6TH ASIA PACIFIC NUTRIGENOMICS AND NUTRIGENETICS ORGANIZATION (APNNO) BIENNIAL CONFERENCE 2026
Nutrigenomics in Action: From Genes and Nutrition to Public Health in the Asia-Pacific Mosaic
Explore. Collaborate. Innovate.
About the conference
The 6th APNNO Biennial Conference is an international conference that brings together experts, practitioners, and emerging scholars to discuss the future of nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics in a rapidly changing world. The conference will take place in Kuala Lumpur from 14th to 15th December 2026.
The conference aims to bridge science, policy, and practice, highlighting innovative solutions that support healthier populations and more sustainable systems. Participants will have the opportunity to share cutting-edge research, exchange ideas, and build strategic collaborations across disciplines and sectors.
Hosted by the Malaysia Association of Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics, this conference serves as a hub for:
- Advancing high-quality research and innovation
- Strengthening capacity among young and mid-career researchers
- Fostering partnerships between academia, industry, government, and communities
Join us as we translate genes and nutrition into impactful public health solutions across the Asia-Pacific region.
Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| October 31, 2026 | Abstract submission deadline |
| November 30, 2026 | Notification of acceptance |
| December 14-15, 2026 | 6th APNNO Biennial Conference |
| 28 February 2027 | Full paper submission deadline |
Conference Aims
The 6th APNNO Biennial Conference aims to:
- Showcase global and regional expertise in nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics
- Bridge disciplines by connecting science and practice and public health
- Empower young researchers through presentation and networking opportunities
- Promote innovation in tools, methods, and interventions
- Strengthen partnerships among academia, industry, government agencies, NGOs, and international organisations
Conference Highlights
- National and international keynote and plenary speakers
- Oral and poster presentations
- Young Investigators Awards Networking sessions with industry, policymakers, and professional bodies
- Opportunities for collaborative projects and future initiatives
Speakers
Main Speakers
Prof. Dr. Michael Fenech
Adelaide University
The advent of dietary reference values based on DNA damage prevention using advanced cytogenetics and artificial intelligence
Prof Dr. Young-Joon Surh,
Seoul National University
Oncogenic Role of SIRT1 in Colon Cancer Progression and Its Inhibition by Curcumin
Dr Safarina Malik,
Chair Asia Pacific Nutrigenomics Nutrigenetics Organisation
Multi-omics insights into genome-nutrition interactions and disease risk
Prof. Dr. Chang Chen
President of SFRR-Asia,
China Academy of Sciences
The Scientific Connotation of the Traditional Efficacy of Wolfberry
Assoc. Prof. Ts Dr. Razinah Sharif
Chair Asia Pacific Nutrigenomics Nutrigenetics Conference 2026
Translating Nutrigenomics into Public Health Action: lessons from Asian Population
Speakers
Symposium Speakers
Ts. Dr. Mohd Nazri Abdul Rahman
Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Nutrigenomics in Action: Precision Nutrition for Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Malaysia
Dr Divya Vanoh
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Protein Expression Profiles Across Frailty States in Older Adults
Dr Roszanadia Binti Rusali
IIUM
Beyond calories: the role of eating behaviour in post-bariatric weight outcome (clinical)
Dr. Asheila ak Meramat
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Nutritional Modulation of Oxidative Damage in brain Ageing: Global Research Trends and Public Health Implications
Prof. Dr. Duo Li
Qingdao University, China
Opportunities and Challenges of Precision Nutrition
Prof Dr. Huiru Tang
Fudan University, Shanghai.
Quantitative lipidomics for nutrimetabolomics
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rong Jane Chen
National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
Pterostilbene prevents high-sucrose-diet–induced NAFLD by inducing lipophagy and suppressing lipogenic pathways.
