Program organizer: Lisa Clement, Volatiles Platform Manager, Cargill, USA

Dutton Award Session
Celebrate the achievements in the analysis of oils, fats, and lipids at the Dutton Award Session. This session recognizes significant contributions to the field, followed by research presentations that highlight the latest advancements in lipid analytical chemistry. Join to share your insights and honor excellence.

Trace Contaminants: MOSH/MOAH
Delve into the complex world of mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOSH) and mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (MOAH) in this focused session. Explore cutting-edge analytical methods, risk assessments, and regulatory perspectives related to these critical contaminants impacting food safety and quality.

Trace Contaminants II
This session continues the exploration of trace contaminants in oils and fats, covering emerging contaminants and advanced detection techniques. Present your research on the occurrence, identification, and mitigation strategies for these contaminants to safeguard consumer health.

Advanced Methods of Analysis Focusing on Lipidomics
Investigate the latest innovations in lipidomics through advanced analytical techniques. This session highlights state-of-the-art methodologies for characterizing and quantifying lipids in various matrices, emphasizing their application in biological, food, and industrial contexts.

Authentication of Edible Oils Including AI
Examine the evolving techniques for authenticating edible oils, with a spotlight on the integration of artificial intelligence. This session covers new analytical methods and AI-driven approaches to ensure the authenticity, quality, and traceability of edible oils in a global market.

Chemometrics and Data Handling
Explore the intersection of chemistry and data science in this session dedicated to chemometrics. Discuss innovative methods for data handling, statistical analysis, and pattern recognition in complex chemical data, driving advancements in analytical precision and efficiency.

Automation and Instrumentation Including Green Methods of Analysis
This session focuses on the role of automation and instrumentation in advancing green chemistry practices. Explore innovative tools and automated processes designed to enhance sustainability in analytical laboratories, reduce environmental impact, and streamline operations.

Application of Lipidomics in Lipid Oxidation and Quality
Joint Session with Health & Nutrition and Lipid Oxidation & Quality Divisions
Focuses on the role of lipidomics in studying lipid oxidation and its impact on food quality. This session highlights cutting-edge analytical techniques to monitor lipid oxidation at the molecular level and its implications for product stability and safety.

Novel Methods to Measure Lipid Oxidation and Antioxidant Activity
Joint Session with Lipid Oxidation & Quality Division
Presents the latest advances in methodologies for assessing lipid oxidation and antioxidant effectiveness. This session highlights new analytical tools and techniques, including rapid assays, in situ monitoring, and high-throughput screening.

Managing Processing Contaminants: Methodology and Mitigation Approaches
Joint session with Processing Division
Focusing on advancements in the detection and reduction of processing contaminants, this session will cover novel methodologies, regulatory considerations, and best practices for mitigation. Discussions will include solutions to manage contaminants in oils and lipid-based food products.

General Analytical Methods
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to analytical methods.

Analytical Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to analytical methods.

Program organizer: Sarah Moran, Manager, Delivery Systems and Ingredient Technology, Coca-Cola, USA

Biocatalysis
This session covers both foundational and advanced aspects of biocatalysis, focusing on the use of enzymes and microorganisms in novel bioprocesses. Present your research on enzyme engineering, process optimization, and industrial applications, highlighting the integration of biocatalysis into sustainable production systems for environmentally friendly chemicals, materials, and fuels.

Biotechnologies for Valorization and Characterization of Food Proteins and Co-Products
Examine innovative biotechnologies used to enhance the value and characterize food proteins and co-products. Present your research on protein extraction, modification, and the use of co-products, contributing to sustainable food production and improved nutritional profiles.

Advances in Biotechnology Applications Across Industries
This session explores the broad application of biotechnology in various industries, from food and agriculture to pharmaceuticals and environmental management. Share your latest research on how biotechnology drives innovation, sustainability, and efficiency across diverse sectors.

