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7th Practical Short Course on Functional Oils

7th Practical Short Course on Functional Oils:

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Market Trends, Nutrition & Health, Utilization in Food Systems

Hilton Madrid Airport, Madrid, Spain - November 18 & 19, 2010

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Functional and Bioactive Ingredients for Food Products and Specialty Drinks

2nd Practical Short Course:
Functional and Bioactive Ingredients for Food Products and Specialty Drinks
Het Pand, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium - November 4-5, 2010

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9th Soy Symposium Washington DC, 16-19 October 2010

Expanded Program Agenda Now Online at

http://soysymposium.org/program.cfm

Some of the world's leading investigators on soy will present their findings over the four-day conference. Especially noteworthy presentations include:

"Soy Protein Effects on Serum Lipoproteins: An Updated Meta-
analysis and Grading of Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trials" by James W. Anderson, University of Kentucky Professor of Emeritus, Medicine and Clinical Nutrition. Overview: The FDA is currently re-evaluating the health claim awarded in 1999 for soy and heart health based on the cholesterol-lowering effects of soy protein. Dr. Anderson will present the results of the most comprehensive review and meta-analysis of the clinical data conducted so far.

"Association between Soy Isoflavones Intake and Breast Cancer Recurrence and Survival,� by Xinmei Kang, Department of Medical Oncology, Cancer Hospital of Harbin Medical University. Overview: Recently published research found soy consumption improves the prognosis of breast cancer patients. Dr. Kang will describe the results of an epidemiologic study that examined the relationship between soy intake and breast cancer prognosis and the impact of soy on the efficacy of aromatase inhibitors.

"Effect of a Novel Supplemented Soy Drink on Skin Aging in Postmenopausal Women,� by Robin van den Berg, Expertise Team Leader in Nutrition Sciences, Unilever. Overview: The �beauty from within' approach is gaining attention from both the nutrition and dermatological communities. Dr. van den Berg will present one of the first clinical studies to examine the role of soy in promoting skin health

SNACK FOOD TECHNOLOGY FORUM 2010

SNACK FOOD TECHNOLOGY FORUM 2010
5th Practical Short Course Programs:

Program 1: BASICS of Snack Foods Formulation & Technology
Program 2: TRENDS & NEW DEVELOPMENTS in Snack Foods Formulation & Technology

Ghent, Belgium - October 4 & 5, 2010
"Het Pand" - Ghent University

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Food for the 21st century: How EU Research impacts on Food Quality and Safety?

Dear reader,

We are pleased to invite you or a representative of your organisation to the conference "Food for the 21st century: How EU Research impacts on Food Quality and Safety?" which will take place on 8th July at the European Parliament in Brussels.

Deadline for registrations is 4th June 2010.

Please note that there is a limited number of places available and a need to have a balanced representation of the sector. Therefore, we will only be able to confirm your registration by mid-June. At that moment, further practical information will be provided for your participation.

Should you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at impactfoodresearch@ecorys.com

Looking forward to seeing you in Brussels!

European Commission, Directorate-General for Research
Directorate E - Biotechnology, agriculture and food research
SDME 2/2, B-1049 Brussels Belgium

Visit the European Commission, Directorate-General for Research website at http://ec.europa.eu/research/index.cfm?lg=en

6th Practical Short Course on Functional Oils

May 17, 2010

6th Practical Short Course on Functional Oils:
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Market Trends, Nutrition & Health, Utilization in Food Systems

Chicago IL, U.S.A. - July 16 & 17, 2010
Embassy Suites Chicago Downtown/Lakefront

