Research Library: Scientific Articles, Monographs, and More

ILSI entities around the world publish scientific research articles, literature reviews, gap analyses, and meeting proceedings in peer-reviewed journals and publications. Our research has a flawless track record. In fact, not one of the 1,000+ articles ILSI has published since our organization's founding has ever been retracted.

In addition, ILSI publishes books, monographs, white papers, and newsletters. Our commitment to the highest scientific standards and our adherence to rigorous scientific principles demonstrate ILSI's integrity in research.

ILSI's Research and Scientific Articles

Browse ILSI's research publications, including the latest findings and in-depth analyses that contribute to advancing knowledge in the nutrition, food safety, sustainability, and health fields. Whether you're a fellow researcher, a student, or simply curious, our scientific articles provide valuable insights into the work that drives innovation and discovery.

Below, our publications are listed by publication date, from the newest article to the oldest. You can also filter the list by title or publication type.

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White Papers/Reports

Resumen Mesas de trabajo Empaques, Envases y Sostenibilidad

Resumen de las Mesas de Trabajo del Grupo de Empaques y Envases – ILSI Nor Andino

Este documento reúne las principales conclusiones y reflexiones desarrolladas en las tres Mesas de Trabajo del Grupo de Empaques y Envases de ILSI Nor Andino, realizadas durante el segundo semestre de 2023. A través de un enfoque técnico, científico y multisectorial, el informe aborda los retos y oportunidades asociados a los empaques y envases en el contexto de la seguridad alimentaria, la innovación, la sostenibilidad, la comunicación y la educación.

La primera mesa analiza el impacto de la pérdida y el desperdicio de alimentos en la seguridad alimentaria, destacando el rol estratégico de los empaques para preservar la calidad, inocuidad y disponibilidad de los alimentos, en un contexto marcado por la desigualdad social y el aumento del costo del plato saludable en Colombia.

La segunda mesa se centra en la innovación y la sostenibilidad de los empaques, abordando herramientas como el análisis de ciclo de vida, el ecodiseño, la economía circular, el uso de material reciclado y las certificaciones ambientales, así como experiencias empresariales y programas orientados al fortalecimiento de capacidades técnicas en la cadena de valor del plástico.

Finalmente, la tercera mesa profundiza en la comunicación y la educación como ejes clave para la divulgación científica responsable, el marketing científico y la gestión de la información en un entorno de infodemia, integrando además el marco regulatorio colombiano relacionado con plásticos de un solo uso y la responsabilidad extendida del productor.

 

Este resumen constituye un insumo relevante para la industria, la academia, los tomadores de decisión y demás actores interesados en promover sistemas de empaques más seguros, sostenibles y alineados con las políticas públicas y los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible.

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Memorias | Segunda Jornada Académica ILSI Nor Andino: Tecnologías de Soporte Nutricional (APME) en Colombia

ILSI Nor Andino presenta las memorias de la Segunda Jornada Académica sobre Tecnologías de Soporte Nutricional (APME) en Colombia, realizada el 21 de agosto en modalidad virtual, un espacio académico orientado a analizar el panorama clínico, normativo y operativo de los Alimentos para Propósitos Médicos Especiales en el país.

La jornada reunió a expertos en nutrición clínica, regulación y práctica hospitalaria, quienes abordaron temas clave como la evaluación del riesgo nutricional asociado a la enfermedad, el marco regulatorio de los APME en Colombia, los retos para su implementación en entornos hospitalarios y ambulatorios, y la importancia del trabajo interdisciplinario para garantizar la seguridad del paciente y la efectividad del soporte nutricional.

 

Este documento consolida los principales aportes de las conferencias y del panel de discusión, ofreciendo una visión técnica y accesible para profesionales de la salud, academia, tomadores de decisión y demás actores interesados en fortalecer el uso racional y basado en evidencia de las tecnologías de soporte nutricional. Las memorias reflejan el compromiso de ILSI Nor Andino con la ciencia aplicada, la formación continua y la articulación intersectorial en beneficio de la salud y la nutrición en Colombia.

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White Paper on Integrated Food Chain Surveillance for Enhancing Food Safety- A Model Approach

Safety of food and water is of paramount importance in the public health domain. Safety concerns include all those hazards which make food injurious to health. Specific of these food hazards are chemical and microbiological contaminants, biological toxins, pesticide residues, veterinary drug residues, and allergens.

It is important that a National Food Control System should be such that the consumer is protected from unsafe food. The integrated food chain surveillance system is being recognized as a holistic approach in various developed countries for controlling food safety risks across the entire food chain.

Keeping the aforesaid considerations in view the current White Paper on “Integrated Food Chain Surveillance for Enhancing Food Safety- A Model Approach” captures some of the critical areas of operation that need to be addressed holistically. The application, feasibility and usefulness of the Integrated Food Chain Surveillance system is explored from a developing country perspective including India through a review of literature and designing a “Model Activity Plan” of the integrated food chain surveillance in the Indian context.

The White Paper can be viewed at: https://tinyurl.com/2pzdruhb

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