Microbial Lipids for Foods
Joint Session with Edible Applications Technology Division
Investigate microbial oil production as a sustainable solution for the food industry. This session covers cutting-edge research on producing fats and oils through microbial processes, offering alternatives to animal fats and tropical oils while maintaining desired food quality and functionality.

Fermentation
Joint session with Protein and Co-Products, Health and Nutrition, and Processing Divisions
Explore the latest advances in fermentation technologies for producing biodiesel, food ingredients, and other lipid or protein-based products. Focus on the challenges of industrial-scale fermentation, microorganism isolation, and the potential of fermentation in sustainable production systems.

New Crops for Oils/Feedstocks
Joint session with Industrial Oil Products Division
This session focuses on the development and engineering of new crop varieties as sustainable sources of oils and feedstocks. Discuss the latest research in metabolic engineering, crop breeding, and the potential of novel oilseed crops to meet the growing demand for renewable resources.

Biorenewable Polymers
Joint session with Industrial Oil Products Division
Delve into the synthesis and application of polymers derived from renewable, lipid-based precursors. This session highlights advances in developing biorenewable polymers that mimic traditional petroleum-based products, with applications in various industries seeking sustainable alternatives.

Biosurfactants and Biobased Surfactants
Joint Session with Surfactants and Detergents Division
Highlights the latest innovations and scientific advancements in the development and application of biosurfactants and bio-based surfactants in various industries. This session discusses their sourcing, processes, sustainability, performance characteristics, and industrial applications.

Biotechnological Advances in the Valorization of Food Protein and Co-Products
Joint Session with Protein and Co-Product Division
This session highlights the latest biotechnological innovations in the valorization of food proteins and co-products. Topics will include enzyme technology, fermentation, and microbial processes aimed at enhancing the functionality and value of protein-rich food by-products.

General Biotechnology Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to biotechnology.

Biotechnology Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to biotechnology.

Program organizer: Andrew Gravelle, Assistant Professor, University of California, Davis, USA

Soft Matter and Complex Lipid Structures
This session focuses on the behavior and properties of soft matter and complex lipid structures. Topics include lipid phase transitions, self-assembly, and how these structures impact functionality in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. Recent advances in modeling and analytical techniques will also be discussed.

Fat Mimetic Strategies in Food Applications
As the demand for healthier, plant-based alternatives rises, this session will cover innovative strategies for designing fat mimetics in food applications. Presentations will highlight the challenges and successes in replicating the sensory, structural, and functional properties of fats in various food matrices.

Lipid Crystallization
This session delves into the mechanisms and factors influencing lipid crystallization in both bulk and dispersed systems. Topics include polymorphism, crystallization kinetics, and the influence of processing conditions on crystal structure. Applications to food, pharmaceutical, and industrial lipid products will be highlighted.

Structured Lipid-based Delivery Systems
Lipid-based delivery systems offer promising strategies for the encapsulation and controlled release of bioactive compounds. This session will explore advances in structured delivery systems, including liposomes, solid lipid nanoparticles, and nanoemulsions, focusing on their applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals.

Emulsions and Dispersed Systems
Explore the latest research on the formulation, stabilization, and characterization of emulsions and dispersed systems. Topics include interfacial properties, droplet stability, and the use of emulsifiers in various applications, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

Sensory and Flavor Aspects of Plant Proteins for Food Applications
Joint Session with Protein and Co-Product Division
This session addresses the critical challenges of improving the sensory and flavor profiles of plant-based proteins for food applications. Presentations will cover recent advances in flavor masking, protein modification, and consumer perception, offering insights into developing more palatable plant-based food products.

Microbial Lipids for Foods
Joint Session with Biotechnology Division
Investigate microbial oil production as a sustainable solution for the food industry. This session covers cutting-edge research on producing fats and oils through microbial processes, offering alternatives to animal fats and tropical oils while maintaining desired food quality and functionality.

