7th Microbial Strain Safety Assessment for Regulatory Approval Experts Meeting – Thursday Sep 26, 2024

BaseClear invites you to our Experts Meeting on Microbial Strain Safety Assessment for Regulatory Approval.
We will delve into key topics that are critical for advancing our understanding and application of microbial strains in the food and feed industry. Our esteemed speakers will cover the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) requirements for the approval of feed additives, discuss regulatory aspects surrounding the production of novel ingredients such as lipids through fermentation, and explore the EFSA’s Risk Assessment of Microorganisms intentionally added to the food chain. We will also examine the use of genetically modified fungi as production strains for enzymes, as well as human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) and their regulatory perspectives. This event is an excellent opportunity for scientists and industry experts to engage in meaningful conversations, exchange knowledge, and stay at the forefront of regulatory developments in microbial strain safety.

Event Details

Date: Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Location: BaseClear Auditorium, Sylviusweg 74, 2333 BE Leiden, The Netherlands.
The venue is 15 minutes walking distance from Leiden Central Station.
Registration fee: €250,- / participant
Capacity: 50 (due to the interactive nature of the meeting, we have a limit to the number of registrations)
Event hosts: Derek Butler, Commercial Director & Radhika Bongoni, Sales Director – BaseClear

Agenda:

  • 11:20: Welcome & Opening
    Dr. Derek Butler | Commercial Director, BaseClear and Dr. Radhika Bongoni | Sales Director, BaseClear
  • 11:30:Regulatory Insights on Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) as Precision-Fermentation Food Ingredients
  • 12:30: Lunch & networking
  • 13:30: Balancing Innovation and Safety: Assessing Microbial Additives in our Food Chain
    Dr. Hua Zhu | Regulatory Affairs Product Manager, BaseClear
  • 14:00: New Paradigms on Food Additive/Novel  Foods Authorizations for Fermentation Products and Strain Specificity
    Dr. Eric Chappuis | R&D Senior Scientific and Regulatory Affairs Manager, Cargill
  • 14:30: EFSA Risk Assessment and Characterisation of Microorganisms in Feed Additives
    Dr. Yolanda García Cazorla | Scientific Officer, European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
  • 15:00: Coffee, lab tour & networking
  • 16:00: Strain Safety Assessment for Microbial Products
    Dr. Hanne Grøn | Head of Microbial Strain Safety, R&D Regulatory Affairs & Product Safety, Novonesis
  • 16:30: Unlocking Innovation: Essential Steps for Startups to  Approval of Novel Production Microorganisms
    Dr. Mary-Liis Kütt | Chief Innovation Officer, ÄIO
  • 17:00: Closing & networking drinks

Registration Open

Complete the form below if you wish to register for the event – we will contact you within 48 hours with further instructions.

Please indicate any dietary requirements in the ‘message’ field.

 

  • Hidden
  • * Required fields

Meet Hua Zhu, PhD - Regulatory Affairs Product Manager at BaseClear

With her unwavering passion for microorganism and over 15 years dedicated research experience, Hua Zhu brings her expertise to BaseClear as Regulatory Affairs Product Manager. 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. Moreover, she offers invaluable assistance to customers by addressing inquiries regarding microbial discovery, characterization, and safety assessment. “I prioritize nurturing robust relationships with regulatory agencies and remain vigilant about regulatory advancements to proactively tackle potential challenges.” 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. Beginning with a Master’s degree in China, she continued her academic pursuits in the Netherlands. She achieved her Ph.D. in Molecular Biotechnology from Leiden University. Throughout her career, she has been focused on unraveling the complexities of microbial communities and exploring the intricate interactions between microorganisms and their environments. “I am enthusiastic about advancing our understanding of these interactions and leveraging the knowledge to drive meaningful advancements in the field of microbiology, ultimately contributing to the resolution of pressing human health issues.”

Get in touch