QMFS 2026 Conference Program
The 8th International Conference on Quality Management and Food Safety
A Single-Day Conference
The QMFS 2026 scientific program is organized on one main conference day in accordance with the official schedule.
Program on 02 October 2026
Plenary session chairs: Prof. Fujiyama Kazuhito & Prof. Nguyen Cong Khan
Delegate check-in
Check-in, distribution of materials, and welcome tea.
SecretariatOpening ceremony
Introduction of delegates; opening remarks of the conference.
MC - HUST leadership - SCLS leadership - VinaCert leadershipGroup photo
Keynote 1: Transforming Regional Food Systems: Integrating Quality Management, Food Safety, and Biotechnology in the Circular Economy
Prof. Anil Kumar Anal - Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), ThailandKeynote 2: Food safety risk management and natural product quality management - Challenges and opportunities in the digital and AI era
Prof. Pham Quoc Long - Vietnam Association of Natural Product SciencesKeynote 3: From Rice Side-Streams to Sustainable Protein: Quality, Innovation and UK - Southeast Asia Partnership in Plant-Based Protein
Dr. Parag Acharya - Natural Resources Institute (NRI), University of Greenwich, UKCoffee Break & opening of the Student Poster area
Lobby - Poster area - Poster SubcommitteeKeynote 4: Building Human Capability for Food Safety - The Impact of International Learning
Prof. Toshiaki Komatsu - Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (TUMSAT), JapanKeynote 5: A 30-Year Research Journey in Carbohydrate Modification and Digestibility: Innovations in Developing Health-Oriented Foods
Prof. Pham Van Hung - International University, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamKeynote 6: Driving Metabolic Pathways Outside Living Cells
Prof. Kohsuke Honda - ICBiotech, The University of Osaka, JapanSponsor appreciation
Organizing CommitteeLunch break
Hotel restaurantStructure: two presentation slots (Slot A and Slot B) separated by a coffee break. Tracks 2 and 3 run in workshop format for the entire afternoon.
Slot A: 13:30 - 15:00
Slot B: 15:30 - 17:00
Track 1: Quality Management & Digital Transformation in Food Processing
Chair: Prof. Phan Thi Kim & Assoc. Prof. To Kim Anh - Slot A, 13:30 - 15:00 - Room 1 - Language: Vietnamese
Decree 46 and its impact on food quality management
Vietnam Association for Food Safety Science and TechnologyAI-Based Development of Lager Beer Formulation: An Interdisciplinary Approach Integrating AI, R&D and Consumer Insight
Dang Quang Duy & Nguyen Tien ThanhSharing experience in applying food safety management systems combined with productivity and quality improvement tools for food enterprises
Industry representative (Ms. Tu)Assessment of heavy metal residues in mushrooms
Luong Van BangTopic to be announced
Can Tho UniversityDiscussion - Q&A
Track 2: Biotechnology for a Healthier, Safer Future
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Truong Quoc Phong & Assoc. Prof. Phi Quyet Tien - Full afternoon - Room 2 - Language: Vietnamese
Regulations on biosafety management of genetically modified organisms in contained production
MSc. Ta Thi Kieu AnhTopic to be announced
Hyoshung (FDI enterprise)Topic to be announced
Enterprise - microbial products & aquacultureTopic to be announced
Veterinary sector enterpriseTopic to be announced
VMC (livestock vaccine enterprise)Discussion - Q&A
Institute of Biology (VAST); Thai Nguyen University; Ho Chi Minh CityScientific research, innovation and entrepreneurship (topic to be announced)
Speaker to be announcedTraining high-quality human resources in biotechnology
Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Lan HuongRoundtable discussion on 3 strategic topics
Topic 1: Biosafety and biotech applications in rapid detection and control of food risks. Topic 2: Triple Helix linkage (Government - Scientists - Enterprises) in research, innovation and technology transfer in biology, biomedicine and food (strategic technologies and products under Decision 21/QD-TTg). Topic 3: Network and comprehensive solutions for Hanoi's food safety challenge No. 5. Announcement of the post-conference connection channel.
