Join us for the 8th edition of this annual expert-level gathering, where we delve into the latest scientific and regulatory developments in microbial strain safety for food and feed applications. This year’s meeting focuses on risk assessment in the food chain, with presentations and discussions covering a wide range of cutting-edge topics.
Topics include Novel Food authorisation of HMOs, EFSA’s updated guidance on microbial risk assessment, insights from the FAO’s report on precision fermentation, and real-world experiences from companies navigating regulatory dossiers. Key themes such as strain specificity, whole genome sequencing (WGS), and risk characterisation will also be explored.
The event will offer valuable knowledge exchange, regulatory insight, and networking opportunities with key players from across the food and biotech industries.
We look forward to welcoming you in Leiden!
Date: Friday, Sep 26, 2025
Location: BaseClear HQ, Sylviusweg 74, 2333 BE Leiden, The Netherlands.
The venue is 15 minutes walking distance from Leiden Central Station.
Registration fee: €200,- / participant (incl. lunch & drinks)*
*Due to the interactive nature of the meeting, we have a limit on the number of registrations
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With her unwavering passion for microorganisms and over 15 years of dedicated research experience, Hua Zhu brings her expertise to BaseClear as Senior Regulatory Affairs Scientist. Hua actively collaborates with product managers across different product lines and engages with other stakeholders to develop products and achieve regulatory goals. She plays a pivotal role in safeguarding compliance, mitigating risks, and ultimately ensuring the success of our clients’ products in the market. Hua’s expertise in microbiology is fortified by her educational journey spanning two continents and her international work experience in diverse roles across different research institutes and universities. Throughout her career, she has been focused on unravelling the complexities of microbial communities and exploring the intricate interactions between microorganisms and their environments.
