Trends in food sensory science

Abstract

Sensory science has advanced significantly since its inception in the early half of the 20th century. It is continuously evolving to meet the needs of the 21st-century and adapting to give better, quicker predictions of product success. It will continue to have a vital role in enabling companies to maintain a healthy food supply and to gain competitive advantage by launching new, more successful products in a highly competitive and innovative food industry.