IFF’s new scientific advisory board to escalate innovation

International Flavors & Fragrances has launched of its new Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), comprising five scientific talents in key research and development areas as identified in the company’s global strategic review.

“The addition of this high-quality SAB to our R&D group will help us develop innovative solutions in our flavors and fragrances business and better serve our customers’ needs. We anticipate that it will give us strong competitive advantage not only by tapping into the minds of the board members, but by leveraging their access to a global network of academics, high-level industry members, and their associates,” says chairman and CEO Doug Tough.

The SAB, led by Dr. Ahmet Baydar, senior vice president, research and development, will provide external perspectives on the company’s R&D programs, raise scientific issues and opportunities relevant to IFF’s business needs, help identify appropriate research partners, provide background in specific areas of expertise, and assist in the identification and development of key R&D personnel.