The 6th edition of the ISEKI E-conferences, titled "Food production based on food safety, sustainable development and circular economy," took place online from November 22 to November 24, 2023. Supported by the ISEKI-Food Association, the event was organized in collaboration with the University Lucian Blaga in Sibiu, Romania, and the University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara, Romania. The conference featured a range of oral presentations and posters focused on innovative methods in food production, sustainable business models, food safety, consumer perception, and health and nutrition. A special section for students was included, encouraging participation from PhD, MSc, and BSc students, with awards given for the best student presentations and posters.
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11th Central European Congress on Food and Nutrition “Food, technology and nutrition for healthy people in a healthy environment“
The 11th Central European Congress on Food and Nutrition, CEFood 2022, titled "Food, technology and nutrition for healthy people in a healthy environment," will be held in Čatež ob Savi from September 27th to 30th, 2022. The President of the Republic of Slovenia, Borut Pahor, is the honorary sponsor. The organizing committee, led by Prof. Dr. Peter Raspor, includes experts from the University of Ljubljana such as Prof. Dr. Sonja Smole-Možina, Assist. Prof. Dr. Evgen Benedik, and Assist. Prof. Dr. Primož Treven.
The congress aims to highlight advancements in the food supply chain, research, and education, addressing current issues while respecting environmental concerns. It will feature five plenary lecturers, 11 keynote speakers, and numerous other researchers presenting their work through lectures and posters. One of the keynote speakers, Prof. Dr. Nataša Poklar Ulrih, will discuss new approaches to increasing the bioavailability of bioactive substances.
For more details on the scientific program, workshops, and social events showcasing Slovenian cuisine, please visit the congress website.