ILSI Southeast Asia Region organizes over 50 events – workshops, symposia, scientific session and more – each year. Explore recent and past events here for agendas, speaker presentations, and summaries.
Past Events
Webinar on The Safety, Benefit and Uses of Low/No Calorie Sweeteners
04/11/2020
Jakarta, Indonesia
2nd National Workshop on Nutrient Profiling in Indonesia
02/11/2020
Jakarta, Indonesia
Virtual Conference on Whole Genome Sequencing
28/10/2020 – 29/10/2020
Sydney, Australia
Whole Genome Sequencing for Better Public Health and Food Safety Outcome
Webinar on Science Communication: Bridging the Gap from Knowledge to Behavior
23/10/2020
Singapore, Singapore
Webinar on Nutrients for Optimal Health: Evidence-based Science and Innovation for Public Health and Consumer Guidance
15/10/2020
Singapore, Singapore
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Oct 18, 2020
Session 1: An introduction to Low/ No-Calorie Sweetener
- LNCS Program and Regulation in Indonesia
Dr. Dra. Sutanti Siti Namtini, Apt, Ph.D, Director, BPOM Processed Food Standardization, Indonesia - Global Perspective on LNCS: Scientific Approach & Safety Assessment of LNCS
Dr. Ashley Roberts, President, ARToxicology Inc., Canada (*tbc) - Managing the Safety Risk of LNCS
Prof. Purwiyatno Hariyadi, Vice-Chair, Codex / Professor, Bogor Agricultural University, Indonesia
- LNCS Program and Regulation in Indonesia
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Oct 18, 2020
LNCS Benefits for Health and Product Innovation/ Reformulation
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- Science Evidence-Based Support: Impact of LNCS and the Health Outcomes
Dr. John Sievenpiper, Associate Professor, University of Toronto, Canada - The Role of LNCS for Product Reformulation & Innovation
Mr. Adhi S. Lukman, Chairman, GAPMMI, Indonesia - Discussion
LNCS Challenge & Opportunity;
How to address/connect the risk assessment and risk management of LNCS in Indonesia
- Science Evidence-Based Support: Impact of LNCS and the Health Outcomes
- Summary and Next Steps
Prof. Dedi Fardiaz, Professor, SEAFAST Center, Bogor Agricultural University, Indonesia
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MEET THE SPEAKERS
Dr. Puspo Edi Giriwono Dr. Dra. Sutanti Namtini Dr. Ashley Roberts Prof. Purwiyatno Hariyadi Prof. Dedi Fardiaz Dr. John Sievenpiper Mr. Adhi S. Lukman Dr. Emran Kartasasmita [post_title] => Webinar on The Safety, Benefit and Uses of Low/No Calorie Sweeteners [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => lncs-2020 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2021-03-10 05:13:44 [post_modified_gmt] => 2021-03-10 05:13:44 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://ilsisea-region.org/?post_type=event&p=3582 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => event [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [1] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 3590 [post_author] => 21 [post_date] => 2020-10-19 02:46:08 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-10-19 02:46:08 [post_content] =>Objectives
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Oct 18, 2020
2nd National Workshop on Nutrient Profiling in Indonesia (By Invitation Only)
Moderator: Dr. Puspo Edi Giriwono, IPB University, Indonesia
- Opening and Welcome
Ms. Pauline Chan, ILSI SEA Region, Singapore & Mrs. Rita Endang, National Agency for Drug and Food Control (BPOM), Indonesia - Current Implementation of Nutrition Profile & HCL
Dr. Sutanti Siti Namtini, BPOM, Indonesia - Strategies on Low Sugar, Salt and Fats for NCD Prevention - Current Progress in Indonesia
Dr. Ratna Budi Hapsari, Ministry of Health (MOH), Indonesia - Update on Healthier Choice Symbol (HCS) Program Recategorization and Implementation
Ms. Charissa Lim, Health Promotion Board (HPB), Singapore - Status Update on Thailand HCL Implementation
Prof. Visith Chavasit, Institute of Nutrition, Mahidol (INMU), Thailand - Industry’s Challenge & Opportunity in Meeting the HCL Criteria for Instant Noodle & RTD Beverage
