IFIS Publishing

IFIS Publishing Not-for-profit publisher and educational charity in the sciences of food and health.

We produce databases and resources to help researchers and students find relevant, reliable scientific literature for their studies, academic research, industry R&D etc Based in Reading (UK), IFIS is a not-for-profit academic publishing organisation with an ongoing commitment to:

- Supporting those studying and working in the sciences of food and health by making it easier to find industry-specif

ic information that can be trusted.
- Preserving integrity and accuracy in the fields of food and beverages.
- Furthering learning and development in the sciences of food and health across the world, especially in areas where access to our resources may be limited. IFIS' information search tools include:
- FSTA - the leading database for research in food and nutrition sciences, available through EBSCO, Ovid and Web of Science
- FSTA with Full Text - the leading database for research in food and nutrition sciences, available exclusively through EBSCO
- IFIS Collections - a tool for food industry researchers to find reliable, relevant information fast. Options include a bespoke collection and twelve sector-specific collections, including Dairy, Proteins and Food Safety

03/09/2026

What is FSTA, and how can it support food research?

FSTA is an expertly curated database of global food, health and nutrition research. It helps researchers, students and food professionals find trusted scientific literature on topics including food safety, nutrition, sustainability and food innovation.

Whether you’re developing new products, investigating food safety or researching sustainable solutions, FSTA provides fast, focused access to the evidence you need.

From the laboratory to real-world application, FSTA helps you discover the science behind progress in food and nutrition.

🔎 Explore FSTA today: https://hubs.li/Q04tkwwz0

01/09/2026

Education is fundamental to the future of food science 🎓🔬. Students must learn not only scientific concepts, but also how to engage critically with research literature and apply evidence in practice 📖💡

Academic institutions around the world use FSTA to support teaching, coursework, and student research projects 🌍🏫. By providing access to authoritative food science literature, FSTA helps students develop strong information literacy skills and a deeper understanding of the discipline 📚✅.

Investing in education today supports innovation and progress tomorrow

🚀🌱. Explore how FSTA can empower your students' learning journey: https://hubs.li/Q04tk7nb0

How do you know if a study is actually trustworthy? 🤔Not every published paper is equal. Critical appraisal is the skill...
27/08/2026

How do you know if a study is actually trustworthy? 🤔
Not every published paper is equal. Critical appraisal is the skill that helps researchers weigh a study's strengths and limitations — from methodology and data analysis to sample size, statistical rigour and reporting clarity.
Our latest Research Skills article breaks down how a systematic, objective approach to appraisal leads to findings that are reliable, credible and relevant: https://hubs.li/Q04vlj980

26/08/2026

🐶 Happy !

What can we learn from research into canine health and nutrition?

A recent study explored the potential effects of resveratrol supplementation in kennel dogs experiencing chronic stress, looking at oxidative stress and related biological markers.

The findings highlight how research into antioxidants and bioactive compounds could help us better understand the relationship between diet, stress and health.

🔎 And this is just one study.

📖 Read the study: https://hubs.li/Q04tk4XZ0

With FSTA, you can explore a wealth of research covering antioxidants, bioactive compounds, nutrition, animal science and more.

🐾 Discover the research behind the science with FSTA: https://hubs.li/Q04tk3Kd0

24/08/2026

🐶 Ahead of , we’re exploring what nutrition can tell us about canine health.

To mark the occasion, we’re sharing some fascinating research into dogs, nutrition and health.

A recent study investigated the effects of a quercetin-enriched pancreatic diet in dogs. Using metabolomics, the researchers explored changes in metabolic pathways linked to fatty acid, amino acid and bile acid metabolism.

The study offers an example of how food science research can help us better understand the relationship between diet, metabolism and animal health. These findings represent one study and should not be interpreted as evidence that quercetin is a general treatment for canine health conditions.

📖 Read the research: Exploring the effects of a quercetin-added pancreatic diet https://hubs.li/Q04tk6qW0

🔎 Explore the wider research with FSTA: Discover FSTA https://hubs.li/Q04tk51Z0

19/08/2026

📚 What happens when two research studies disagree?

Conflicting findings don't necessarily mean that one study is wrong.

Differences in study design, populations, methods, sample sizes or conditions can produce different results.
Instead of asking:

"Which study should I believe?"

It can be more useful to ask:

"Why might these studies have reached different conclusions?"

Understanding conflicting evidence is an important part of critical thinking in science

Conflicting findings in your research? Search the food science literature with FSTA Today - https://hubs.li/Q04t9WzL0

What happens before a research paper is published?A published paper is the end result, not the beginning.Behind every pi...
17/08/2026

What happens before a research paper is published?

A published paper is the end result, not the beginning.

Behind every piece of research is a process that can involve:

Question → Hypothesis → Method → Data → Analysis → Findings → Publication

Each stage plays a role in turning an idea into evidence.

Understanding that process can help us become better at both conducting and evaluating research.

Which stage do you think has the biggest impact on research quality?

12/08/2026

💭 Myth: More search results mean a better literature search.

Not necessarily...

Thousands of results might look impressive, but if most aren't relevant, you'll spend valuable time filtering instead of reading.

A strong literature search isn't about finding more papers.

It's about finding the right papers.

That's why search strategies, subject indexing and specialist databases play such an important role in evidence-based research.

🎯 Precision is just as valuable as breadth.

Discover how FSTA helps researchers find trusted food science and technology literature faster: https://hubs.li/Q04sM1xt0

💬 What's your biggest challenge when searching the scientific literature?

07/08/2026

Discovery doesn’t happen by accident.
It happens when the right insight is within reach.

FSTA is more than a database. It’s a powerful discovery tool built to connect researchers, innovators, and decision-makers with the knowledge that drives progress.

From emerging trends to deep scientific research, FSTA brings clarity to complexity, surfacing the evidence, data, and insights that move ideas forward.

Because breakthrough thinking starts with better information.

If you’re serious about innovation, research, and shaping what’s next. Start with the source that powers discovery.

👉 FSTA. Your Partner in Discovery. Find out more here - https://bit.ly/4wMjgnY

06/08/2026

Quality research starts with critical questions. 🔍
Critical appraisal helps researchers assess a study’s methodology, data collection, analysis, strengths and limitations—supporting findings that are valid, robust and credible.
Read our latest blog post to explore how a systematic and objective approach can help achieve quality research: Achieving Quality Research via the Critical Appraisal Stage
https://bit.ly/4xq8u6J

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