PROGRAM
Day 1: Friday, July 16, 2010
8:45am
Welcome - Opening remarks
MARKET & REGULATORY
9:00am
Omega-3 Market Overview: Products, Size and Applications, Mr. Adam Ismail, GOED, U.S.A.
9:30am
Omega-3 intake from Nutritional Adequacy to Therapeutic Use: Baseline Nutrition; Disease Prevention; and Medical Intervention, Ms. Gretchen Vannice, Omega-3 Dietitian, U.S.A.
10:00am
Regulatory and Labeling Challenges for Omega-3 Products, Dr. Ian Newton, Ceres Consulting, Canada
10:30am
Coffee/Tea Break
11:00am
Omega-3 Oils: Health Claims Global Perspectives, Ms. Lina Paulionis, Cantox HSI, Canada
11:30am
Biochemistry and Nutritional Signifi cance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Dr. Bruce A. Watkins, Purdue University, U.S.A.
12:00n
Omega-3 Oils Health Promotion and Disease Risk Reduction, Dr. William S. Harris, University of South Dakota, U.S.A.
12:30pm
Lunch and Networking
1:30pm
The Omega-3 Index and Health, Dr. William S. Harris, University of South Dakota, U.S.A.
OMEGA 3 OILS - SOURCES
2:00pm
Novel Plant Omega-3 Oils Through Breeding and Genetic Modification, TBN, Monsanto Co., U.S.A.
2:30pm
DHA from Micro Algae, Mr. Philip Fass, Martek, U.S.A.
3:00pm
Alpha Linolenic Acid: Nutrition and Health Effects, Ms. Kelley Fitzpatrick, Glanbia, Canada
3:30pm
Coffee/Tea Break
SENSORY AND ANALYTICAL ISSUES
4:00pm
Quality Assurance Using Omega-3 Oils: Contaminant Removal? - Mr. Colin Garrioch, Nutrasource Diagnostics Inc., U.S.A.
4:30pm
Analytical Techniques for Determination of EPA/DHA & Contaminant Levels Sensory - Electronic Nose Review, TBA
CONSUMER OVERVIEW
5:00pm
Market Research - Consumer Insight Case Studies: Successful Omega 3 Products in the Market, TBN
5:30pm
End of Day 1
Day 2: Saturday, July 17, 2010
PROCESSING, PURIFICATION AND MODIFICATION
8:30am
Retention of Omega 3 Free Fatty Acids During Fish Oil Processing, Desmet Ballestra North America, Inc., U.S.A.
9:00am
Concentration of Omega-3 by Enzymes, Mr. Hans Christian Holm, Novozymes, Denmark
9:30am
Increasing Efficiency of Concentration Units for EPA/DHA from Fish Oils, Dr. Martin Ernst, Head of R&D, BDI - BioDiesel International, Austria
FORMULATION AND STABILIZATION
10:00am
Novel Omega-3 Emulsion Technologies, Mr. Steve Mellor, Croda Healthcare, U.K.
10:30am
Coffee/Tea Break
11:00am
Stabilization of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Microencapsulation Methods and Technologies, Mr. Charles, Brain, Ingredient Innovations International, U.S.A.
11:30am
Shelf-Stable Application Development for Stearidonic Acid (SDA) Enriched Food Products, Dr.. David Welsby, Solae, U.S.A.
12:00n
Omega-3 Formulation Needs for Liquid Food Products � Stabilization of Omega-3 Oils and Anti-Oxidants, Mr. Dan Murray, Xsto Solutions, U.S.A.

12:30pm
Lunch & Networking
OMEGA - 3 APPLICATIONS IN FOOD SYSTEMS
1:30pm
Applications of Emulsified Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Food Products, Mr. Brian Connolly, Denomega Nutritional Oils, U.S.A.
2:00pm
DHA requirements during the second six months of life: challenges and opportunities, Dr. Eric Lien, University of Illinois, U.S.A.
2:30pm
Natural Enrichment of Milk, Eggs & Meats using Sustainable Omega-rich Feeds, Dr. Fabien De Meester, BNL Food Investment - Belovo Egg Science & Technology , Luxermbourg
3:00pm
Applications of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Dairy Products, Mr. Anthony Palmieri, DSM Nutritional Products, U.S.A.
3:30pm
Coffee/Tea Break
4:00pm
Formulation of Bakery Products and Cereals with Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Dr. Ernesto Hernandez, OmegaPure, U.S.A.
4:30pm
Applications of Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Beverages, Fruit Juices and Flavored Milk Drinks, TBN, Ocean Nutrition Canada Ltd., Canada
5:00pm
End of Program

Short Course Venue:

Embassy Suites Chicago - Downtown/Lakefront
511 North Columbus Drive
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: 1-312-836-5900 Fax: 1-312-836-5901

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Nutrition & Health Claims Europe: Designing Clinical Studies for Success

5th International Workshop
Nutrition & Health Claims Europe: Designing Clinical Studies for Success
Thursday, April 29, 2010

***FULL VIDEO & PRESENTATION AVAILABLE ***
ORDER VIDEO + PDF
Full Set: at 445 EUR
Per presentation: 45 EUR
PDFs only: 250 EUR
www.healthclaims.eu

Functional and Bioactive Ingredients for Food Products and Specialty Beverages

2nd Practical Short Course:
Functional and Bioactive Ingredients for Food Products and Specialty Beverages
Het Pand, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium - May 25-26, 2010

