day 1 agenda

Scientific Program

11th Edition of Innovations in FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN NUTRITION (IFHN-2026)
July 01-02, 2026 | Rome, Italy

Day-1 (July 01, 2026)
 Meeting Hall - 1
08:30-08:50                                            Registrations 
08:50-09:00                            Welcome Remarks by Moderator
Keynote Talks
Gilles-Eric Seralini,
University of Can Normandy, France
09:00-09:30 Title:- Scientists’ warning: we must change paradigm for a revolution in toxicology and world food supply
Dipak Panigrahy,
Harvard Medical School, USA
09:30-10:00 Title:-Targeting precision nutrition and resolution of cancer inflammation via SPMs
Group Photo & Refreshment Break (10:00-10:20)
Technical Session-I 
Session Chairs: Gilles-Eric Seralini, University of Can Normandy, France
                           Dipak Panigrahy, Harvard Medical School, USA
Andras Guttman,
University of Debrecen, Hungary
10:20-10:40 Title:-  High resolution capillary gel electrophoresis of human milk oligosaccharides and industrial galactooligosaccharides for food additive in-process control
Krishna Jee Pahari,
Nepal Development Research Institute, Nepal
10:40-11:00 Title:- Nepal’s journey toward food security: trends, achievements, and emerging challenges
Lloyd JS Baiyegunhi,
University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
11:00-11:20 Title:-Livelihood strategies and NTFP utlisation among rural female-headed households in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Camille M.Longabardi,
Harvard Medical School/Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, USA
11:20-11:40 Title:- Targeting omega-3 fatty acids and SPMs in sports nutrition
Xingjun Li,
Academy of National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration, China
11:40-12:00 Title:- Changes in the Textural and Pasting Properties and the Microstructure of Two Early Indica Rice Varieties During Storage Using General Linear Model Univariate (GLMU) Analysis
Cindy Adriana Estrada-Hernández,
UNAM, Mexico
12:00-12:20 Title:-Real time PCR, a modern tool for Analysis of Foodborne Pathogenic Bacteria in Mexican-artisanal cheeses
Giorgio Gargari,
Universita Degli Studi di Milano, Italy
12:20-12:40 Title:- Integrative multi-omics analysis reveals microbiota–metabolome crosstalk driving gut barrier improvements in the elderly under a polyphenol-rich dietary pattern (MaPLE Study)
Elango Ayyasamy,
Veterinary College and Research Institute, India
12:40-13:00 Title:- Moringa and Millet-Based Milk Biscuits: A Sustainable Functional Food Solution for Iron and Fiber Fortification
Lunch Break @ Restaurant (13:00-13:45)
Technical Session-II
Session Chairs: Jerrad F. Legako, Texas A&M University, USA
                           Salvatore Cervellieri,  Institute of Food Sciences, National Research Council of Italy, Italy
Jerrad F. Legako,
Texas A&M University, USA
13:45-14:05 Title:-  Metabolic finger printing by rapid evaporative ionization mass spectrometry to assess beef tenderness and relevant biochemical features
József Prokisch,
University of Debrecen, Nanofood Laboratory, Hungary
14:05-14:25 Title:-Carbon Nanodots in Foods: From Natural Formation to Human Health Impact
Xiaobing Wang,
China Agricultural University, China
14:25-14:45 Title:- Effect of direct steam infusion technology on the microorganism sterilization, heat intensity indicators, and nutrients of milk
Salvatore Cervellieri,
Institute of Food Sciences, National Research Council of Italy, Italy
14:45-15:05 Title:-MS-based electronic nose for early detection of ochratoxigenic Aspergillus strain on traditional Italian Caciocavallo cheese during ripening
Lily M.Ceraso,
Harvard Medical School, USA
15:05-15:25 Title:- Targeting lipids mediators in nutrition and cancer
Marika Valentino,
University of Udine, Italy
15:25-15:45 Title:- Effects of High Hydrostatic Pressure Processing (HPP) on color preservation in tuna intended for raw consumption
Refreshment Break (15:45-16:00)
Session Chair: Anne Taylor-Vissers, Teesside University, UK
María Veronica Cesio,
CenUR Litoral Norte. University of the Republic, Uruguay
16:00-16:20 Title:- Multidisciplinary Strategies to Ensure Food Safety in Strawberries
Stefano Piazza,
University of Milan, Italy
16:20-16:40 Title:-Sustainability meets Health: Chestnut By-products as Novel Nutraceutical Candidates with Anti-gastritis Activities
Egemen Özcan,
Ege University, Türkiye
16:40-17:00 Title:- Impact of High Power Ultrasound Processing on the Bioactive Composition of Lemon Fruit
Diego Appicciutoli,
University College Cork, Ireland
17:00-17:20 Title:-The synergistic effect of plant-based protein blends –a step forward for beverages with increased dispersion stability
Megan McTernan,
University College Cork, Ireland
17:20-17:40 Title:- Plant protein blends for sustainable and healthy dairy alternatives
Panel Discussions

day 2 agenda

Day-2 (July 02, 2026)

