AOAC Southeast Asia Section, 531A Upper Cross Street #04-98, Hong Lim Complex, Singapore (2026)

12/10/2026

⏳ ONLY 7 DAYS LEFT! You can still register! ⏳

The clock is ticking, but THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER!

Don't miss the AOAC Southeast Asia Section 5th Annual Conference in Jakarta, Indonesia!

Get ready for 2 full days packed with groundbreaking science, networking, and expert insights on food safety innovation, resilience, and harmonization.

Tag a colleague who shouldn't miss this! 👇

🗓 Date: 20–21 October 2026
📍 Venue: Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, Indonesia
Theme: "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization"

REGISTER NOW!

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

📷 QR Code: Scan the QR code on our official event poster!

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

AOAC Southeast Asia Section
AOAC INTERNATIONAL

02/10/2026

🔥 The Final Countdown is On! 🔥 Only 18 Days Left!

Don't miss the premier event for food safety professionals in Southeast Asia! The AOAC Southeast Asia Section 5th Annual Conference is almost here. This is your chance to be part of critical discussions and learn from top experts on our theme: "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization."

Registration is closing fast, and you won't want to miss the cutting-edge topics and networking opportunities we have planned. Secure your spot at the beautiful Hotel Borobudur in Jakarta!

🗓 Date: 20–21 October 2026
📍 Venue: Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, Indonesia
Theme: "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization"

REGISTER NOW!

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

📷 QR Code: Scan the QR code on our official event poster!

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

AOAC Southeast Asia Section
AOAC INTERNATIONAL

01/10/2026

Announcing Our Plenary Speaker for the 5th AOAC SEA Annual Conference! 🎙️✨

We are honored to introduce Erik J.M. Konings, Ph.D., Past President of AOAC INTERNATIONAL and Independent Consultant, as one of our distinguished plenary speakers for this year's conference!

Dr. Konings brings decades of expertise in analytical methods harmonization and global food safety standards, having formerly served as Program Manager at the Nestlé Institute of Food Safety and Analytical Sciences in Lausanne, Switzerland.

📍 Session Topic:“Key considerations of Codex analytical method typing versus Numeric Performance Criteria for Foods for Special Dietary Uses”

Dr. Konings will explore critical insights shaping the future of global food analysis and regulatory standards. With an extensive background spanning leadership roles across AOAC INTERNATIONAL, ISO (Chair TC 34/WG 14), CEN (Chair TC 275/WG 9), IDF, and Codex (CCMAS), his session is an unmissable highlight for food safety professionals, researchers, and regulatory experts.

🗓 Date: 20–21 October 2026
📍 Venue: Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, Indonesia
Theme: "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization"

REGISTER NOW!

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

📷 QR Code: Scan the QR code on our official event poster!

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

AOAC Southeast Asia Section
AOAC INTERNATIONAL

30/09/2026

Announcing Our Plenary Speaker for the 5th AOAC Southeast Asia Section Annual Conference! 🎤🌐

We are honored to present Prof. Purwiyatno Hariyadi, PhD, a world-renowned expert in food processing, engineering, and regulatory science, as one of our keynote plenary speakers at the 5th AOAC Southeast Asia Section Annual Conference!

📌 Topic: "Emerging Food Safety Challenges in Indonesia: A Strategic Review of Regulatory Preparedness"

👨‍🔬 About the Speaker:

Prof. Hariyadi brings decades of distinguished leadership bridging scientific research, industrial application, and international food governance.

> Academic Leadership: Professor in Food Processing and Engineering at IPB University (Bogor Agricultural University) and former Director of the SEAFAST Center.

> Global Governance: Former Vice-Chair of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (FAO/WHO, 2017–2021) and active member of the CODEX National Committee of Indonesia.

> Regulatory Expertise: Serves on the Experts Panel at the National Food Agency of Indonesia and acts as a senior advisor to BPOM, BSN, and key government ministries.