Mrs. Susana, Indonesian Food & Beverage Association (GAPPMI), Indonesia & Mr. Triyono Prijosoesilo, Beverage Industry Association (ASRIM), Indonesia - Consumer Awareness on Label & Healthier Choice Product
Dr. Megawati Simanjuntak, IPB University, Indonesia
- Opening and Welcome
Who Should Join? (By Invitation Only)
- Government Officers
- Academia
- Industry Representatives
- Consumers
Meet the Moderator and Speakers
Ms. Pauline Chan
Director, Scientific Programs, ILSI SEA Region, Singapore
Mrs. Rita Endang
Deputy of Processed Food Control, BPOM, Indonesia
BiographyDr. Puspo Edi Giriwono
Assistant Professor, Institut Pertanian Bogor (IPB) University, Indonesia
BiographyDr. Sutanti Siti Namtini
Director of Processed Food Standardization, BPOM, Indonesia
BiographyDr. Ratna Budi Hapsari
Head of Subdirectorate, NCD Prevention and Control, Ministry of Health (MOH), Indonesia
BiographyMs. Charissa Lim
Manager, Division of Research and Surveillance, Health Promotion Board (HPB), Singapore
BiographyProf. Visith Cavasith
Faculty Member, Institute of Nutrition, Mahidol University, Thailand
BiographyMrs. Susana
Technical Regulatory Affair Team, Indonesian Food & Beverage Association (GAPPMI), Indonesia
BiographyMr. Triyono Prijosoesilo
Chairman, Beverage Industry Association (ASRIM), Indonesia
BiographyDr. Megawati Simanjuntak
Lecturer, Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, Faculty of Human Ecology, IPB University, Indonesia
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This conference, run over 2 consecutive afternoon sessions, considers the key question - ‘How can this powerful technology further protect public health and address food safety concerns in the 21st century?’ You will hear from leading scientists using WGS daily, in their research and development work. Practitioners will present case studies showing how these evolving technologies can be productively used by industry to inform food safety practice and mitigate food safety risks to protect public health.
International Life Sciences Institute SEAR Australasia (ILSI), the New Zealand Food Safety Science and Research Centre and AIFST are collaborating to showcase the latest in WGS science and implementation practice. Drawing on international expertise and Australasia’s leading researchers and industry practitioners, this conference will not only bring to you the latest science, it will reveal the enormous potential of WGS technology when applied to the critical matters of public health and food safety.
What areas will be covered?➢ What is WGS? The science essentials of WGS and its role in improving public health and food safety.
➢ How to communicate WGS findings to stakeholders? Key messaging to industry, government, consumers, information flow during a food safety event.
➢ How is it being used today? Speakers will present case studies from public health and the food industry and will discuss how these technologies have been used in both settings.
➢ What are the regulatory implications? A panel will discuss the national, international, legal, and data implications of using this technology.
Who is it for? This conference is a must for professionals from the public health and food industry, science, academia, and government.
Program
Session 1 : October 28, 2020; 12:30PM - 14:45PM Sydney Time (GMT +10)Using Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) for Better Food Safety and Public Health Session 2 : October 29, 2020; 12:30PM - 14:45PM Sydney Time (GMT +10)
Applying WGS and Communicating to Stakeholders Click here to download program
Speaker Biographies
Click here to download speaker biographiesRegistration
For ILSI / AIFST/ NZIFST/ NZFSSRC Members
AUD $60 per sessionor
AUD $100 for both sessions
For Non-members
AUD $75 per sessionor
AUD $120 for both sessions
Students / Graduate Members
AUD $30 per sessionor
AUD $50 for both sessions
**Please contact aifst@aifst.com.au for a discount code when you show proof of student status.
Click Here to Register for Session on Oct 28, 2020 Click Here to Register for Session on Oct 29, 2020 Click Here to Register for Both SessionsIf you have any inquiry, kindly contact Dr. Janet Gorst at admin@ilsi.org.au.
