Advancing Gut Microbiome Research for Applications in Health and Food Innovation

Day 1 – November 25, 2024, 08:45 – 18:00 hr

• Session 1 - Human Gut Microbiota – Updates on Science and Research in Southeast Asia
• Session 2 - Technologies and Food Innovations to Advance Gut Microbiota and Health
• Session 3 - Infant Gut Microbiota and Health
• Panel Session

Day 2 – November 26, 2024, 08:30 – 18:00 hr

• Rapid-fire Poster Presentation Session - for Shortlisted Posters
• Session 4 - Gut Microbiota, Metabolic Health and the Gut-brain Axis
• Session 5 - Functional Biotics and its Applications in Southeast Asia
• Session 6 - Developments in Regulations and Consumer Insights in Southeast Asia
  
• Panel Session

Please refer below for the full program and presenters details.

The following posters were submitted by several academicians and researchers, students, healthcare professionals, government, policy and regulatory authority, and industry innovators, in line with the symposium's session themes.

Browse through their e-posters below:

101 Influence of novel food containing microalgae on microbe-host interactions
Marta Arbrile, Madeleine Drexler, Philane Bok, Andrea Spaccasassi, Deborah Haecker, Corinna Dawid, Dirk Haller

102 Low protein diet ameliorates MASLD in a gut microbiota-dependent manner
Yi Rou Bah, Dayang Nurul Asyiqin, Sunny Wong Hei, Nguan Soon Tan, Kazuyuki Kasahara

103 Oral Probiotics for the Treatment and Prevention of Atopic Dermatitis
Pei En Goh, Jo Ee Kew, Keyun Look, Shi Ying Ong, Shireen Ali Fahed Qassem Abu Nejra, Yun Jing Tiong, Kavita Reginald

104 Theabrownin ameliorates experimental colitis and modulating gut microbiota in mice
Emily Kwun Kwan Lo, Junsheng He, Hani El-Nezami, Jun Li

105 Impact of Sago Consumption on Gut Microbiome Composition and Urine Metabolome Profiles: A Cross-Sectional Study from Malaysia
Chui Yang Mok, Polly Soo Xi Yap, Qasim Ayub, Ashish Dutt, Sadequr Rahman, Sal Hazreen Bugam, Effa Maria Noorzali, Mohammad Izzuandy Yusop, Chun Wie Chong

106 How Aflatoxin B1 Affects Brain Health? The Role of Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis in Depression
Mohd-Redzwan Sabran, Woei Chung Ng, Syarminie Subramaniam, Winnie-Pui-Pui Liew

107 Role of the Gut Microbiome in Human Health: A Report of the ILSI South East Asia Region Gut Microbiome Conference Series
Sim Shao Zhe Edric, Conway Patricia Lynne, Smith Geoffry, Yeong Boon Yee

108 Exploring the link between maternal mental health trajectories and gut microbiome: insights from the ‘Singapore Preconception Study of Long-Term Maternal and Child Outcomes’ (S-PRESTO) cohort
Noor Hidayatul Aini Suaini, Hui Xing Lau, Sandheep Ransilu Piyasanka, Yap Qai Ven2, Michelle Kee Zhi Ling, Michael Meaney, Xu Jia1, Lee Bee Wah, Lynette Shek Pei-chi, Chan Shiao-yng, Kewin Siah Tien Ho, Jerry Chan Kok Yen, Delicia Ooi Shu Qin, Niranjan Nagarajan, Neerja Karnani, Chan Yiong Huak, Johan Gunnar Eriksson, Evelyn Loo Xiu Ling

109 Delivery of nucleic acids in the gut microbiota using cyclic D,L-α-peptides
Shaun Tan, Kazuyuki Kasahara, Benson Chen Po-Shen

110 Randomized Controlled Trial using Multi-strain Probiotic Supplementation with Standard Care in Mild to Moderate Ulcerative Colitis: A Preliminary Data
Muhammad Ikhmal Rosali, Raja Affendi Raja Ali, Khairul Najmi Muhammad Nawawi, Deborah Chia Hsin Chew, Hajar Fauzan Ahmad, Norfilza Mohd Mokhtar