 Meeting Hall - 1
09:00-09:10                            Welcome Remarks by Moderator
Keynote Talks
Diana L. Teichman,
University of Toronto, Canada
09:10-09:40 Title:-Development and pilot scale demonstration of encapsulated ferric pyrophosphate premixes for double and multiple fortified salt with vitamins B9, B12, iodine and zinc
Oliver Micke,
Franziskus Hospital, Germany
09:40-10:10 Title:-Recommendation on an updated standardization of serum magnesium reference ranges
Refreshment Break (10:10-10:20)
Technical Session-III
Session Chairs: Diana L. Teichman, University of Toronto, Canada
                           Oliver Micke, Franziskus Hospital, Germany
Kyriaki Myrissa, 
St Mary's University, UK
10:20-10:40 Title:- Cross-sectional study examining the association between diet quality and the prevalence of anxiety and depression in UK undergraduate students
Ademola O. Olaniran,
University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
10:40-11:00 Title:- Metabolite Profiling and Antioxidant Activity Reveals the Protective Mechanisms of Gracilaria gracilis Sulfated Polysaccharides in Hepatic Tissues of diabetic rats
Francesca Valerio,
National Research Council, Institute of Sciences of Food Production, Italy
11:00-11:20 Title:- Biologically active fermented ingredient for bread fortification based on sub-standard peas
Patrícia Batista,
Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Portugal
11:40-12:00 Title:- Neuroprotective Potential of Marine Bioactive Compounds: Mechanistic Insights into the Effects of Astaxanthin and Fucoidan on Mental Health Disorders
Anne Taylor-Vissers,
Teesside University, UK
12:00-12:20 Title:-Towards more sustainable plant-based meat alternatives
Alshaal Tarek Ali Ahmed Ibrahim, 
Széchenyi István University, Hungary
12:20-12:40 Title:- Integrated hydrolysis of legume proteins with plant proteases generates oligopeptide-rich functional ingredients with superior bioactivity
Yifei Hu,
China Capital Medical University, China 
12:40-13:00 Title:- Research Advances in Hydration Status and Kidney, Liver, and Cardiovascular Health, and Specific Water Intake Recommendations for Chinese Children
Lunch Break @ Restaurant (13:00-13:45)
 Technical Session- IV (13:45-14:30) - Poster Viewing
 Technical Session- V
Session Chairs: Christiana Anih, University of Toronto, Canada
                           Kyriaki Myrissa, St Mary's University, UK
Teresa Negra,
Lubrizol Nutraceuticals-Barcelona, Spain
14:30-14:50 Title:- Advancing Iron Supplementation: Comparative Evaluation of standard iron sources vs microencapsulated iron
Christiana Anih,
University of Toronto, Canada
14:50-15:10 Title:- Evaluation of antidiabetic properties in protein isolates from Chilean granado beans
Eugenia Morselli,
Universidad San Sebastián, Chile
15:10-15:30 Title:-Dietary Fatty Acids Shape Hypothalamic Function and Metabolic Health
Ilaria Benucci,
Tuscia University, Italy
15:30-15:50 Title:- Continuous production of a natural intensive sweetener in a fluidized-bed reactor
Refreshment Break (15:50-16:00)
Lukasz Kopiasz,
Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Poland
16:00-16:20 Title:- The prebiotic and anti-inflammatory effects of oat beta-glucan – mechanisms of action in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Péter Hajdú, 
Széchenyi István University, Hungary
16:20-16:40 Title:- Techno-functional and physicochemical characterization of plant-based bioactive enriched functional meat products
Panel Discussions & Closing Ceremony

posters agenda

Poster Presentations

Day-2 (July 02, 2026)

 Technical Session- IV (14:00-15:00) - Poster Viewing

Ludovica Milzi,
University of Naples Federico II, Italy
P-1 Title:- Yellow 101 as a fluorescent probe for selective iron detection in food
Nevien Elhawat, 
Széchenyi István University, Hungary
P-2 Title:-  Controlled Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Distinct Dietary Fibers Generate Targeted Prebiotic Substances of Enhanced Probiotic Functionality
Dóra Kiss, 
Széchenyi István University, Hungary
P-3 Title:- Assessment of the impact of diverse technological conditions on protein integrity with special regard to grounding the design of functional foods
Norifumi Niizeki, 
Nagoya Bunri Nutrition College, Japan
P-4 Title:- Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) in seafoods: shared mechanisms between fish and humans for forming gut-microbial TMAO: overview of animal TMAO-yield potential
Naz Arsoy,
Ege University, Türkiye
P-5 Title:- Impact of High Power Ultrasound Processing on the Bioactive Composition of Lemon Fruit
Diána Margaréta Szilva, 
Széchenyi István University, Hungary
P-6 Title:- Integrated evaluation of the prebiotic activity of diverse natural substrates based on both microbiological and analytical assays
Aida Essa Belal Nasser,
Dubai Municipality, UAE
P-7 Title:- Scientific study on natural preservation techniques for exceeding food shelf life using essential organic oils, wax coating and beneficial bacteria
Halina Staniek, 
Poznan University of Life Sciences, Poland
P-8 Title:- Evaluation of the quality of the Plant-Based Processing (PBP) course by learners at the EQF7 level within the EQVEGAN project
Panel Discussions