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There is growing recognition that in our increasingly urbanized world, there are widening gaps in nutrition well-being across populations. This has given rise to concerns about public health issues related to diet and lifestyle; food and nutrition security; as well as the environment and sustainability. Advances in nutrition science and knowledge, and innovations in technology are driving governments to provide more robust policy guidance, ignite research and initiate new approaches towards reshaping consumers' dietary practices.
However, new media and globalized channels of communication have unfortunately allowed misinformation to proliferate, including misinformation in the areas of food, nutrition and technological innovations in the food supply chain. This has generated widespread public confusion, misunderstanding, and misleading guidance for consumers.
In this fast-evolving landscape, it is even more critical for effective public policy to be informed by evidence-based science. This in turn depends on scientists and experts to conduct research, evaluate results, and communicate their findings to stakeholders for sound decision-making.
This 2-part webinar series to be organized on October 15 and October 23, will bring eminent researchers, thought-leaders in nutrition science, and experienced science communication experts to share their insights, discuss appropriate dietary guidance, and recommend strategies for translating evidence-based science into effective public health policies and consumer guidance.
WEBINAR ON NUTRIENTS FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH: EVIDENCE-BASED SCIENCE, INNOVATION FOR PUBLIC HEALTH AND CONSUMER GUIDANCEAgenda
Brief:Introduction to ILSI SEA Region
Mrs. Boon Yee Yeong, Executive Director, ILSI SEA Region, Singapore Presentation 1:
Science and Science Communication: How to be More Effective?
Ms. Sylvia Rowe, President of SR Strategy, USA • Understand the environment for which the science communication is built on
• Discuss the role of science & science experts, process and priorities in informing public policy, health and nutrition guidance
• Explore what is effective science communication and how can scientists from multi-sectors contribute? Presentation 2:
Transcending Boundaries between Scientists & the Public: Challenges & Communication Strategies
Prof. Joan Leach, Director of the Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, Australian National University, Australia • Can a system approach help identify where science communication can play a role in bridging the information-transformation gap to ensure credibility and reliability?
• Discuss challenges for science communication in the era of social media and digital innovation - Whose responsibility? and how can the public be empowered to make better informed choices Presentation 3:
Risk vs Benefit Communication: Linking Food, Technology and Consumer Behavior
Prof. Lynn Frewer, Professor of Food and Society at the Centre for Rural Economy, Newcastle University, UK • Understand consumer perception towards risks and benefits and its influence on their acceptance of emerging technologies and food innovations (e.g. gene editing, cultured meat, novel proteins, etc.)
• Overcoming barriers for effective communication of new technologies and innovations to the public Panel Discussion:
Navigating the Complexity of Science, Food and Society for Public Health Communication - Perspectives in Asia
Moderator: Dr. E-Siong Tee, Nutrition Consultant, TES NutriHealth Strategic Consultancy, Malaysia
Panelists:
- Ms. Sylvia Rowe, President of SR Strategy, USA
- Ms. Shiow Chin Tan, Deputy Editor of Health, Star Media Group Bhd, Malaysia
- Dr. Palangpon Kongsaeree, Dean of Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Thailand
- Dr. SubbaRao M Gavaravarapu, Head of Nutrition Information, Communication & Health Education (NICHE) Division, ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition, India Closing Remarks:
Mr. Geoffry Smith, President of ILSI SEA Region, Singapore
Meet the Speakers and Panelists
Ms. Sylvia Rowe
President of SR Strategy, USA
BIOGRAPHY VIEW PRESENTATIONProf. Joan Leach
Director of the Australian National Centre for Public Awareness of Science, Australian National University, Australia
BIOGRAPHY VIEW PRESENTATIONProf. Lynn Frewer
Professor of Food and Society at the Centre for Rural Economy, Newcastle University, UK
BIOGRAPHY VIEW PRESENTATIONDr. E-Siong Tee
Nutrition Consultant, TES NutriHealth Strategic Consultancy, Malaysia
BIOGRAPHYMs. Shiow Chin Tan
Deputy Editor of Health, Star Media Group Bhd, Malaysia
BIOGRAPHYDr. Palangpon Kongsaeree
Dean of Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Thailand
BIOGRAPHYDr. SubbaRao M Gavaravarapu
Head of the Nutrition Information, Communication & Health Education (NICHE) Division, ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition, India
BIOGRAPHYRegistration (Closed)
Registration Fees Per Webinar:Industry: SGD40
Academia/Government/NGO: SGD25 Note: This webinar will be held on October 23, 2020, at 10.00 AM SGT, GMT +8.00