111 From Deficiency to Diversity: Red Palm Olein-enriched Biscuits Potentially Enhance Gut Health in Vitamin A-deificent Children
Tan Pei Yee, Radhika Loganathan, Yvonne Lim Ai Lian, Lee Soo Ching, Kanga Rani Selvaduray, Teng Kim Tiu, Syahirah NadiahMohd Johari

112 Compositional Characteristics of Bat Gut Microbiota in Co-infection with High Spillover Risk Viruses
Juanjuan Yi, Mang Shi, Jun Li

113 Fermentation of oats with probiotics for enhanced nutritional and microbiome related benefits
Wong LL, Sim SZE , Kjelleberg S, Conway PL

114 Production of Insect Protein Hydrolysate using Microbial Fermentation
Zhang Penghui, Seow Kelyn, Sim Shao Zhe Edric, Case Rebecca, Steven Rachel, Wein Leo, Wang Yulan, Conway Patricia Lynne

115 Multi-omics profiles of the gut microbiome in obese preschool children
Shiyu Yan

116 The Influence of Food Choices on Gut Microbiome-derived Short-chain Fatty Acids and Bone Health in Preadolescent Malaysian Children
Kanimolli Arasu, Yi Qi Cheow, Kooi Yeong Khaw, Chun Wie Chong, Connie M Weaver, Winnie Siew Swee Chee

117 Processing of Development Dadih Powder on Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) as A Locally Source Probiotic from West Sumatra, Indonesia
Helmizar, Restu Sakinah, Rina Agustina

118 The gut and cognitive frailty in older adults: Are microbiota, intestinal permeability, and intestinal inflammation the critical links?
Nurul Izzati Ahmad Fadzuli, Hazwanie Iliana Hairul Hisham, Siong Meng Lim, Abu Bakar Abdul Majeed, Maw Pin Tan, Suzana Shahar, Hui Min Khor, Ai Huey Tan, Chun Wie Chong, Kalavathy Ramasamy

119 Anti-Angiogenic Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LAB12-derived Postbiotics for Chemoprevention Against Colorectal Cancer
Umi Khalsom Mohd Bajuri, Kalavathy Ramasamy, Siong Meng Lim

120 Association of Fasting Plasma Peptide YY and Glucagon-like Peptide-1 with Gestational Weight Gain in the Second Trimester of Pregnancy in Indonesia
Dwi Susanti, Davrina Rianda, Dyana Santika Sari, Erfi Prafiantini, Ninik Mudjihartini, Budi Wiweko, Anuraj Shankar, Rina Agustina

121 Antibiofilm Potential of Lactic Acid Bacteria: Mechanisms of Cell-Free Supernatant, Metabolite Insights, and Prospects for Edible Coating Applications in Food Quality Control
Mohd Fakharul Zaman Raja Yahya, Mohd Shafiq Aazmi, Muhamad Fareez Ismail

122 The Efficacy of Yeast Beta Glucan 1,3/1,6 Supplementation on Respiratory Infection, Fatigue, Immune Markers, and Gut Health Among Moderate Stress Adults in Klang Valley of Malaysia: Protocol for a Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel Group Study
Nur Nadia Mohamad Habibullah, Suzana Shahar, Munirah Ismail, Norhayati Ibrahim, Mohd Zul Amin Kamaruddin, Shirley Gee Hoon Tang, Mohd Faisal Abdul Hamid, Kalavathy Ramasamy

The Symposium will be held IN-PERSON at:

Sapphire Ballrom, Level 1
Avanté Hotel
1 Persiaran Bandar Utama Bandar Utama
PJU 6, Bandar Utama, 47800
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

ILSI SEA Region

ILSI Southeast Asia Region (ILSI SEA Region) is a regional branch of the International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI), a nonprofit, worldwide organization whose mission is to provide science that improves human health and well-being, and safeguards the environment. Established in 1978 and headquartered in Washington, DC, USA, ILSI carries out its work through a global network of 10 entities across the world. ILSI has specialized consultative status with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).
ILSI SEA Region seeks to achieve ILSI’s mission by fostering collaboration among experts from academia, government, and industry, to provide a balance of perspectives and ensure its scientific outcomes are useful at the local, national and international levels. Its activities include scientific meetings and conferences, capability development programs, and research and community projects. ILSI SEA Region’s scientific programs are guided by the principles of integrity, independence and transparency. By maintaining our neutrality and independence, we have worked closely and effectively with our key stakeholder groups from academia, industry, international organizations and governments.

