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 |
|---|---|
| November 15, 2026 | Abstract submission deadline |
| November 20, 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
Leptin-Induced SIRT1 Upregulation: Implications for Obesity-Associated Colon Cancer Development and Progression
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
Sarcopenia Status 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 Yun-Hee Lee
Seoul National University
Adipose Tissue Remodelling during Intermittent Fasting, Caloric Restriction and Weight Regain
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.
Assoc. Prof. Dr 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
Prof. Dr. Hiroaki Oda
Nagoya University, Japan
Timing matters: Data-driven precision nutrition through the lens of chrononutrition
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarina Sulong
Universiti Sains Malaysia
From Genes to Risk: Unravelling the Genetic Basis of Cancer Susceptibility
Prof Dr Tao Huang
School of Public Health, Peking University, China
Personalized Dietary Intervention, Genetic Response and Weight Management.
Dr Jieteng Chen
Westlake University School of Medicine, China
Diet modifies longitudinal serum proteomic biomarkers of healthy brain aging
Dr. Kanimolli Arasu
IMU University
Why Telling Clients What to Eat Isn’t Enough
Prof Dr. Huiru Tang
Fudan University, Shanghai.
Quantitative lipidomics for nutrimetabolomics
Dr. Penny Chong Pei Nee
IMU University
Nutritional Implications of Genetic Variation in Taste Genes
Sponsor Speakers
Mr. Teoh Ngee Keng
AJINOMOTO
Delicious salt reduction – from science to practice
Dr Yim Hip Seng
IMR Press
SPONSOR TALK- Empowering Research Through Open Access Publishing – IMR Press and the APNNO 2026 Partnership
Scientific Programme
Registration
WELCOME ADDRESS BY
Assoc. Prof. Ts Dr. Razinah Sharif
Chair Asia Pacific Nutrigenomics Nutrigenetics Conference 2026
SPEECH BY
Dr. Safarina Malik
Chair Asia Pacific Nutrigenomics Nutrigenetics Organisation
Leptin-Induced SIRT1 Upregulation: Implications for Obesity-Associated Colon Cancer Development and Progression
Prof. Dr. Young-Joon Surh (Seoul National University)
MORNING TEA BREAK / Exhibition / Poster Viewing
Poster presenters in attendance for discussion
The Scientific Connotation of the Traditional Efficacy of Wolfberry
Prof. Dr. Chang Chen (China Academy of Sciences)
Translating Nutrigenomics into Public Health Action: lessons from Asian Population
Assoc. Prof. Ts Dr. Razinah Sharif (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia)
SYMPOSIUM 1: PRECISION NUTRITION
S1.1 Opportunities and Challenges of Precision Nutrition
Prof. Dr. Duo Li (Qingdao University, China)
S1.3 Timing Matters: Data-driven Precision Nutrition Through the Lens of Chrononutrition
Prof. Dr. Hiroaki Oda (Nagoya University, Japan)
S1.4 Nutrigenomics in Action: Precision Nutrition for Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Malaysia
Ts. Dr. Mohd Nazri Abdul Rahman (Universiti Malaysia Sabah)
Delicious salt reduction – from science to practice
Mr. Teoh Ngee Keng (AJINOMOTO)
LUNCH
SYMPOSIUM 2: GERIATRIC NUTRITION
S2.1 Decoupling Healthspan and Longevity through Dietary Selenium Deficiency in Mice
Prof. Dr. Cheng Wen-Hsing (Texas Woman’s University, USA)
S2.2 Diet Modifies Longitudinal Serum Proteomic Biomarkers of Healthy Brain Aging
Dr. Jiteng Chen (Westlake University School of Medicine)
S2.3 Sarcopenia Status Across Frailty States in Older Adults
Dr. Divya Vanoh (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
S2.4 Nutritional Modulation of Oxidative Damage in Brain Ageing: Global Research Trends and Public Health Implications
Dr. Asheila ak Meramat (Universiti Malaysia Sarawak)
SYMPOSIUM 3:
S3.1 Quantitative Lipidomics for Nutrimetabolomics
Prof. Dr. Huiru Tang (Fudan University, Shanghai)
S3.2 Pterostilbene Prevents High-Sucrose-Diet–Induced NAFLD by Inducing Lipophagy and Suppressing Lipogenic Pathways.