> International Honors: Elected Fellow of the International Academy of Food Science and Technology (IAFoST) and member of the Indonesian Academy of Sciences.

Join us as Prof. Hariyadi shares crucial insights into regulatory preparedness, food safety innovations, and harmonization strategies across the region!

🗓 Date: 20–21 October 2026
📍 Venue: Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, Indonesia
Theme: "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization"

REGISTER NOW!

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

📷 QR Code: Scan the QR code on our official event poster!

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

AOAC Southeast Asia Section
AOAC INTERNATIONAL

26/09/2026

🏆 ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THE AOAC Southeast Asia Section STUDENT AWARDS 2026! 🎓✨

We are thrilled to celebrate the next generation of scientific leaders in analytical chemistry, food safety, and quality standards across Southeast Asia!

After a competitive selection process, we proudly present the outstanding awardees for the 2026 Student Awards Edition:

🥇 GRAND WINNER
Khanh Hung Nguyen
VNU University of Science
Vietnam

🥈 RUNNERS-UP
Giroon Ijod
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Malaysia

Jing Yi Chang
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management & Technology (TAR UMT)
Malaysia

Congratulations to our winners for their exceptional research, dedication, and contributions toward advancing analytical science in the region!

🔬👏Join us in celebrating their achievements at the 5th AOAC Southeast Asia Section Annual Conference this 20-21 October 2026 in Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, Indonesia!

This year, we are "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization." Don't miss out on the premier food safety event of the year hosted by the 2026 Section of the Year!

🔗 View the complete agenda and plan your sessions here: https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

REGISTER NOW!

26/09/2026

📅 The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce that the full Conference Agenda for the AOAC Southeast Asia Section 5th Annual Conference is NOW AVAILABLE!

This year, we are "Navigating the Future of Food Safety: Innovation, Resilience, and Harmonization." Join us on 20-21 October 2026 at the Hotel Borobudur, Jakarta, to learn from global experts and connect with industry leaders. Don't miss out on the premier food safety event of the year hosted by the 2026 Section of the Year!

🔗 View the complete agenda and plan your sessions here: https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

📷 QR Code: Scan the QR code on our official event poster!

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

REGISTER NOW!

12/09/2026

🌟 Highlights from the AOAC INTERNATIONAL Annual Meeting 2026!

The AOAC Southeast Asia Section was proud to represent our region at the 2026 AOAC INTERNATIONAL Annual Meeting & Exposition held from 29 August to 02 September 2026, at the JW Marriott Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

Key Moments:

🎤 AOAC INTERNATIONAL Sections Session:
Our Section President, Dr. Xinping Hou, presented "Southeast Asia Section – Beyond the Regional Impact", sharing our commitment to advancing analytical science, food safety, and regional collaboration.

🤝 AOAC INTERNATIONAL Sections Fair: Our delegation engaged with international delegates, exchanging insights, discussing scientific trends, and highlighting our regional initiatives.

A heartfelt thank you to AOAC INTERNATIONAL, our partners, and the global analytical science community for supporting our vision. We look forward to continuing our work drive impact across Southeast Asia and beyond!

🔗 Learn more about our initiatives: https://www.aoac-sea.org/

12/09/2026

🏆 Exciting News from the AOAC International Annual Meeting! 🏆

We are deeply honored to announce that the AOAC Southeast Asia Section has been formally awarded the AOAC INTERNATIONAL 2026 Section of the Year! 🌟

Our Section President, Dr. Xinping Hou, officially accepted this prestigious recognition on stage during the AOAC International Annual Meeting held on 29 August to 02 September 2026, at the JW Marriott Indianapolis in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

This achievement reflects the extraordinary dedication, collaboration, and hard work of our executive committee, working groups, officers, volunteers, members, and regional partners across Southeast Asia who continuously advance analytical science, food safety, and quality standards.

