The United States Pharmacopeial Convention is dedicating its 2012 Science & Standards Symposium to interactively discuss cutting-edge topics with industry, regulators, and academia, with the goal of seeking consensus on the principal aspects needed to address quality standards for functional ingredients. Early registration ends Aug. 17, 2012. http://www.usp.org/meetings-courses/symposia/functional-foods-and-dietary-supplements-global-opportunities-and-challenges