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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences 
Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences

Wolfing Down Food Science

Communicating food science knowledge
to audiences of all kinds.

Hungry for answers?

Join us for the food science journey
from farm to your plate!

Hungry for answers about your food? Wolfing Down Food Science takes you on a journey from the farm to your plate, exploring the hidden world of food science, including chemistry, microbiology, and engineering, that makes it all possible.

Forget recipes and nutrition facts—we’re diving into the fascinating science behind what you eat. Through our podcasts, videos, and blog, we’ll help you understand how important food science is to our food supply.

Chris Patillo: Innovating Healthier Foods + Functional Beverages

NCFIL Food Scientist Chris Patillo will use his master’s in nutrition to bring healthier products to market. 

From Food Science to Forbes: NC State Alum Connor Balfany’s Entrepreneurial Path

Not many Ph.D. students are also entrepreneurs. That’s a big reason NC State alum Connor Balfany made a prestigious list in Forbes Magazine. 

There’s No Time Like Fair Time With CALS

From serving up Howling Cow ice cream to milking cows, here’s where to find CALS students and experts at the 2025 North Carolina State Fair.