INFORM seminars
Fermentation is quietly solving plant protein’s flavor problem
Explore how fermentation is improving the taste and functionality of plant proteins in this INFORM Seminar featuring food science researcher Kavitha Laksmipathy.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Comprehensive Untargeted Lipidomics with Lipostar 2 – From Data to Insight
This webinar explores how LC-HRMS (liquid chromatography–high-resolution mass spectrometry) enables the identification and quantification of a broad range of lipid species without prior selection.
Career Resources, Webinars (On-Demand)
Career Choices between Industry and Academia
Two accomplished food science professionals reflect how their motivations, decisions, and challenges have shaped their careers—and how their work continues to influence the evolving field of food science.
Career Resources, Webinars (On-Demand)
Careers in Surfactants and Detergents: Exploring a Broad and Evolving Industry
This webinar will explore career paths in the surfactants and detergents industry—a field that spans many applications and sectors but does not follow a single, predictable route.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Food Lipidomics: New Trends and the EpiLipidNET Community
Learn about recent developments in analytics and structure for dietary lipids; critical role in health; and sustainable diets.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Dietary Proteins and Gut Microbiota
These talks explore the intricate relationship between dietary proteins and gut microbiota.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Pioneering Lipidomics: From Start-Up Ventures to Breakthrough Innovations
Professor Kai Simons shares his journey from founding successful biotech start-ups to leading groundbreaking research.
Webinars (On-Demand)
How Some Food Makes Us Fat: Causes, Consequences, Solutions
This webinar explores the effects of a poor diet on one’s metabolism, discuss how to monitor fat, and provide some practical tips to reduce the risk of negative health impacts.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Seed Oils: Understanding the Science
This webinar discusses seed oils and their relationship to human health and nutrition.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Sustainable Glycerol Valorization: Next-Generation Catalysts for Mild Reaction Conditions
This webinar explores how catalyst design and reaction conditions influence product selectivity and performance, while highlighting the evolution of liquid-phase glycerol oxidation technologies from traditional monometallic catalysts operating under elevated temperatures and oxygen pressures to next-generation bimetallic systems capable of operating under mild conditions using air as the oxidant.
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
Cleaner Cleaning: Lignin, a Bio-Circular Alternative to Petrochemical Polymers
Ross Ellis explores how lignosulfonates deliver dispersing, complexing, and solubilizing functionality while maintaining performance under challenging formulation conditions.
Masterclasses
How to Build a Successful Career in Industrial R&D
This masterclass will cover the basics of obtaining cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin from biomass (biobased feedstocks).
Masterclasses
Understanding Frying Oils and Their Applications
This masterclass will cover the basics of obtaining cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin from biomass (biobased feedstocks).
Webinars (On-Demand)
Policy Updates in the Oilseed Sector with Devin Mogler of NOPA
This webinar provides the latest information on key biofuels policies, including 45Z (Clean Fuel Production Credit) and Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs), and immediate trade challenges and opportunities.
Industry Trends, Webinars (On-Demand)
Surfactant Systems in Detergents: Historical Evolution and Modern Analytical Tools – On-Demand Webinar
This webinar explores the analytical breakthroughs and historical market trends driving modern surfactant technology.
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
Phospholipids in Nutrition—From Delivery Vehicle to Active Ingredient
Jochen Ziegler, Head of BU Nutrition at Lipoid GmbH, explores how phospholipids support nutrient delivery through liposomes and emulsions, why phospholipid purity matters in formulation performance, and the emerging science surrounding phosphatidylcholine (PC) in human health.
AOCS & Foundation Annual Financial Report 2025
For the year ending December 31, 2025 Combined Statement of Financial…
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
Discovering New Lipid Sources with Potential Health Benefits from Dietary Foods
Siddabasave Gowda, associate professor at Hokkaido University Faculty of Health Sciences, explores how advanced lipidomics and liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC–MS) are helping researchers identify novel lipid species in dietary foods.
AOCS 2025 State of the Society
This content is an exclusive benefit for Society members. If you’re a…
Lipid Library
Triglyceride Property Calculator (TPC)
The Triglyceride Property Calculator (TPC) uses various empirical models to predict melting…
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
Eco-Extraction for Oilseeds: From Alternative to Industrial Reality
Julie Ducreux, Technical Manager at Ecoxtract, explores the development and industrial validation of 2-methyloxolane (2-MeOx), a biobased solvent used in oilseed extraction. Drawing from semi-industrial trials and pilot campaigns, she shares how this approach compares to conventional hexane extraction across yield, product quality, and operational performance.
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
LLMs and Nutrition: Building Reliable Health Information
Samantha Huey discusses her article “LLM for health information.” She examines how generative AI can surface unreliable or misleading health advice, the process of building models from trusted nutrition data, and the development of a chatbot designed to provide accurate, up-to-date guidance.
Webinars (On-Demand)
A Platform for Strain Development and Lipid Analytics: High-Volume Screening in Microalgae Fermentation
Learn how Checkerspot designed and implemented a fit-for-purpose, high-throughput lipid analytics platform to support its strain engineering programs.
Career Resources, Webinars (On-Demand)
Manuscript and Grant Writing Webinar – On Demand
This content is an exclusive benefit for Society members. If you’re a…
Webinars (On-Demand)
Rotunda Sponsored Webinar: Tracking Edible Oil Quality with Magnetic Resonance On-Demand Webinar
Watch a focused webinar designed for scientists, quality teams, and producers across the food and edible oils industry. Learn how benchtop magnetic resonance is transforming routine and advanced oil analysis—bringing fast, actionable insights directly to the lab bench.
Masterclasses
Valorization of Biobased Feedstocks: Lignin Trash to Treasure
This masterclass will cover the basics of obtaining cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin from biomass (biobased feedstocks).