Prof. Dr. Rong Jane Chen (National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan)
FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION 1-(3 ppl)
AFTERNOON TEA / Exhibition / Poster Viewing
Poster presenters in attendance for discussion
APNNO Young Investigators’ Symposium-7 min (5 people)
APNNO Council Member Meeting and MANN Meeting
(for members only)
Poster and Exhibition Viewing
Poster presenters standby for discussion
The advent of dietary reference values based on DNA damage prevention using advanced cytogenetics and artificial intelligence
Prof. Dr. Michael Fenech (Adelaide University)
MORNING TEA BREAK / Exhibition / Poster Viewing
Poster presenters in attendance for discussion
Multi-layer insights into microbiome, diet, and genetic contributions to metabolic disease risk in Indonesia
Dr. Safarina Malik (Mochtar Riady Institute for Nanotechnology)
SYMPOSIUM 4:
S4.1 Adipose Tissue Remodelling during Intermittent Fasting, Caloric Restriction and Weight Regain
Prof. Dr. Yun-Hee Lee (Seoul National University)
S4.2 Personalized Dietary Intervention, Genetic Response and Weight Management.
Prof. Dr. Tao Huang (School of Public Health, Peking University, China)
S4.3 Nutritional Implications of Genetic Variation in Taste Genes
Dr. Chong Pei Nee (School of Health Sciences, IMU University)
SPONSOR TALK- Empowering Research Through Open Access Publishing – IMR Press and the APNNO 2026 Partnership
Dr Yim Hip Seng (IMR Press)
SYMPOSIUM 5:
S5.1 Human Gut Mycobiome, Nutrition and Health: Insight from Large Cohort Studies
Prof. Dr. Ju-Sheng Zheng (Westlake University School of Medicine)
S5.2 Metagenomic Profiling of Gut Microbiota in Rural Communities in Sarawak
Dr. Timothy Adrian anak Joseph Jinam (Universiti Malaysia Sarawak)
S5.3 Multiomics Insight on Bioavailability, Gut Microbiota and Proteomic Profiling of Green Tea Polyphenols Nanoparticles
Dr. Nurul Husna Shafie (Universiti Putra Malaysia)
S5.4 From Genes to Risk: Unravelling the Genetic Basis of Cancer Susceptibility
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarina Sulong (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
INVITED SPONSOR LECTURE-PLATINUM SPONSOR
ROUNDTABLE NETWORKING LUNCH
FREE PAPER COMMUNICATION 2 (5ppl)
SYMPOSIUM 6: CLINICAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
S6.1 Beyond Calories: The Role of Eating Behaviour In Post-Bariatric Weight Outcome
Dr. Roszanadia Rusali (IIUM)
S6.2 Mother-Infant Signaling During Lactation: From Biological Perspectives to Emerging Genomics
Dr. Nurul Husna Mohd Shukri (Universiti Putra Malaysia)
S6.3 Why Telling Clients What to Eat Isn’t Enough
Dr. Kanimolli Arasu (IMU University)
S6.4 In Vitro Antidiabetic Potential of a Stingless Bee (Trigona) Honey-Infused Fruit and Vegetable Smoothie as the Basis for In Vivo Evaluation in Type 2 Diabetic Mice
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim (International Islamic University Malaysia)
AFTERNOON TEA AND POSTER VIEWING
Sharing by APNNO 2028 President
Prof. Dr. Tao Huang (School of Public Health, Peking University, China)
PRIZE-GIVING AND CLOSING CEREMONY
END OF CONFERENCE
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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