Cocoa butter processing: shortage and replacements for food applications
Joint Session with Processing Division
With global cocoa butter shortages, this session focuses on alternative strategies for replacing or supplementing cocoa butter in food applications. Discussions will center around extraction techniques, sustainable replacements, and their functional and sensory impacts on food products.

General Edible Applications Technology Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to edible applications technology.

Edible Applications Technology Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to edible applications technology.

Program organizer: Rinat Ran-Ressler, Senior Principal Scientist, Nestlé Health Science, USA

Sustainability (LCA) and Impact of Climate Change on Oils and Fats Composition
Explore the environmental impact of oils and fats production through life cycle assessment (LCA) and examine how climate change is altering their composition. Present your findings on sustainable practices and the adaptation strategies needed to maintain oil and fat quality in a changing environment.

Microbiome Derived Oils and Effects on Gut Health
Investigate the emerging field of microbiome-derived oils and their potential impacts on gut health. This session invites research on the production, characterization, and health effects of oils produced by the gut microbiome, and how these novel lipids contribute to overall human health.

Longevity and Lipids
Examine the role of lipids in promoting longevity and healthy aging. This session focuses on the latest research linking specific lipid profiles, dietary fats, and lipid metabolism with extended lifespan and reduced age-related diseases.

AI and Nutrition
Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and nutrition in this session. Present your research on how AI is being used to analyze dietary data, predict nutritional outcomes, optimize personalized nutrition plans, and innovate food production processes for better health outcomes.

Why There Is No RDA for DHA, EPA, LA and ALA
Uncover the reasons behind the absence of recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) for key fatty acids like DHA, EPA, LA, and ALA. Discuss the complexities of establishing RDAs for these nutrients, considering their varying effects on health and the challenges of defining optimal intake levels.

Impact of Fatty Acid Profiles on Milk and Dairy Product Quality
Explore how the fatty acid profile of milk, influenced by different dairy systems, affects the quality and technological properties of dairy products. Present research on the benefits of specific fatty acids, their impact on flavor, texture, and stability, and how they contribute to healthier dairy products.

Precision Fermentation in Nutrition
Joint session with Protein and Co-Products, Biotechnology, and Processing Divisions
Delve into the role of precision fermentation in the development of novel nutritional products. This session is dedicated to the use of advanced fermentation techniques to create alternative proteins, oils, and other nutrients with specific health benefits, tailored to meet dietary needs and enhance nutrition.

Active Delivery Systems for People and Plants
Joint Session with Surfactants and Detergents Division
Covers the science of targeted delivery systems for active ingredients in both personal care and agricultural applications. This session focuses on encapsulation technologies, targeted delivery mechanisms, and controlled release systems that enhance the efficacy of actives to benefit both humans and plants.

Application of Lipidomics in Lipid Oxidation and Quality
Joint Session with Analytical, and Lipid Oxidation & Quality Divisions
Focuses on the role of lipidomics in studying lipid oxidation and its impact on food quality. This session highlights cutting-edge analytical techniques to monitor lipid oxidation at the molecular level and its implications for product stability and safety.

Polar Lipids and Human Nutrition
Joint Session with Phospholipid Division
This session focuses on the role of phospholipids in human health and nutrition. Presentations will explore recent research on the metabolic functions of polar lipids, their influence on cellular health, cognitive function, and cardiovascular health, and their potential as functional food ingredients.

Health-Beneficial Bioactivities of Proteins and Peptides
Joint Session with Protein and Co-Products Division
This session will delve into the bioactive properties of proteins and peptides, exploring their roles in health promotion. Topics include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects, as well as how these bioactivities can be enhanced through processing and formulation.

Plant-Based Proteins and Co-Products – Safety and Sustainability
Joint Session with Protein and Co-Products Division
Examining the safety and sustainability of plant-based proteins and their co-products, this session will cover food safety, allergenicity, environmental impact, and regulatory aspects. Discussions will also include sustainable sourcing and processing strategies for plant proteins.

