Numerous textbooks treat various aspects of food chemistry and engineering, yet little information is available on the process of industrial food research and development. Currently, no textbooks of academic courses cover the broad area of product development. This void keeps even the most qualified person from reaching an informed decision about a career in this field. This book is intended to introduce the food industry novice to the diverse facets of the profession and to serve as a useful monograph for the expert by portraying the wide scope of R&D in an industry that is market-driven and...