LAFST
29

Years of Expertise

Who We Are

The Lebanese Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (LAFST) is a growing community and platform dedicated to uniting food professionals around a shared vision: a safer, smarter, and more resilient food system for Lebanon and the region.

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LAFST community

29+

Years of Expertise

800+

Members & Partners

Our Purpose.

We unite Lebanon’s food science community to turn knowledge into safer, better food.

  • Connecting food scientists and professionals.
  • Equipping members with opportunities to grow.
  • Bridging research and industry.
  • Translating science into real-world impact.

Our Vision.

Establish LAFST as Lebanon’s leading scientific voice on food—bridging knowledge and practice, rooted in local needs, open to global engagement.

Explore Our Membership Types.

Corporate

For food businesses seeking training, standards, and visibility.

Association

For NGOs, syndicates, and professional bodies collaborating on food policy.

Individual

For professionals and researchers looking to grow, publish, and network.

Student

For undergrads and postgrads accessing mentoring, internships, and scholarships.

Our Events & Conferences.

Explore LAFST’s key events, collaborations, and annual conferences advancing food science, safety, and innovation.

10 Jun

Food Safety: Science in Action 2025

  • Online

Organized by NDU, GHI, and LAFST to explore food microbiology, regulations, and safety challenges.

10 Jun

Joint Mini-Symposium: World Food Safety Day 2024

  • Online

A collaboration between GHI, LAFST, NDU, and MEFOSA focusing on food safety in dietary laws and microbiome roles.

10 Jun

Navigating the World of Food Safety

  • Notre Dame University

Experts discuss risk assessment and mitigation across the food chain in this NDU × LAFST webinar.

26 Sep

3rd Annual Conference 2019

  • LAU · Beirut

Theme: “Food Science, Technology, and Environment.” Featured experts from academia, government, and industry.

27 Sep

2nd Annual Conference 2018

  • LAU · Beirut

Topics included food security, environmental pollution, adulteration, and innovation in food industries.

28 Sep

1st Annual Conference 2017

  • LAU · Beirut

LAFST’s first major conference covering food science, safety, processing, and environmental impact.

Get Involved

Join LAFST and become part of a vibrant community shaping the future of food science and technology in Lebanon. Whether you’re a student, professional, or industry leader, your expertise and passion are welcome here.

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