Virtual Scientific Program

11th Edition of Innovations in FOOD SCIENCE AND HUMAN NUTRITION (IFHN-2026)
July 01-02, 2026 | Rome, Italy

Day-2 (July 02, 2026), (CET Time zone)

Ittetsu Yamaga, 
Shizuoka Professional University Junior College of Agriculture, Japan
09:40-10:00 Title:- Synergistic effects of 1-MCP and photocatalytic technology on postharvest quality of fig fruit
Shengbo Wu, 
Tianjin University, China
10:00-10:20 Title:-Mining and validating quorum sensing interference molecules from food-derived compounds for Salmonella Typhimurium
CHEONG BO ENG, 
Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Malaysia
10:20-10:40 Title:-Physicochemical and nutritional evaluation of oil extracted from four avocado varieties cultivated in Sabah, Malaysia
Vatcharee Seechamnanturakit, 
Prince of Songkla University, Thailand
10:40-11:00 Title:- Honey and Propolis of Stingless Bee from Southern Thailand: Priliminary study on Phenolic, Reducing sugar, and Antioxidant Properties
Slot Available 11:00-11:20 Slot Available
Mudi H. Alharbi,
Taibah University, Saudi Arabia
11:20-11:40 Title:- Gender-Based Differences in the Consumption of Food Rich in Fibre and Its Relationship with Perceived Mood Status: A Cross-Sectional Study
Flora Valeria Romeo,
CREA, Italy
11:40-12:00 Title:-A new nutraceutical obtained from Citrus pectin and blood orange extract
Maiken Krogsbæk Bøgh, 
Aarhus University, Denmark
12:00-12:20 Title:- Olanzapine-Induced Changes in Hypothalamic Opioid Receptor Expression and Feeding-Related Neuronal Populations
Ihab Tewfik,
University of Westminster, UK
12:20-12:40 Keynote Title:- Innovative Medical Therapeutic Foods: The Tailored Food Recipes (TFRs) for Improved Health and Sustainability
Elena Orlo,
 University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Italy
12:40-13:00 Title:- Development of thymol- and carvacrol-enriched biopolymer films for active packaging and shelf-life extension of Brie cheese
Ellen E. A. Simpson
Ulster University, UK
13:00-13:20 Title:- Promoting the MIND Diet at midlife: a COM-B randomized feasibility study
Trinidad Perez-Palacios, 
University of Extremadura, Spain
13:20-13:40 Title:-Evaluation of microencapsulation strategies for targeted salt release in food matrices
Canela-Xandri Anna, 
ETSEAFiV, UdL, Spain
13:40-14:00 Title:-New solvents: DES applications in foods
Slot Available 14:00-14:20 Slot Available
Gabriele Ellena,
Belgian Nuclear Research Center (SCK CEN), Mol, Belgium
14:20-14:40 Title:-Exploring extremotolerant microorganisms as sustainable nutritional resources for deep space exploration
Rossella Vadalà,
University of Messina, Italy
14:40-15:00 Title:- Comparative Chemical and Sensory Profiling of coffee beverages prepared by Traditional Moka, Espresso and a Novel Italian Brewing Device
Sabina Susmel, 
University of Udine, Italy
15:00-15:20 Title:- Electrochemical detection of nanomolar phosphate in seawater using octamolybdate and mesoporous organosilica modified plastic electrodes
Slot Available 15:20-15:40 Slot Available
Paula Tarrasconi Shmitz,
Criaeco, Brazil
15:40-16:00 Title:- Creativity in gastronomic activities
Slot Available 16:00-16:20 Slot Available
Slot Available 16:20-16:40 Slot Available
Enid E Martinez,
Harvard Medical School, USA
16:40-17:00 Title:-Constipation in pediatric critical illness – diagnosis, management and future considerations
Slot Available 17:00-17:20 Slot Available
Cristina Bilbao Sainz, 
USDA, USA
17:20-17:40 Title:-Isochoric processes applied to agricultural products
Cecilia Eugenia Martinez Sánchez,      Instituto Tecnológico de Tuxtepec, Mexico 17:40-18:00 Title:- Emerging functional potential of Randia spp. fruits: linking phytochemicals with biological activity
Rebecca A. Seguin-Fowler,
Texas A&M AgriLife Research, USA
18:00-18:20 Title:- Improvements in dietary intake, behaviors, and psychosocial measures in a community-randomized cardiovascular disease risk reduction intervention: Strong Hearts, Healthy Communities 2.0
Panel Discussions
NOTE: This is Tentative program and subject to change
If any one interested to attend the conference or to book your virtual speaker slot, please send an email to: foodscience@innovinc.org

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