Food processing facility in Carbondale, Illinois

The Fermentation Science Institute at Southern Illinois University, located at 1785 University Press Drive in Carbondale, Illinois, is a leading institution dedicated to supporting fermentation related activities. This includes the administration of the fermentation science academic degree program, operation of the FSI Service Laboratory, support for the Illinois Food, Entrepreneurship, Research and Manufacturing (iFERM) Hub, research in fermentation related fields, and outreach to businesses in the fermentation industry. The institute's mission is to advance knowledge in fermentation science through educational programs, research, and outreach to the region and fermentation related industries. This includes the production and analysis of alcoholic beverages, fermented foods and cheese, and industrial fermentation for energy, materials, and pharmaceuticals.