General Health and Nutrition Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to health and nutrition

Health and Nutrition Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to health and nutrition

Program organizer: Shanon Terry, Operations Manager, North America Packaging, Bunge, USA

Green Chemistry & Oleochemicals
Exploration of sustainable practices in green chemistry and the development of oleochemicals. This session covers innovations in eco-friendly chemical processes, the creation of biodegradable materials, and the integration of renewable resources into industrial applications.

Emerging Applications of Surfactants
Focuses on novel uses of surfactants across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, personal care, and environmental applications. This session highlights cutting-edge research and technology driving the expanded roles of surfactants in solving complex industrial challenges.

Valorization of Glycerol & FAE
Investigates innovative methods for the utilization and value addition of glycerol and fatty acid esters (FAE) derived from biofuel production. Topics include conversion techniques, potential applications, and economic benefits, promoting the circular economy in bio-based industries.

Advanced Analytical Methods for Biofuels and Renewable Energies
Covers the latest advancements in analytical techniques used to assess the quality, performance, and sustainability of biofuels and renewable energies. This session highlights innovations in spectroscopy, chromatography, and other methodologies essential for improving biofuel production and utilization.

Biofuels I: Feedstock Pretreatment, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and Advances in Renewable Diesel Technologies
Joint Session with Processing Division
This session explores innovations in feedstock pretreatment methods, the growing role of sustainable aviation fuel, and technological advances in renewable diesel production. Presenters will cover breakthrough technologies and industrial applications to improve efficiency and sustainability in biofuel production.

Biofuels II: Demand Dynamics, Regulatory Landscape, Business Strategies, and Current Trends
Joint Session with Processing Division
Analyzes the current state of the biofuels market, focusing on supply and demand dynamics, regulatory impacts, and emerging business strategies. This session provides insights into industry trends, with a particular focus on the integration of biofuels into the global energy mix.

New Crops for Oils/Feedstocks
Joint Session with Biotechnology Division
This session focuses on the development and engineering of new crop varieties as sustainable sources of oils and feedstocks. Discuss the latest research in metabolic engineering, crop breeding, and the potential of novel oilseed crops to meet the growing demand for renewable resources.

Biorenewable Polymers
Joint Session with Biotechnology Division
Delve into the synthesis and application of polymers derived from renewable, lipid-based precursors. This session highlights advances in developing biorenewable polymers that mimic traditional petroleum-based products, with applications in various industries seeking sustainable alternatives.

General Industrial Oil Products Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to industrial oil products.

Industrial Oil Products Poster Sessions
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to industrial oil products.

Program organizer: Drew Elder, Lead Scientist, Food Protection, Kalsec, USA

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Lipid Oxidation Research
Explores the application of AI in advancing lipid oxidation research. This session covers predictive modeling, data-driven insights, and AI-driven innovations that enhance our understanding and control of lipid oxidation processes in food systems.

Impact of Lipid Oxidation on Other Food Components
Examines how lipid oxidation affects proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and other food components. The session delves into cross-reactions, off-flavors, and nutritional losses, providing insights into mitigating oxidation's negative impacts on overall food quality.

Lipid Oxidation and Sustainability: Influence on Food Waste and Packaging
Investigates the relationship between lipid oxidation, food waste, and sustainable packaging solutions. This session discusses strategies to reduce food loss through better oxidation control and the role of innovative packaging in extending shelf life.

Fundamentals of Lipid Oxidation: Mechanisms
Provides a deep dive into the underlying mechanisms of lipid oxidation. This session covers the chemical pathways, radical formation, and reaction intermediates that drive lipid oxidation, offering foundational knowledge for researchers and industry professionals.

Oxidation in Emulsions and Structured Systems
Focuses on the challenges and mechanisms of lipid oxidation in emulsified and structured systems. This session explores factors affecting stability, such as droplet size, interfacial composition, and the role of antioxidants in complex food matrices.

Identification of Novel Antioxidants and Their Efficacies
Explores the discovery and characterization of new antioxidants with potential applications in food systems. This session highlights innovative compounds, natural extracts, and their effectiveness in preventing lipid oxidation and enhancing product stability.