School of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway University, Malaysia

Sunway University is one of Malaysia’s leading private universities. Upholding values-based education, the University strives to ensure the campus community develops a sustainable mindset by embracing an ecological worldview, understanding systems perspective, and developing emotional intelligence. Sunway University is part of the Sunway Education Group which is owned and governed by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation, Malaysia’s largest education-focused social enterprise, where operating surpluses are channelled back into the institutions or disbursed as scholarships, research grants and faculty or facility expansion funds.
The Sunway University School of Medical and Life Sciences is dedicated to revolutionising healthcare development in the region. The School comprises five Academic Departments and Research Centres, including the Sunway Microbiome Centre – a Centre that focuses on the research of microbiota in health and disease. The Sunway Microbiome Centre collaborates nationally and internationally with researchers across multiple disciplines to advance microbiome research, and unravel how naturally existing microbial species in the digestive system influence the occurrence and progression of a variety of human illnesses and diseases.

Nutrition Society of Malaysia

Established in 1985, the Nutrition Society of Malaysia is a non-profit professional organisation with 500 members, comprising mainly of nutritionists. Its objectives are to 1) promote, advance, and disseminate scientific knowledge of food and nutrition, and 2) promote healthy eating and active living amongst all Malaysians. As a professional organisation, NSM is guided by a simple belief – the more people understand food and nutrition, the better they can care for their health and wellbeing. For that reason, NSM supports the advancement of research, sharing practical insights and important discoveries for the benefits for all. NSM also support the Government’s efforts in promoting healthy nutrition in the society to combat nutrient deficiencies as well as diet-related chronic diseases in the country (e.g. obesity, diabetes, hypertension and coronary heart disease). In caring for the community, NSM continuously disseminate practical nutrition information to the young and old alike, guiding them to discover the benefits of good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University (LKCMedicine, NTU), Singapore

NTU is a research-intensive public university ranked amongst the world’s top universities. It is also home to world-renowned autonomous institutes including the Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a medical campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district.
Established in 2010 by NTU, Singapore in partnership with Imperial College London, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) aims to be a model for innovative medical education and a centre for transformative research. The School’s primary clinical partner is the National Healthcare Group, a leader in public healthcare and quality medical expertise, facilities and teaching. LKCMedicine is transitioning to an NTU Medical School, ahead of the 2028 successful conclusion of the NTU-Imperial partnership to set up a Joint Medical School. The School welcomed its first intake of the NTU MBBS programme in August 2024, emphasizing themes including precision medicine and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with an expanded scope in the medical humanities.

 International Food Safety Training Centre Malaysia (IFSTC) / Food Safety and Quality Programme (FSP), Ministry of Health, Malaysia

GOLD SPONSORS

ILSI Global
ILSI is a global, non-profit federation dedicated to generating and advancing emerging science and groundbreaking research to ensure foods are safe, nutritious and sustainable, and that they improve planetary and human health and well-being in the 21st century.
ILSI convenes scientists at the forefront of research on nutrition, food safety and sustainability, and operates within a framework of the highest principles of scientific integrity. ILSI's trusted experts and volunteers around the world work synergistically and transparently across academia and the public and private sectors.
ILSI envisions a future where its thought leadership positively impacts health and sustainability through decisions informed by science, and provides input to overcome global food challenges through collaboration across sectors.

Beneo
Beneo has long-term experience in developing and producing plant-based functional ingredients from natural sources for the food, feed and pharmaceutical industries. By supporting health and optimising taste and texture, they help improve the nutritional and technical properties of a wide variety of products.

Through a unique chain of expertise, BENEO offers customers advice and inspiration on new product ideas that support a healthy lifestyle in a holistic way. This includes the BENEO-Institute that provides decisive insights into nutrition science and legislation, and the BENEO-Technology Center that consults in application technology.

Formed in 2007, BENEO is active in over 80 countries, employs more than 1200 people and has six state-of-the-art production sites in Belgium, Chile, Germany, Italy and the Netherlands that deliver high-quality ingredients at all times.