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
How Stereoisomerism Affects Molecular Assembly
Through a focused discussion of sugar alcohol–based oleogelators, this seminar offers insight into how subtle molecular differences can significantly impact performance and formulation decisions in food systems and soft materials research.
INFORM seminars, Webinars (On-Demand)
Realizing Power-to-Food: Optimizing microbial hydrogen fermentation for maximum protein yields
How can microbes transform carbon dioxide and hydrogen into high-quality protein? In this INFORM seminar, we go behind the research featured in the INFORM article “The (hydro)generation of sustainable foods” with author Carlos Woern, doctoral researcher in Food Science at the University of Massachusetts.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Interesterified Fats in the Food Supply: Functionality, Usage Trends, and Health On-Demand Webinar
Interesterified fats are seeing rapid adoption as functional alternatives to partially hydrogenated…
Career Resources, Webinars (On-Demand)
Demystifying the hiring process – On-demand Webinar
Join this interactive panel webinar to gain insight into the hiring process from the inside.
Webinars (On-Demand)
Advancing Protein Engineering for Industrial Applications On-Demand Webinar
This content is an exclusive benefit for Society members. If you’re a…
Webinars (On-Demand)
Protein 2.0: Innovating Through Industry Challenges – On-Demand Webinar
The alternative protein industry is at a pivotal moment. After an initial wave of enthusiasm, the sector is now navigating a period of recalibration. Join us for a forward-looking discussion with two leaders who are shaping the future of food.
Masterclasses
Insights into the MOSH&MOAH Analytical Workflow
The masterclass will cover the topic of MOSH&MOAH from an analytical viewpoint, steering the audience from the basic to more advanced approach by provided a general insight on the main challenges that the analysis present.
Career Resources, Webinars (On-Demand)
Mapping Your Next Chapter: Navigating Career Uncertainty After Graduation – On-Demand Webinar
This panel discussion is designed to explore the uncertainties many graduates face when transitioning from academic life into the professional world.
INFORM seminars
Recent Regulatory Changes and Trends in Europe regarding Hexane Extraction
In September 2024, EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) released a report that concluded that hexane approval for food should be reassessed. In this seminar, Laurence Jacques will share key insights on recent and upcoming regulatory shifts in Europe and explore the timelines and trends shaping solvent use.
Masterclasses
Controlling Lipid Oxidation: Strategies for Preserving Food Quality
Lipid oxidation forms hydroperoxides, aldehydes, ketones, acids, and alcohols that reduce food quality, detrimentally influencing flavor, aroma, and nutrition. This presentation will describe the challenges associated with these unwanted reactions in food systems and strategies to control them. New antioxidant sources decrease waste and increase quality and safety by maintaining the nutritional profile of foods.
Industry Trends, Regulatory Requirements, Webinars (On-Demand)
Policy Headwinds and Opportunities for the Oilseed Sector – On Demand Webinar
This content is an exclusive benefit for Society members. If you’re a…
AOCS & Foundation Annual Financial Report 2024
For the year ending December 31, 2024 Combined Statement of Financial…
Webinars (On-Demand)
New AOCS Protein Digestibility Methods for Product Development Decisions
Food ingredient and product developers will learn about new in vitro protein digestibility methods that, when combined with amino acid composition, allow them to calculate the quality of protein in the final product or to screen ingredients in order to make decisions at the formulation stage.
INFORM seminars
Bringing antioxidants back to life to extend the shelf-life of lipid containing food products
This course is for students, academics, and industry professionals interested in lipid oxidation and antioxidant chemistry. It is aimed at those involved in producing antioxidant ingredients, investing in antioxidants, and developing stable food products.
AOCS Statement on Respect & Belonging
Approved by the AOCS Governing Board, April 27, 2025 AOCS is a…
Industry Trends, Webinars (On-Demand)
Biomedical and Food Applications of Essential Oils: drug delivery and antimicrobial food packaging
Learn how essential oils are transforming biomedical treatments and enhancing food safety—from innovative drug delivery systems for ear diseases to antimicrobial packaging solutions. Join our experts for an inside look at these cutting-edge, plant-based applications.
Career Resources, Webinars (On-Demand)
Exclusive: Chat with Pat
In this on-demand webinar, Dr. Donnelly answers questions about his unique journey—from animal science and reproductive physiology research to becoming a Certified Association Executive (CAE)—and provides valuable advice for navigating careers in science and association management.
Masterclasses
Fat Crystallization
This masterclass will be divided into two parts. The first will cover the fundamental aspects of fat crystallization. After a short Q&A session, the second will delve into the compositional details of fats and the design of functional fat phases and discuss specific applications.
INFORM seminars
Lipidomics Predictive Modeling using the R Statistical Language Caret Package
This seminar introduces the basics of predictive modeling with real-world lipidomics data using R, a free statistical computing language with hundreds of modeling algorithms and a unified coding architecture.
INFORM seminars
Navigating the Unique Formulation Requirements of Biosurfactants
This seminar addresses the technical facets of hair conditioner formulations using glycolipids.
INFORM seminars
Effect of Macronutrients on Physical Properties of Shelf-Stable Milk Alternative Beverages
This seminar describes how alt-milk beverages are made and how macronutrients affect their physical properties.
INFORM seminars
Plant-based, insects, single-cell organisms, precision fermentation…what are the emerging sources of proteins?
Animal protein substitutes receive a lot of attention for environmental, economic, and…
Lipid Library
Edible Oil Processing
In the present context, the term edible oil processing covers the range of industrial…
Webinars (On-Demand)
Innovation in Precision Fermentation for Protein and Lipid Ingredients
Precision fermentation is transforming the way in which food ingredients and products…