Review of Science in the Food Standards Agency

The RSC and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) welcome the opportunity to comment on the Government Office for Science review of 'the quality, management and use of both natural and social science in the Food Standards Agency'.

The document highlights the impact of the chemical sciences in the entire food chain; beginning with primary production, flowing through raw ingredient and product manufacture, to retailer and, finally, to the consumer. Key messages include the need for wider consultation within the scientific community to identify gaps and opportunities for future research. This links with effective horizon scanning and developing a clear science strategy.