Application of Lipidomics in Lipid Oxidation and Quality
Joint Session with Health and Nutrition, and Analytical Divisions
Focuses on the role of lipidomics in studying lipid oxidation and its impact on food quality. This session highlights cutting-edge analytical techniques to monitor lipid oxidation at the molecular level and its implications for product stability and safety.

Novel Methods to Measure Lipid Oxidation and Antioxidant Activity
Joint Session with Analytical Division
Presents the latest advances in methodologies for assessing lipid oxidation and antioxidant effectiveness. This session highlights new analytical tools and techniques, including rapid assays, in situ monitoring, and high-throughput screening.

General Lipid Oxidation and Quality Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to lipid oxidation and quality.

Lipid Oxidation and Quality Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to lipid oxidation and quality.

Program organizer: Andrea Stange, Lead Product Development Scientist, Bunge, USA

Phospholipids in Medical Research and Applications
This session delves into the medical applications of phospholipids, highlighting their role in drug delivery systems, tissue engineering, and diagnostic tools. Presentations will cover cutting-edge research on phospholipid-based therapies and their potential in treating various diseases.

Lysophospholipids in Health and Disease
This session addresses the emerging research on lysophospholipids and their involvement in health and disease. Topics will include their regulatory role in inflammation, immune responses, and metabolic disorders, as well as their potential therapeutic applications.

Polar Lipids and Human Nutrition
Joint Session with Health and Nutrition Division
This session focuses on the role of phospholipids in human health and nutrition. Presentations will explore recent research on the metabolic functions of polar lipids, their influence on cellular health, cognitive function, and cardiovascular health, and their potential as functional food ingredients.

Personal Care & Cosmetics
Joint Session with Surfactants and Detergents Division
Discusses the formulation, functionality, and performance of surfactants and unique lipids in personal care and cosmetics. This session covers skin compatibility, sensory attributes, and the role of sustainable ingredients in developing effective and safe products.

General Phospholipid Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to phospholipids.

Phospholipid Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to phospholipids.

Program organizer: Juliana Leite Nobrega de Moura Bell, Associate Professor, University of California, Davis, USA

Innovative strategies to extract and process lipids from microbes, plants, and industrial streams
This session examines cutting-edge methods for lipid extraction from microbial, plant, and industrial by-product sources. Presenters will share breakthroughs in processing efficiency, sustainability, and economic viability, emphasizing the potential of underutilized lipid sources.

Enhancing processing feasibility: processing from oilseeds and pulses by-products
Discover innovative approaches to enhance the feasibility of processing oilseeds and pulses by-products. This session will highlight new techniques for valorization, extraction, and processing, with a focus on increasing efficiency and sustainability in oilseed and pulse industries.

Insights into industry dynamics: crushing, processing, regulations, and challenges
This session provides an in-depth look into the current dynamics of the oil and fats industry, from crushing to processing. Explore the impact of regulations and industry challenges on operations, market trends, and innovations in addressing production bottlenecks.

Optimizing energy and water efficiency in processing: strategies and innovations
As sustainability becomes increasingly important, this session will focus on strategies and technologies to optimize energy and water efficiency in lipid processing. Presentations will explore innovative approaches to reduce consumption while maintaining product quality and processing capacity.

Challenges and Solutions to Commercial Processing: Equipment Performance, Product Quality, Food Safety Challenges
This session addresses common issues encountered in commercial-scale processing, from equipment performance to product quality and food safety. Experts will discuss mitigation strategies, process improvements, and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.

Biofuels I: Feedstock Pretreatment, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and Advances in Renewable Diesel Technologies
Joint Session with Industrial Oil Products Division
This session explores innovations in feedstock pretreatment methods, the growing role of sustainable aviation fuel, and technological advances in renewable diesel production. Presenters will cover breakthrough technologies and industrial applications to improve efficiency and sustainability in biofuel production.

