, the meeting is meant to provide a platform […]
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