WORKSHOP ON SCHOLARLY PUBLICATIONS

Dissemination of research findings is an essential part of the scientific research process.  Hence, it is of utmost importance for a researcher who is writing a full paper with the aim of publishing in a reputable journal or in a reputable proceeding.  Furthermore, getting a paper published in a reputable peer-reviewed journal or proceeding is an important milestone for researchers.

Through the publication workshop, we intend to disseminate knowledge on writing scientific papers and scholarly publications to assist future researchers.  All conference participants are welcome to participate in this workshop.

Audience: All conference participants

Date: 07th November 2019

Time: 4.00p.m – 5.30p.m

Resource Person

Dr. Eresha Mendis
Senior Lecturer of Department of Food Science and Technology,
Faculty of Agriculture,
University of Peradeniya,
Sri Lanka

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Conference Chair’s Workshop

A workshop will be arranged by the Conference Chair to discuss the outcomes and get feedback of the Conference. Participants can share their experience of attending the conference and express their ideas on areas to be improved in future.

Moreover, the plans to be executed when organizing for Nutricon  2020  will be discussed during the workshop providing an opportunity for participants to share their views and voice their suggestions in terms of the conference theme, conference tracks, venue, dates, keynote speakers, partners featured events and any other applicable areas.

The workshop will provide an insight to deliver the future conferences in a fruitful way with the outputs received by the Conference Chair, Keynote Speakers, Participants and Organizers.

On 08th November 2019

From 5.20p.m. – 5.40p.m

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Dr. Vimal Karani S.

Assistant Professor in Nutrigenetics
Hugh Sinclair Unit of Human Nutrition,
Institute for Cardiovascular and Metabolic Research

Workshop on Nutrigenetics & Personalised Nutrition

Aims: To provide participants with an understanding of molecular genetic basis of complex diseases such as metabolic (obesity and diabetes) and cardiovascular disease- related traits and to provide them with an understanding of topical issues in nutritional sciences which have made major advancements over the decade including the areas of genetic and nutritional epidemiology, gene-diet and gene-physical activity interactions and personalised nutrition.

On completion of this workshop, the participant should be able to,

  • Understand the basics of molecular genetics and genetic epidemiology of multifactorial diseases.
  • Understand the flow of biological information and macromolecular interactions in the context of gene expression.
  • Have developed an insight into the contribution of genetic variation to disease risk.
  • Have developed an understanding of the impact of lifestyle factors, in particular diet and physical activity, on the association between genotype and disease.
  • Have developed an understanding of the concept of personalised nutrition

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Dr. Vimal Karani S.

Assistant Professor in Nutrigenetics
Hugh Sinclair Unit of Human Nutrition,
Institute for Cardiovascular and Metabolic Research

Date – 8th November 2019
Time – 10.20p.m – 11.20p.m.

Free entrance to all conference participants

Workshop on
Role of Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals in the Prevention of NCDs
(Food came before medicines)

Background of the workshop

Global diet is undergoing an alarming transition: staple foods are becoming more refined and processed; fat and meat intakes are increasing; more processed dairy products and other foods are consumed; and larger numbers of meals are consumed outside the home, making households more reliant on the food industry. Consequently, this transition has been associated with an increase in the global prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and chronic kidney and respiratory diseases remain the leading causes of death locally and globally. Achieving targets for NCD prevention and control require a renewed and concerted action at the national level. Studies have demonstrated that changes in oxygen utilization in the body and increased formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) are one of the causes of NCDs. There are enough evidences from epidemiological, in vivo, in vitro and clinical studies pointing out that, consumption of functional foods and nutraceuticals is associated with decreased risk of a range of NCDs.

On completion of this workshop, the participant should be able to,

  • Understand the basics of molecular genetics and genetic epidemiology of multifactorial diseases.
  • Understand the flow of biological information and macromolecular interactions in the context of gene expression.
  • Have developed an insight into the contribution of genetic variation to disease risk.
  • Have developed an understanding of the impact of lifestyle factors, in particular diet and physical activity, on the association between genotype and disease.
  • Have developed an understanding of the concept of personalised nutrition

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Prof. K.K.D.S.Ranaweera

Senior Professor and Chair
Department of Food Science and Technology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka

Date – 8th November 2019
Time – 03.20p.m – 05.20p.m.

Free entrance to all conference participants