Conference Program Three days of inspiring keynotes, engaging sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. All times are in local time (ICT). April 20-22, 2026

Program Overview

Comprehensive schedule designed to maximize learning and networking opportunities

12

Keynote Speakers

45+

Sessions

6

Workshops

100+

Poster Presentations

Registration
8:00 - 9:00
Main Lobby

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Check-in, badge pickup, and networking coffee

Keynote
9:00 - 10:00
Main Auditorium

Opening Keynote: The Future of Food Science Research

Speaker: Prof. Navadol Laosiripojana

Exploring emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of food science research

Break
10:00 - 10:30
Exhibition Hall

Coffee Break

Parallel
10:30 - 12:00

Parallel Sessions Block A

AI in Food Technology

Prof. Dr. Anderson Sant'Ana

Room A1
150

Sustainable Food Systems

Prof. Dr. Giuseppe Spano

Room A2
120

Nutritional Genomics

Prof. Sonia Calligaris

Room A3
100
Break
12:00 - 13:30
Exhibition Hall

Lunch Break & Poster Session

Networking lunch with poster presentations

Parallel
13:30 - 15:00

Parallel Sessions Block B

Biotechnology Innovations

Prof A.H. Buschmann

Room B1
140

Food Waste Valorization

Dr. Lisa Wong

Room B2
80

Alternative Protein Sources

Prof. Ahmed Hassan

Room B3
110
Break
15:00 - 15:30
Exhibition Hall

Afternoon Coffee Break

Workshop
15:30 - 17:00
Workshop Room

Workshop: Modern Food Research Methodologies

Speaker: Multiple Facilitators

Interactive workshop on cutting-edge research methodologies

Social
18:00 - 20:00
Rooftop Terrace

Welcome Reception

Networking reception with drinks and canapés

Keynote
9:00 - 10:00
Main Auditorium

Keynote: Innovation in Food Science Collaboration

Speaker: Prof. Maria Gonzalez

Building bridges between disciplines and institutions

Break
10:00 - 10:30
Exhibition Hall

Coffee Break

Panel
10:30 - 12:00
Main Auditorium

Panel Discussion: Ethics in Food Research

Leading experts discuss ethical considerations in modern food research

Break
12:00 - 13:30
Exhibition Hall

Lunch & Networking

Parallel
13:30 - 15:00

Parallel Sessions Block C

Nutraceuticals Research

Dr. Maria Gonzalez

Room C1
160

Food Safety Technologies

Prof. James Wilson

Room C2
90

Green Food Processing

Dr. Yuki Tanaka

Room C3
130
Break
15:00 - 15:30
Exhibition Hall

Coffee Break

Forum
15:30 - 17:00
Room D1

Young Researchers Forum

Platform for early-career researchers to present their work

Social
19:00 - 22:00
Grand Ballroom

Conference Gala Dinner

Formal dinner with awards ceremony

Keynote
9:00 - 10:00
Main Auditorium

Keynote: Research Impact on Global Food Security

Speaker: Prof. Akira Tanaka

How food science research translates to societal benefit

Break
10:00 - 10:30
Exhibition Hall

Coffee Break

Showcase
10:30 - 12:00
Exhibition Hall

Innovation Showcase

Demonstration of groundbreaking research projects

Break
12:00 - 13:30
Exhibition Hall

Closing Lunch

Collaboration
13:30 - 15:00
Multiple Rooms

Collaboration Planning Sessions

Organized sessions for planning future collaborations

Ceremony
15:00 - 16:00
Main Auditorium

Closing Ceremony & Awards

Conference wrap-up and recognition of outstanding contributions

Important Notes

  • • All sessions are subject to change
  • • Presentation materials will be available online post-conference
  • • Simultaneous translation available for keynote sessions
  • • Live streaming available for virtual attendees
  • • Session recordings will be available for 30 days post-conference

Session Information

Keynote Main auditorium presentations
Parallel Concurrent breakout sessions
Workshop Interactive learning sessions
Social Networking and social events