IFT launches CoDeveloper AI platform to accelerate food product innovation and development

The Institute of Food Technologists Launches AI-Powered R&D Platform for Product Developers

CHICAGO – The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization with over 85 years of experience in food science, has introduced CoDeveloper, an AI-driven research and development platform that integrates scientific knowledge directly into product formulation. This tool aims to speed up formula development and solve technical challenges, supporting professionals focused on creating better food products.

Developed by IFT’s own food scientists, CoDeveloper leverages artificial intelligence to provide immediate access to decades of peer-reviewed research and published content. This resource is designed to assist product developers in crafting market-ready food and beverage innovations with greater efficiency and confidence.

Key Features Tailored for Product Development

• Sous: A generative AI co-scientist that offers real-time guidance and insights during the formulation process.
• Advanced Formulation Tools: Enable iterative product development, allowing for rapid testing and refinement.
• Science-Optimized Reverse Engineering: Helps decode competitor products to inform new formulations.
• Enterprise-Grade Security: Ensures proprietary data remains protected while connected to trusted scientific sources.

Christie Tarantino-Dean, CEO of IFT, stated, “The food system is evolving, and IFT is positioned to meet the demand for smarter, faster R&D tools. CoDeveloper reflects our commitment to applying trusted science to help product developers innovate more effectively.”

Introducing CoDeveloper at IFT FIRST

CoDeveloper will be showcased at IFT FIRST, an annual event that gathers leaders from academia, government, and industry to discuss food science and technology. This year’s focus includes artificial intelligence, food additives, sugar and salt reduction, and GLP-1 agonists, topics that directly affect product development strategies.

Product developers interested in exploring CoDeveloper can find demos and additional information at https://codeveloper.ift.org.