Prof Ju-Sheng Zheng
Westlake University School of Medicine,China
Human Gut Mycobiome, Nutrition and Health: insight from large cohort studies
Prof Cheng Wen-Hsing
Professor and Chair at Texas Woman's University, USA
Decoupling Healthspan and Longevity through Dietary Selenium Deficiency in Mice
Dr. Timothy Adrian anak Joseph Jinam
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
Beyond calories: the role of eating behaviour in post-bariatric weight outcome (clinical)
Dr. Nurul Husna Shafie
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Multiomics Insight on Bioavailability, Gut microbiota and Proteomic Profiling of Green Tea Polyphenols Nanoparticles
Dr. Nurul Husna Mohd Shukri
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Mother-Infant Signalling During Lactation: From Biological Perspectives to Emerging Genomics
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarina Sulong
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Genetic Susceptibility to Cancer: Insights for Non-Communicable Diseases
Scientific Programme
0800-0900 | Registration |
0900-0910 | WELCOME ADDRESS BY Assoc. Prof. Ts Dr. Razinah Sharif Chair Asia Pacific Nutrigenomics Nutrigenetics Conference 2026 |
0910-0920 | SPEECH BY Dr. Safarina Malik Chair Asia Pacific Nutrigenomics Nutrigenetics Organisation |
0920-0955 | KEYNOTE 1 Oncogenic Role of SIRT1 in Colon Cancer Progression and Its Inhibition by Curcumin Prof. Dr. Young-Joon Surh (Seoul National University) Chairperson: Assoc. Prof. Ts Dr. Razinah Sharif (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia) |
0955-1020 | MORNING TEA BREAK / Exhibition / Poster Viewing Poster presenters in attendance for discussion |
1020-1055 | INVITED LECTURE 1 The Scientific Connotation of the Traditional Efficacy of Wolfberry Chairperson: Prof. Dr. Michael Fenech (Adelaide University) |
1055-1120 | INVITED LECTURE 2 Translating Nutrigenomics into Public Health Action: lessons from Asian Population Chairperson: Dr Divya Vanoh (Universiti Sains Malaysia) |
1120-1150 | SYMPOSIUM 1: PRECISION NUTRITION Chairperson: Dr Hanisah Rosli (University of Cyberjaya) S1.1 Opportunities and Challenges of Precision Nutrition S1.2 Nutrigenomics in Action: Precision Nutrition for Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Malaysia |
1150-1250 | SYMPOSIUM 2: Chairperson: Dr. Timothy Adrian anak Joseph Jinam (Universiti Malaysia Sarawak) S2.1 Quantitative lipidomics for nutrimetabolomics S2.2 Pterostilbene prevents high-sucrose-diet–induced NAFLD by inducing lipophagy and suppressing lipogenic pathways. |
1215-1315 | FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION 1 |
1315-1400 | LUNCH SYMPOSIUM |
1400-1500 | SYMPOSIUM 3: GERIATRIC NUTRITION Chairperson: Dr Penny Chong Pei Nee (IMU University) S3.1 Decoupling Healthspan and Longevity through Dietary Selenium Deficiency in Mice S3.2 Protein Expression Profiles Across Frailty States in Older Adults S3.3 Nutritional Modulation of Oxidative Damage in brain Ageing: Global Research Trends and Public Health Implications |
1500-1600 | FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION 2 |
1600-1630 | AFTERNOON TEA / Exhibition / Poster Viewing |
1630-1730 | APNNO Young Investigators’ Symposium |
1730-1900 | APNNO Council Member Meeting and MANN Meeting (for members only) |
0800-0830 | Poster and Exhibition Viewing Poster presenters in attendance for discussion |
0830-0905 | KEYNOTE 1 The advent of dietary reference values based on DNA damage prevention using advanced cytogenetics and artificial intelligence Chairperson: Prof. Dr. Young-Joon Surh (Seoul National University) |
0905-0920 | MORNING TEA BREAK / Exhibition / Poster Viewing Poster presenters in attendance for discussion |
0920-0955 | INVITED LECTURE 3 Multi-omics insights into genome-nutrition interactions and disease risk Chairperson: Prof. Dr. Chan Cheng (Chinese Academy of Sciences) |
0955-1055 | FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION 3 Chairperson: Dr. Asheila ak Meramat (Universiti Malaysia Sarawak) |
1055-1155 | SYMPOSIUM 4: Chairperson: Dr. Mohd Nazri Abdul Rahman (Universiti Malaysia Sabah) S4.1 Human Gut Mycobiome, Nutrition and Health: insight from large cohort studies S4.2 Metagenomic profiling of gut microbiota in rural communities in Sarawak S4.3 Multiomics Insight on Bioavailability, Gut microbiota and Proteomic Profiling of Green Tea Polyphenols Nanoparticles |
1155-1255 | INVITED SPONSOR LECTURE |
1300-1400 | ROUNDTABLE NETWORKING LUNCH |
1400-1500 | FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION/SPONSOR LECTURE |
1500-1600 | SYMPOSIUM 5: CLINICAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION Chairperson: Dr. Kanimolli Arasu (IMU University) S5.1 Beyond Calories: The Role Of Eating Behaviour In Post-Bariatric Weight Outcome |
1600-1700 | FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION 4 |
1700-1720 | Sharing by APNNO 2028 President Prof. Dr. Duo Li (Qingdao University, China) |
1720-1800 | PRIZE-GIVING AND CLOSING CEREMONY |
1800 | AFTERNOON TEA AND END OF CONFERENCE |
Venue & Accommodation
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Berjaya Times Square Hotel,
Kuala Lumpur 1 Jalan Imbi,
55100 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia - Official Website : www.berjayahotel.com/kualalumpur
