Sustainability in Sensory and Consumer Science

Dear Colleagues,

In light of pressing global issues, a behavioral transition towards sustainability is critical. The United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals set for 2030 are steering us towards a more sustainable future. Within the realm of sensory and consumer science, the rapid evolution of sustainable food choices, including plant-based alternatives, and sustainable consumption patterns demands our attention. Recent years have necessitated a re-evaluation of consumer interactions and perceptions concerning these novel food options.

This Special Issue seeks to unify scholars from various fields to illustrate how their studies contribute to a sustainable planet.

The focus of this Special Issue will be on the following key research domains:

• Sustainability in sensory and consumer science methods, including the development of methods that yield ecologically valid and impactful insights.
• Exploring the sensory and consumer perceptions of sustainable diets and foods, the acceptance of sustainable food sources, sustainable eating behaviors, and eco-friendly laboratory practices. This includes topics like alternative protein sources, sustainable packaging solutions, and environmentally responsible sensory and consumer research practices.

Our goal is to bring together research within the sensory and consumer science discipline that touches on sustainability, showcasing the breadth and innovation in this rapidly growing topic.

Dr. Julia Low
Prof. Dr. Matthew McSweeney
Dr. Charles Diako
Dr. Penny Brotja nee Oliver
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Sustainability is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2400 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• sensory and consumer science methodologies
• sustainable practices in sensory and consumer science
• plant-based
• sustainable foods
• sustainable diets
• sustainable packaging