Thank you to AOAC INTERNATIONAL and our incredible scientific community for your unwavering support! Together, we continue setting the standard for a safer world. 🔬🌏

👉 Learn more about our initiatives: https://www.aoac-sea.org/

08/09/2026

📢 Speaker Highlight: Katerina Mastovska, PhD at the 5th Annual AOAC Southeast Asia Section Conference!

We are honored to feature Katerina Mastovska, PhD, Deputy Executive Director and Chief Science Officer at AOAC INTERNATIONAL, as a featured speaker at the upcoming 5th Annual AOAC Southeast Asia Section Conference.

Dr. Mastovska will deliver a key presentation titled "Current and Future AOAC INTERNATIONAL Initiatives: Contaminants and Beyond." As analytical testing methods, global supply chains, and regulatory compliance rapidly evolve, this session offers essential insights into how standardized testing and innovative scientific frameworks are addressing modern food safety challenges.

What to Expect from this Plenary Talk:

1) Strategic updates on international analytical standards and testing protocols.

2) Modern methodologies for identifying emerging chemical and environmental contaminants.

3) Harmonization efforts driving the future of global food safety standards.

🔬 Gain Key Insights: Hear expert presentations on analytical science, food safety standards, and regional method harmonization.

🤝 Network & Collaborate: Connect with regulatory leaders, technical experts, and researchers across Southeast Asia and beyond.

🌐 Shape the Future: Participate in critical discussions aimed at ensuring food integrity and international trade compliance.

Registration Fee Rates

Early Bird Rate (Expired on 01 Sep 2026)
Regular Participant - S$200
Student - S$50

Regular Rate (01 Sep – 19 Oct 2026)
Regular Participant - S$250
Student - S$100

Note: All fees are in Singapore Dollars (NET amount).

Payment is accepted via credit/debit card only. Please note that on-site registration will NOT be available.

How to Register

📲 Direct Payment Link: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY9AU5Ke9H89dG38Kao802

📷 QR Code: Scan the QR code on our official event poster!

🌐 Conference Details & Updates:
Visit the AOAC SEA Conference Website
https://www.aoac-sea.org/2026-annual-meeting/

REGISTER NOW!

22/08/2026

📢 ATTENTION ALL STUDENT RESEARCHERS IN SOUTHEAST ASIA! 🚨

Great news! The deadline to submit your entries for the AOAC Southeast Asia Section Student Awards 2026 has been official EXTENDED to 30 AUGUST 2026!

If you can't make it on the original cutoff on 24 August 2026, there is still enough time for you to showcase your scientific research across the region and elevate your academic profile. 🌟

🎁 Why Should You Apply?

> Cash awards for selected winners presented at the conference, along with a potential opportunity to deliver an oral presentation;
> E-certificate issued by the AOAC SEA Section;
> Formal recognition featured on the AOAC SEA Section communication channels; and
> (Optional) Chance to volunteer with the Training of Young Scientists Working Group and grow as an emerging leader in the community.

🔬 Eligible Topics:

Submissions are open for research covering food safety, food quality, and analytical science, including:

>Adulteration
> Contamination
> Microbiology
> Ingredients
> Bioactive substances
> Genetic modification
> Alternative proteins

📅 Key Dates to Remember

Application Deadline: 24 August 2026
EXTENDED Application Deadline: 30 August 2026
Evaluation Period: Starts 24 August 2026
Winner Announcement: Week of 14 September 2026
AOAC SEA 5th Annual Conference: 20-21 October 2026

📥 Ready to Submit?

1. View Full Guidelines & Publicity Material:
📄 https://tinyurl.com/AOACSEAStudentAwards2026

2. Submit Your Application:
📝 https://tinyurl.com/AOACSEAStudentAwardsSubmission

Note: Applicants must be enrolled in a tertiary education institution in Southeast Asia and registered as a FREE Student Member of AOAC INTERNATIONAL.

📧 For inquiries, contact:
[email protected]

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