7.30 AM in New Delhi | 9.00 AM in Bangkok
10.00 AM in Beijing | 11.00 AM in Seoul & Tokyo
1.00 PM in Sydney | 3.00 PM in Auckland Registration Instructions:
1. Please click the 'REGISTER HERE' button above and complete the registration form.
2. After registration, please allow our ILSI SEA Region Secretariat 3-5 working days to process your registration and contact you regarding the payment.
3. A confirmation email with the GoToWebinar link will be sent to you upon payment.
4. Please add the webinar invitation in the email to your calendar. You will receive 2 email reminders, 1 day and 1 hour before the start of the webinar.
Contact Us
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There is growing recognition that in our increasingly urbanized world, there are widening gaps in nutrition well-being across populations. This has given rise to concerns about public health issues related to diet and lifestyle; food and nutrition security; as well as the environment and sustainability. Advances in nutrition science and knowledge, and innovations in technology are driving governments to provide more robust policy guidance, ignite research and initiate new approaches towards reshaping consumers' dietary practices.
However, new media and globalized channels of communication have unfortunately allowed misinformation to proliferate, including misinformation in the areas of food, nutrition and technological innovations in the food supply chain. This has generated widespread public confusion, misunderstanding, and misleading guidance for consumers.
In this fast-evolving landscape, it is even more critical for effective public policy to be informed by evidence-based science. This in turn depends on scientists and experts to conduct research, evaluate results, and communicate their findings to stakeholders for sound decision-making.
This 2-part webinar series to be organized on October 15 and October 23, will bring eminent researchers, thought-leaders in nutrition science, and experienced science communication experts to share their insights, discuss appropriate dietary guidance, and recommend strategies for translating evidence-based science into effective public health policies and consumer guidance.
WEBINAR ON SCIENCE COMMUNICATION - BRIDGING THE GAP FROM KNOWLEDGE TO BEHAVIORAgenda
Brief:Introduction to ILSI SEA Region
Mrs. Boon Yee Yeong, Executive Director, ILSI SEA Region, Singapore Presentation 1:
The Evolving Nutrition Continuum from Science to Policy and Consumer Guidance
Prof. Connie Weaver, Professor Emerita of Nutrition Science, Purdue University, USA • Delve into the evolving landscape of nutritional science, highlighting the continuum from nutrients research, assessing requirements to the complexity of dietary guidelines development for public health and consumer guidance
• Share key learnings using examples from the 2005-2020 Dietary Guidelines Presentation 2:
Protein Challenges? "Beyond the Impossible" - Health, Sustainability and Innovation
Prof. David Cameron-Smith, Senior Principal Investigator of Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), A*STAR, Singapore • Revisiting protein science, assessing requirements and achieving optimal needs of target populations
• Understand the trends and driver for innovation in current and alternate protein sources, rationale and sustainable approaches beyond marketing hype in delivering health benefits and nutrition security Presentation 3:
'Optimal' Diets for Metabolic Health - Is There An Asian Solution?