Wellous
Wellous is committed to simplifying wellness through premium products backed by scientifically validated ingredients. As a leader in health and wellness, we enhance individual well-being and foster a health-focused community with natural solutions driven by three pillars: Specialized Product Development, Proprietary Technology, and an Engaging Social Commerce Network. Expanding from Malaysia into the Asia Pacific, Wellous maintains high product standards while scaling operations through R&D partnerships and innovation. Collaborating with educational institutions and our Medical and Research Board of Advisors (MRBA), we develop cutting-edge formulations that blend modern science with traditional remedies, ensuring product efficacy, safety, and reliable wellness solutions.

Yakult
More than 90 years ago, Dr. Minoru Shirota, the founder of Yakult, pursued preventive medicine and succeeded in strengthening and culturing our representative strain Lacticaseibacillus paracasei strain Shirota (previously known as Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota). He then released an inexpensive, good-tasting fermented milk drink “Yakult” in 1935 so that as many people as possible could benefit from this lactic acid bacteria. Today, about 40 million bottles of our dairy products are consumed in 40 countries and regions across the world.

Since its founding, as a pioneer in the field of Probiotics, Yakult has been expanding our operations to food and beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products based on scientific evidence. With the passionate desire of our founder, we contribute to the health and happiness of people around the world through the pursuit of excellence in life science in general and our research and experience in microorganisms in particular.

SILVER SPONSORS

Junlebao

Founded in 1995, Junlebao Dairy Group has been dedicated to the development of dairy industry for the past 26 years, providing consumers with nutritious, healthy, and safe dairy products. The Group now has over 14,000 employees (including outsourced staff), and focuses on four major sectors, including infant and toddler formula, cold yogurt, room-temperature milk, and animal husbandry, with 21 manufacturing plants (including those under construction) in Hebei, Henan, Jiangsu, Jilin provinces and other places and 17 modern large-sized dairy farms. Junlebao Dairy Group has a nationwide sales network.
In recent years, Junlebao has continuously reinforced its R&D activities and innovation, optimized the product structure, and endeavored to promote the high-quality development of the dairy industry. It initiated the production and the operation model of “integrated whole industrial chain” and “world-class advantages in five aspects”, strictly pursuant to the principle of four “Mosts”: the most optimal quality, the most competitive brand, the most reliable product and the most satisfactory product for consumers.

Novonesis
In 2024 Chr. Hansen and Novozymes joined forces to form Novonesis.​
We are 10,000 people worldwide whose expertise spans more than 30 different industries. All around the world our biosolutions already create value for thousands of customers and benefit the planet. Our biosolutions enable feeding and fueling the world more sustainably, from healthy and sustainable nutrition to biofuel.
Novonesis Human Health Biosolutions offer scientifically-researched and clinically-tested solutions for a stronger body and mind to support people navigate to better lifelong health. Our portfolio is manufactured at scale in-house and includes prebiotics, probiotics, enzymes, novel vitamins, proteins and many other biosolutions to help you meet people’s complex needs.

Singapore National Biofilm Consortium (SNBC)
The Singapore National Biofilm Consortium (SNBC), launched in February 2019, is one of the technology consortia funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF), Singapore. It is currently administered under the Consortium Management Office hosted in A*STAR, Singapore. The Singapore National Biofilm Consortium (SNBC) initiative is based on a multidisciplinary research platform and skill base, with translational capacity, on microbial biofilm biology and technology, at SCELSE and other institutions across Singapore. SNBC serves as a coordinating platform at the convergence of health, engineering, technology and science, that integrates innovation and business in the area of biofilm and microbiome technologies to address emerging challenges across diverse industries. SNBC aims to foster collaboration, innovation and translational research across academia and industry within Singapore’s R&D ecosystem as well as internationally.

U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC)
The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) is a non-profit, independent membership organization that represents the global trade interests of U.S. dairy producers, proprietary processors and cooperatives, ingredient suppliers. Founded in 1995, USDEC is committed to enriching the well-being of people, communities, and the planet, and to sharing science-backed information on the health, nutritional and sustainability benefits U.S. dairy delivers.