Biofuels II: Demand Dynamics, Regulatory Landscape, Business Strategies, and Current Trends
Joint Session with Industrial Oil Products Division
Analyzes the current state of the biofuels market, focusing on supply and demand dynamics, regulatory impacts, and emerging business strategies. This session provides insights into industry trends, with a particular focus on the integration of biofuels into the global energy mix.

Managing Processing Contaminants: Methodology and Mitigation Approaches
Joint Session with Analytical Division
Focusing on advancements in the detection and reduction of processing contaminants, this session will cover novel methodologies, regulatory considerations, and best practices for mitigation. Discussions will include solutions to manage contaminants in oils and lipid-based food products.

Cocoa butter processing: shortage and replacements for food applications
Joint Session with Edible Application Technology Division
With global cocoa butter shortages, this session focuses on alternative strategies for replacing or supplementing cocoa butter in food applications. Discussions will center around extraction techniques, sustainable replacements, and their functional and sensory impacts on food products.

Upcycling and Processing of Protein and Co-Products
Joint Session with Protein and Co-Products Division
This session focuses on innovative strategies for upcycling protein-rich co-products from food processing streams. Topics will include novel methods for enhancing the nutritional value, functionality, and market potential of these upcycled ingredients for food and industrial applications.

General Processing Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to processing.

Processing Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to processing.

Program organizer: Kaustav Majumder, Assistant Professor, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA

Protein Chemistry and Interactions in the Food Matrix: Sustainable Processing and Product Development
This session focuses on the fundamental understanding of protein chemistry and its interactions within the food matrix. Topics will include how these interactions can be leveraged for sustainable processing and the development of novel food products with improved functionality and environmental impact.

Structure-Function Relationship in Protein Functionality
This session explores the intricate relationship between protein structure and its functional properties in food systems. Presentations will highlight how structural changes impact gelation, emulsification, and other functional properties, and the implications for food processing and formulation.

Green and Novel Processing for Sustainable Utilization of Proteins and Co-Products
Focusing on eco-friendly and innovative methods, this session covers the latest advancements in green processing technologies, including extraction and drying techniques, for the sustainable utilization of proteins and co-products. Emphasis is placed on reducing environmental impact while maintaining protein quality.

Protein-Based Materials and Co-Products for Food and Non-Food Applications
This session highlights the development of protein-based materials derived from food processing co-products. Discussions will cover the applications of these materials in food, packaging, textiles, and other non-food industries, emphasizing sustainability and circular economy approaches.

Novel Protein Sources for a Sustainable Future
As the demand for sustainable protein sources grows, this session will explore novel protein sources such as algae, insects, and alternative plant proteins. Presentations will address extraction, processing challenges, nutritional profiles, and potential applications across food and non-food sectors.

Upcycling and Processing of Protein and Co-Products
Joint Session with Processing Division
This session focuses on innovative strategies for upcycling protein-rich co-products from food processing streams. Topics will include novel methods for enhancing the nutritional value, functionality, and market potential of these upcycled ingredients for food and industrial applications.

Health-Beneficial Bioactivities of Proteins and Peptides
Joint Session with Health and Nutrition Division
This session will delve into the bioactive properties of proteins and peptides, exploring their roles in health promotion. Topics include anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects, as well as how these bioactivities can be enhanced through processing and formulation.

Plant-Based Proteins and Co-Products – Safety and Sustainability
Joint Session with Health and Nutrition Division
Examining the safety and sustainability of plant-based proteins and their co-products, this session will cover food safety, allergenicity, environmental impact, and regulatory aspects. Discussions will also include sustainable sourcing and processing strategies for plant proteins.

Fermentation – Biophysical and Biochemical Properties of Protein
Joint Session with Health and Nutrition, Biotechnology, and Processing Divisions
This session highlights the latest biotechnological innovations in the valorization of food proteins and co-products. Topics will include enzyme technology, fermentation, and microbial processes aimed at enhancing the functionality and value of protein-rich food by-products.