Track 3: Plant-Based Protein (International Track)
Chair: Assoc. Prof. Son Chu-Ky (HUST) & Prof. Ben Bennett (NRI, UK) - Full afternoon - Room 3 - Language: English
Introduction to the Workshop on Plant-Based Protein Foods and Beverages
Assoc. Prof. Son Chu-Ky (HUST) & Dr. Nazanin Zand (NRI, UK)Plant-Based Protein Products: Market Trends, Consumer Demand, and Development Opportunities in Asia and Worldwide
Ms. Pham Thi Huong Giang - GroupG Asia PacificValue Chain Analysis of Rice Protein and Rice Protein-Based Products
Prof. Ben Bennett (NRI, UK)Life Cycle Assessment of Plant-Based Protein Products
Assoc. Prof. Hoang Thi Thu Huong (HUST)Cereal-based protein valorization in Southeast Asia
Prof. Anil Kumar Anal (AIT, Thailand)Discussion - Q&A
Eco-extraction of rice protein
Dr. Parag (NRI, UK) & Dr. Thanh Nguyen (HUST)Hybrid functional cheese supplemented with phytosterols
Dr. Luciana Rosetti (INTA, Argentina)Nutritional and sensory quality improvement of plant protein foods through microbial fermentation
Prof. Yves Waché (L'Institut Agro Dijon, France)Food Accelerator to support Plant-Based Protein Products across Southeast Asia to EU
Ms. Valerie Pondevan (NRI, UK)Functional Dairy & Phytochemicals: The Dairy Matrix as a Carrier for Plant Bioactives
Dr. Sergio RizzoDiscussion & track wrap-up - Q&A
Track 4: Natural Product Quality Management
Chair: Prof. Pham Quoc Long - Slot A, 13:30 - 15:00 - Room 4 - Language: Vietnamese
Updating AI applications in building technical standards (TCCS) for Vietnamese natural products
Prof. Pham Quoc Long - Ton Duc Thang UniversityApplying core technologies (IoT, AI, Blockchain) in food safety management
Mr. To Dinh Dung - Vice Chairman, Vietnam Aviation AssociationApplication of LC-HRMS combined with chemometric analysis in evaluating chemical composition changes of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi (Hoang Cam) after processing
Dr. Nguyen Thi Thuy Hang - Ton Duc Thang University (TDT/VHH)Study on chemical composition and evaluation of anticancer activity of several Solanum species
Dr. Do Thi Quynh - Ton Duc Thang University (TDT/VHH)Development of natural functional ingredients based on cereals and fruits using combined technologies of solid-state fermentation and dehydration
Luciana RossettiDiscussion - Q&A
Track 5: Training & Human Resource Development
Chair: Mr. Nguyen Huu Dung (VinaCert) - Co-chair: Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thi Minh Tu (SCLS) - Slot B, 15:30 - 17:00 - Room 1 - Language: Vietnamese
Overview of the training program and development direction for the Food Technology - Biotechnology Engineering program at SCLS - HUST
Dr. Nguyen Tien Cuong - SCLS, HUSTDiscussion on knowledge areas and courses to be strengthened in the Food Technology / Food Engineering training program
Prof. Dr.Sc. Luu Duan - Saigon Technology University (STU)Sharing experience in launching new programs and building new curricula at Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry
Prof. Tran Dinh Thang - Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry (IUH)Human resource needs in the digital era and the impact of generative AI
Mr. Ta Quang Hoa - General Director, Ba Dinh Technology Products JSCInter-university cooperation in training the Food field
SCLS, HUSTPanel discussion
Track 6: Probiotics & Trends in Food System Transformation
Chair: Prof. Ngo Xuan Binh & Assoc. Prof. Ho Phu Ha - Slot B, 15:30 - 17:00 - Room 4 - Language: English
Probiotic Candidates from Gut Microbiota and Honey for Next-Generation Probiotic Development
Dong Van Quyen (IB, VAST)Nasal-Spray Bacillus Spore Probiotics Improve Clinical Outcomes, Nasal Microbiota, and Mucosal Immunity in Children With RSV Respiratory Infections and Bacterial Co-Infections
Nguyen Thi Van Anh (ANABIO R&D)Probiotics in Vietnam: a glance at research and development in human and animal health
Tien-Thanh Nguyen (SCLS, HUST)Metabolomics-based approach for the development of new functional food
Prof. Sastia (Osaka University)Evaluation of the Probiotic Activities and Glucose Fermentation Capacity of Enterococcus faecium TD2
Minh-Tan Pham (Ton Duc Thang University)Evaluation of probiotic properties of Lactiplantibacillus sp. TTT2 isolated from Vietnamese fermented pork
Bui Dinh Lam (IBFT, Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry)Wrap-up of the scientific sessions & Student Poster Awards Ceremony
Main hallGala Dinner
QMFS 2026 Student Poster Arena
"From Lab to Market"
Creating a substantive, competitive, and inspiring scientific playground for students in Food, Biology, and Chemistry.
Bringing students into direct contact with international experts, regulators, and businesses within an international scientific conference.
Creating a direct recruitment and internship channel between sponsoring businesses and outstanding students.
Contributing to the celebration of the 70th anniversary of Hanoi University of Science and Technology.
Student Poster Registration & Template
QMFS 2026 Poster ArenaMỗi nhóm sinh viên cần đăng ký tham gia, nộp abstract 300–500 từ, sau đó sẽ được Ban tổ chức sơ loại và cấp mã Poster ID. Các poster bắt buộc ghi rõ Poster ID trên sản phẩm trình bày.
Participation Rules
Cơ cấu giải thưởng
Giải Nhất
01 giải - 5.000.000 đ
Giải Nhì
02 giải - 2.500.000 đ
Giải Ba
03 giải - 1.000.000 đ
Giải Triển vọng
04 giải - 500.000 đ
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