About the Infant Nutrition Science Coalition (INSC)

The Infant Nutrition Science Coalition (INSC) is an initiative coordinated by ILSI U.S. and Canada. It brings together scientific experts from academia, government, and industry to advance research on human milk and infant nutrition.

The INSC aims to improve our understanding of human milk’s composition and functional effects, and to explore how differences between human milk and infant formula may impact infant development. By fostering collaboration across sectors, the Coalition supports a stronger scientific foundation to inform public health and research efforts.

INSC Focus Areas

Comparative Composition

Examining the comparative composition of human milk and formula and ensuring accurate data collection methods.

Physiological Effects

Understanding the physiological effects of human milk and formula components and identifying valid preclinical models, including animal models and new alternative methods (NAMs).

Comprehensive Health Markers

Developing comprehensive infant health markers beyond traditional growth measurements.