Biotechnological Advances in the Valorization of Food Protein and Co-Products
Joint Session with Biotechnology Division
This session highlights the latest biotechnological innovations in the valorization of food proteins and co-products. Topics will include enzyme technology, fermentation, and microbial processes aimed at enhancing the functionality and value of protein-rich food by-products.

Sensory and Flavor Aspects of Plant Proteins for Food Applications
Joint Session with Edible Application Technology Division
This session addresses the critical challenges of improving the sensory and flavor profiles of plant-based proteins for food applications. Presentations will cover recent advances in flavor masking, protein modification, and consumer perception, offering insights into developing more palatable plant-based food products.

General Protein and Co-Products Session
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to protein and co-products.

Protein and Co-Products Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to protein and co-products.

Program organizer: Hongwei Shen, Director, Cross Category Research & Innovation, Colgate-Palmolive Company, USA

Home Care
Focuses on the latest innovations, formulations, and performance evaluation in home care products. This session covers the science behind cleaning agents, surfactant blends, and their effectiveness in various household applications.

Fabric Care
Explores advancements in fabric care technologies, including detergents, softeners, and stain removers. This session highlights the interaction between surfactants and fabrics, as well as the impact of new ingredients on cleaning efficacy and fabric preservation.

Sustainability, LCA and Mass Balance for Surfactants & Detergents: Panel Discussion
A panel discussion that delves into the critical aspects of Sustainability, LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and circular mass balance ingredients in surfactants & formulations. Industry experts will explore challenges, regulatory frameworks, and the future of sustainable surfactant production.

Applications of HLD principles
Examines the application of Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Difference (HLD) principles in the formulation and optimization of surfactants. This session provides insights into how HLD can be leveraged to predict phase behavior and design efficient surfactant systems.

Industry and Institutional Applications
Explores the use and challenges of surfactants in industrial and institutional settings, including cleaners, disinfectants, additives for oil & mining, and other specialty applications. This session addresses the challenges of formulation, regulatory compliance, and performance in demanding environments.

Modeling, ML & AI in Surfactants
Investigates the role of modeling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in the design and optimization of surfactant systems. This session covers computational approaches to predict surfactant behavior, streamline formulation processes, and enhance product performance.

Functional Ingredients for Surfactant & Detergent Applications
Presents the latest advancements and innovations in functional ingredients that enhance the performance of surfactants and detergents including the chemistry behind these ingredients, their environmental impact, and their applications in various household and industrial cleaning products.

Feedstocks for Surfactants and Detergents - From Petrochemical to Biobased to Biowaste: Panel Discussion
This session brings experts from various fields together to discuss the evolving landscape of surfactant and detergent feedstocks from traditional petrochemical sources to sustainable biobased alternatives and the innovative use of biowaste materials. Panelists will share insights into the technological advances, economic considerations, and environmental impacts associated with these diverse feedstocks.

Personal Care & Cosmetics
Joint Session with Phospholipid Division
Discusses the formulation, functionality, and performance of surfactants and unique lipids in personal care and cosmetics. This session covers skin compatibility, sensory attributes, and the role of sustainable ingredients in developing effective and safe products.

Active Delivery Systems for People and Plants
Joint Session with Health and Nutrition Division
Covers the science of targeted delivery systems for active ingredients in both personal care and agricultural applications. This session focuses on encapsulation technologies, targeted delivery mechanisms, and controlled release systems that enhance the efficacy of actives to benefit both humans and plants.

Biosurfactants and Biobased Surfactants
Joint Session with Biotechnology Division
Highlights the latest innovations and scientific advancements in the development and application of biosurfactants and bio-based surfactants in various industries. This session discusses their sourcing, processes, sustainability, performance characteristics, and industrial applications.

General Surfactants and Detergents
New areas of research or approaches not covered in other sessions related to surfactants and detergents.

Surfactants and Detergents Poster Session
Visual display of up-to-date, high-quality research relevant to surfactants and detergents.