Prof. Christiani Jeyakumar Henry, Director of Clinical Nutrition Research Centre (CNRC) and Senior Advisor of Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), A*STAR, Singapore • Discuss the concept, emerging trends and the redefining of the 'Optimal' Diets of relevance to the Asian population in the context of metabolic health
• Explore solutions through bridging research needs, health policy and in overcoming barriers of transforming science to food system and market that facilitates consumer acceptance Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Mr. Geoffry Smith, President, ILSI SEA Region, Singapore
Panelists:
- Prof. Connie Weaver, Professor Emerita of Nutrition Science, Purdue University, USA
- Prof. David Cameron-Smith, Senior Principal Investigator of Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), A*STAR, Singapore
- Prof. Christiani Jeyakumar Henry, Director of Clinical Nutrition Research Centre (CNRC) and Senior Advisor of Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), A*STAR, Singapore
- Dr. Yen Ling Low, Divisional Vice President Scientific & Medical Affairs of Abbott Nutrition R&D, Singapore Closing Remarks:
Mr. Geoffry Smith, President, ILSI SEA Region, Singapore
Meet the Speakers and Panelists
Prof. Connie Weaver
Professor Emerita of Nutrition Science, Purdue University, USA
BIOGRAPHY VIEW PRESENTATION
Prof. David Cameron-Smith
Senior Principal Investigator of Singapore Institute for Clinical Sciences (SICS), A*STAR, Singapore
BIOGRAPHY VIEW PRESENTATIONProf. Christiani Jeyakumar Henry
Director of Clinical Nutrition Research Centre (CNRC) and Senior Advisor of Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), A*STAR, Singapore
BIOGRAPHY VIEW PRESENTATIONMr. Geoffry Smith
President of ILSI SEA Region, Singapore
BIOGRAPHYDr. Yen Ling Low
Divisional Vice President of Scientific & Medical Affairs, Abbott Nutrition R&D, Singapore
BIOGRAPHYRegistration (Closed)
Registration Fees Per Webinar:Industry: SGD40
Academia/Government/NGO: SGD25 Note: This webinar will be held on October 15, 2020, at 10.00 AM SGT, GMT +8.00
7.30 AM in New Delhi | 9.00 AM in Bangkok
10.00 AM in Beijing | 11.00 AM in Seoul & Tokyo
1.00 PM in Sydney | 3.00 PM in Auckland Registration Instructions:
1. Please click the 'REGISTER HERE' button above and complete the registration form.
2. After registration, please allow our ILSI SEA Region Secretariat 3-5 working days to process your registration and contact you regarding the payment.
3. A confirmation email with the GoToWebinar link will be sent to you upon payment.
4. Please add the webinar invitation in the email to your calendar. You will receive 2 email reminders, 1 day and 1 hour before the start of the webinar.
Contact Us
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Oct 18, 2020
Session 1: An introduction to Low/ No-Calorie Sweetener
- LNCS Program and Regulation in Indonesia
Dr. Dra. Sutanti Siti Namtini, Apt, Ph.D, Director, BPOM Processed Food Standardization, Indonesia - Global Perspective on LNCS: Scientific Approach & Safety Assessment of LNCS
Dr. Ashley Roberts, President, ARToxicology Inc., Canada (*tbc) - Managing the Safety Risk of LNCS
Prof. Purwiyatno Hariyadi, Vice-Chair, Codex / Professor, Bogor Agricultural University, Indonesia
- LNCS Program and Regulation in Indonesia
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Oct 18, 2020
LNCS Benefits for Health and Product Innovation/ Reformulation
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- Science Evidence-Based Support: Impact of LNCS and the Health Outcomes
Dr. John Sievenpiper, Associate Professor, University of Toronto, Canada - The Role of LNCS for Product Reformulation & Innovation
Mr. Adhi S. Lukman, Chairman, GAPMMI, Indonesia - Discussion
LNCS Challenge & Opportunity;
How to address/connect the risk assessment and risk management of LNCS in Indonesia
- Science Evidence-Based Support: Impact of LNCS and the Health Outcomes
- Summary and Next Steps
Prof. Dedi Fardiaz, Professor, SEAFAST Center, Bogor Agricultural University, Indonesia
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