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IFP 2026 Seminar Series
A monthly online series presented by Dr. Daniel M. Ennis, covering foundational and applied topics in sensory and consumer science relevant to technical, legal, and product development decision making.
About the Series
The 2026 seminar series is a year-long set of monthly online sessions led by Dr. Daniel M. Ennis. Each seminar includes a 30-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A.
The series is designed for professionals who work with sensory and consumer evidence in product development, insights, R&D, and legal contexts. Content emphasizes model-based, interpretable approaches used in modern sensory and consumer science.
The Presenter
Dr. Daniel M Ennis, President of the Institute for Perception, is an internationally recognized expert in sensory and consumer science. He has authored books, technical reports, and peer-reviewed papers and advises organizations on study design, evidence interpretation, and defensible support for product and advertising decisions.
Format and Access
Format: Live online, 30-minute presentation + 15-minute Q&A
Access: Registrants receive a join link for each session
Topics
January 15, 2026
12:00pm ET
When Is Different Not Different Enough?
A session focused on how equivalence questions arise in product work and how sensory and consumer evidence can inform decisions about meaningful similarity.
February 19, 2026
12:00n ET
Decisions When Data Isn’t Clear
A session examining how ambiguous or borderline results can be interpreted within the Thurstonian framework and incorporated into project decisions.
March 19, 2026
12:00n ET
Claims That Withstand Scrutiny: Superiority, Equivalence & “Up To” Evidence Standard
A session outlining core considerations when aligning sensory and consumer evidence with various types of comparative statements.