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Conference Introduction
The 2025 IFT-NPD/EFFoST Nonthermal Processing Workshop is set to be a landmark event in the field of food science and technology. With the theme "Sustainable Innovations in Nonthermal Processing," this workshop aims to bring together leading researchers and industry professionals from around the world to explore the latest advancements and sustainable practices in nonthermal food processing.
Organized by the Institute of Food Technologists-NPD and European Federation of Food Science and Technology, and guided by Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology, this prestigious event will be hosted by China Agricultural University. It will also benefit from the collaborative efforts of Zhejiang University, Nanjing Agricultural University, Jiangsu University, and Jiangnan University.
The conference will feature a diverse program, including Short Courses, Parallel Sessions, Panel Discussions and Round Table Discussion Sessions on different topics, providing a platform for in-depth dialogue and collaboration. Poster Sessions will offer participants the opportunity to showcase their latest research findings and engage with distinguished attendees.
Join us in Beijing for this unparalleled gathering of experts and innovators in nonthermal food processing. Together, we will shape the future of sustainable food processing and drive forward the global food industry.
Program & Schedule
Oct. 10
Oct. 11
Oct. 12
Oct. 13
09:00 a.m.
Opening remarks and informal greeting
09:30 a.m.
Initiation of the short course
09:30 a.m.
Short course I
10:20 a.m.
Short course II
11:10 a.m.
Tea break and poster session
11:40 a.m.
Short course III
12:30 a.m.
Lunch break and poster session
14:00 p.m.
Short course IV
14:50 p.m.
Short course V
15:40 p.m.
Tea break and poster session
16:10 p.m.
Short course VI
17:00 p.m.
Concluding remarks and discussion
18:00 p.m.
Welcome reception
08:30 a.m.
Opening ceremony and welcome talks
09:30 a.m.
Group photo and Tea break
10:00 a.m.
Session I: Advances in HPP technologies and industrial advances
10:00 a.m.
Session II: Reducing food waste and losses through innovative processing techniques
12:00 a.m.
Lunch break and poster session
14:00 p.m.
Session III: Effect of nonthermal processing on the structure of functionalities of protein
14:00 p.m.
Session IV: Application of nonthermal processing technologies in the biomedical and pharmaceutical fields
16:00 p.m.
Tea break and poster session
16:30 p.m.
Panel Discussion :Translating Innovation into Market Success: Strategies and Best Practices
18:00 p.m.
Evening event
09:00 a.m.
Session V: Application and advances of PEF technologies
09:00 a.m.
Session VI: Application and advances of cold plasma technologies
11:00 a.m.
Tea break and poster session
11:30 a.m.
Roundtable Discussion
12:30 p.m.
Lunch break and poster session
14:00 p.m.
Session VII: Nonthermal processing and health
14:00 p.m.
Session VIII: Nonthermal processing equipment
16:00 p.m.
Tea break and poster session
16:30 p.m.
Student Awards Ceremony
18:00 p.m.
Evening event
09:00 a.m.
Guided tour of CAU labs Or Guided food company tour
11:00 a.m.
Conclusion of the event
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Address：Beijing Xijiao Hotel
Transportation: You can take the airport shuttle bus line 5 (Capital Airport Zhongguancun) to Xueyuanqiao Station, and then transfer to bus lines 375 and 331 to get off at the Language Institute Station; Alternatively, take the Capital Airport Rail Transit to the terminal station Dongzhimen, transfer to Light Rail Line 13 to Wudaokou Station, and walk for 10 minutes to reach the destination.