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PROGRAM
Day 1: Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Functional Foods
9:00Opening remarks
9:10Nutrition Dimension in the Food Industry, Dr. John Van Camp, Ghent University, Belgium
9:40Marketing Food Ingredients: Novel Products and Recent Consumer Trends, Ms. Claudia O’Donnell, Prepared Foods Magazine, U.S.A.
10:10Impact of Nutrition and Health Claim Regulation in Marketing Functional Foods, Dr. Nino Binns, NMB Consulting, Ireland
10:40Coffee/Tea Break
Bioactives
11:10Omega-3 Fortified Drinks for Eye & Brain Development, TBN
11:40Vitamin E - a New Perspective, Challenges and Opportunities in Beverages, Dr. Andreas M. Papas, U.S.A.
12:10Marketing, Claims, and "State of the Science" on Anthocyanins,, Ms. Jan A. Mills, Artemis International, The Netherlands
12:40Lunch Break and Networking
14:00Coenzyme Q10 Bio-activity and Applications in Functional Drinks, Dr. Iwao Funahashi, Kaneka Corporation, Japan
14:30Glucosamine and Chondroitin
15:00Calcium Fortification for Bone Health Management, Dr. Marijke Edelman, Purac, the Netherlands
15:30Coffee/Tea Break
16:00Release of Milk-derived Bioactive Peptides during Fermentation - Role in Functional Foods, Dr. Anne Pihlanto, MTT - Agricultural Research Centre, Finland
16:30CLA and Healthy Lipids, confirmed, Lipid Nutrition, the Netherlands
17:00Update on Soy Proteins - Health Benefits of Soy Proteins, Mr. Jørn Gravgaard, Solae Denmark A/S, Denmark
17:30End of Day 1

Day 2: Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Functional Beverages
9:00Going from Weight Management Ingredients to Market Positioning of a Functional Beverage, Mr. Rob Minnee, Red Tree Beverages, The Netherlands
9:30Probiotics and Digestive Health, confirmed, Danisco Cultures, France
10:00Whole-Grain and Fiber Fortified Beverages, Dr. Lorraine Niba, FrieslandCampina Domo, U.S.A.
10:30Coffee/Tea Break
11:00Aroma and Flavor Pattern Analysis as Tool for Developing Drinks, Dr. Inge Dirinck, Catholic University College Ghent, Belgium
11:30Plant Sterols and Stanols for Heart Health in Drinks and Beverages, TBN
12:00Lunch
13:30Functional Beverages: Science and Technology and Product Development, Dr. Fred Brouns, Maastricht University, Netherlands
14:00How to incorporate Omega-3 Oils into Specialty or Functional Beverages for Product Success, Ms. Kathy McNab, Ocean Nutrition, Canada
14:30End of program

Third International Rice Congress (IRC2010)

Announcement

Dear Sir or Madam,

We are pleased to announce the Third International Rice Congress (IRC2010) to be held in Hanoi, Vietnam on 8 - 12 November 2010. With the theme "Rice for future generations�, IRC2010 is the world's largest gathering of the rice industry. Thousands of rice scientists, researchers, traders, farmers, processors, policy-makers and technology experts from around the world will be seeking solutions to the challenge of ensuring adequate rice for the future.

IRC2010 will include 5 main events including the 28th International Rice Research Conference (IRRC28), which discusses the latest scientific breakthroughs. Within IRRC28 paper and poster presentations on rice quality, health, and nutrition will be conducted. A symposium on the International Network for Quality Rice (INQR) will also be organized by Dr Melissa Fitzgerald. During the INQR symposium, a new method for measuring amylose content will be formally launched, and calibrated standards distributed to INQR members.

You can contribute to the noble goal of ensuring rice for future generations and join the historic IRC2010 by:

Joining the Research Conferences. You can now submit abstracts for poster presentations for the Quality grain, health, and nutrition theme in
IRRC28 � Deadline 30 April 2010.

�We seek papers that describe research enabling us to move beyond the current plateau, toward new and deeper understanding of genetic, metabolomic, or rheological factors that underline known traits of quality and that reveals new traits that will increase the capability of breeders to select for a specific type of quality in different genetic background.�
Exhibiting your products and services, and;
Sponsoring the 3rd International Rice Congress.

We invite you to visit www.ricecongress.com for more details.

Sincerely,

To Phuc Tuong
Chairman, Organizing Committee
IRC2010

Functional and Bioactive Ingredients for Food Products and Specialty Beverages

March 2, 2010
2nd Practical Short Course:
Functional and Bioactive Ingredients for Food Products and Specialty Beverages
Het Pand, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium - May 25-26, 2010
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