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¹Sinew Consulting Group Ltd., 300 Hsinchu, Taiwan, ROC. NEWTON.YAU@E-SINEW.COM

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International technology trade data reveals innovative food technologies. Analysis of these innovations highlights potential safety and security concerns, emphasizing the need for careful consideration during global adoption.

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Area of Science:

Food Science and Technology
Innovation Management
Global Trade

Background:

Technology trade is a significant aspect of globalization, serving as an indicator of global innovation trends.
International technology trade platforms provide valuable data for observing the landscape of innovative technologies worldwide.
The Sinew Consulting Group (SCG) Ltd. technology trade database is utilized as a case study for examining innovative technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze innovative technologies within the international technology trade database, focusing on food-related sectors.
To identify and discuss potential safety and security issues associated with these emerging technologies.
To categorize innovative technologies based on their relevance to safety and security in the food industry.

Main Methods:

Review of the Sinew Consulting Group (SCG) Ltd. international technology trade database.
Categorization of identified technologies into subcategories related to safety and security.
Discussion of specific examples including GMO technology, nanotechnology, and Chinese medicine-based functional ingredients.

Main Results:

The database contains numerous innovative technologies in food processing, functional ingredients, and quality control.
Technologies were categorized into agricultural materials/ingredients, processing/engineering, additives, packaging/logistics, functional ingredients, and miscellaneous (including detection technology).
Examples discussed include genetically modified organism (GMO) technology, nanotechnology, and functional ingredients derived from traditional Chinese medicine.

Conclusions:

Innovative technologies are advancing rapidly due to interdisciplinary research and development.
Increased attention is required regarding the safety and security implications of employing these innovative technologies globally.
International technology trade serves as a crucial barometer for understanding the evolution and impact of innovation.