Foods 2027 - Innovating the Future of Food Science
Foods 2027 - Innovating the Future of Food Science
Part of the International Electronic Conference on Foods series
24 January 2027
19 February 2027
21 March 2027
4 April 2027
12 May 2027
Novel Foods, Food Microbiology, Food Systems, Food Safety, Food Packaging, Food Sustainability, Probiotics
Welcome from the Chairs
(i) Nutritional and Functional Foods;
(ii) Food Microbiology, Food Safety, Toxicology, and Food Biotechnology; and
(iii) Food Processing, Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence in Food Innovation.
We look forward to an inspiring and productive conference and to welcoming you to Foods 2027: Innovating the Future of Food Science.
Sincerely,
Prof. Dr. Arun K. Bhunia
Conference Chair
Prof. Dr. José Ángel Pérez-Álvarez
Conference Co-Chair
Event Chairs
Molecular Food Microbiology Laboratory, Department of Food Science, Purdue University, USA
Professor Arun K. Bhunia, the Editor-in-Chief of Foods (MDPI), Ph.D. from the University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY, USA, and his postdoctoral training from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR, USA. He is a professor of food microbiology in the Department of Food Science and is also affiliated with the Department of Comparative Pathobiology, Purdue Institute of Inflammation, Immunology and Infectious Disease (PI4D), and Purdue University Life Science program (PULSe). Professor Bhunia’s research focus is on: (a) Microbial pathogenesis, host immune response, and bioengineered probiotics approach in mitigating foodborne pathogen infection, and (b) Pathogen and toxin detection using mammalian cell-based biosensors and immunosensors. He has co-authored 226 refereed articles,2 textbooks (Fundamental Food Microbiology; Foodborne Microbial Pathogens: Mechanisms and Pathogenesis),4 edited books, 34 book chapters, 33 proceeding articles, and delivered more than 170 invited talks, keynote and plenary talks in national and international venues. In addition to his research, Dr. Bhunia teaches courses on Microbial Foodborne Pathogens, Microbial Techniques, and Intestinal Microbiology and Immunology. Professor Bhunia has been awarded 7 patents, received the Purdue Agriculture Research Award (2003),Purdue Faculty Scholar (2005), Purdue Team Award (2006), IFT R&D Award (2009), Outstanding Graduate Educator Award from the Department of Food Science (2010, 2011) and the College of Agriculture (2013), a NACMCF member (National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods) (2013-2017) and recipient of High-End Foreign Experts Recruitment Program fellowship from China (2014-2016), Fulbright Specialist, Washington, DC (2016-2021), Maurice Weber Laboratorian Award from IAFP (2017) and elected Fellow of IAFP (2023).
Prof. Dr. José Ángel Pérez-Álvarez is a Full Professor of Food Science and Technology at Miguel Hernández University of Elche (Spain) and a researcher at CIAGRO-UMH. His research focuses on food product development, agri-food co-products valorization, and the use of dietary fiber-rich ingredients and alternative proteins, with special emphasis on sensory properties and consumer perception of innovative foods. His work integrates sustainability, cultural identity, and food innovation. He has published over 270 scientific articles, with more than 18,000 citations and an h-index above 70. ORCID: 0000-0002-1143-5646 Scopus Author ID: 7004684713
Sessions
S2. Food Microbiology, Biotechnology, and Microbiomes
S3. Probiotics and Fermented Foods in Gut Health, Cognitive Function, and Wellness
S4. Food Systems, Engineering and Processing, Food Safety and Quality - Standard Practices and AI applications
S5. Food Packaging and Food Sustainability
Registration
In-Person Registration
The conference will be held fully in person; it is not possible to participate online. The registration fee includes attendance at all conference sessions, coffee breaks and lunches. Participation in the conference is considered final only once the registration fees have been paid. The number of participants is limited: once the number of paid registrations reaches the maximum number of participants, unpaid registrations will be canceled.
When registering, please provide us with your institutional email address. This will accelerate the registration process.
Important Information
Please note that abstract submission and conference registration are two separate processes. During registration, please provide us with the same email address you used to submit your abstract(s). Otherwise, leave us a comment in the registration form, providing the email address used during the submission process. In addition, please use your institutional email address for both processes.
In order to finalize the scientific program in due time, at least one registration by any of the authors, denoted as the Covering Author, is required to cover the presentation and publication of any accepted abstract. The Covering Author registration deadline is 4 April 2026. Your abstract will be withdrawn if your registration is not complete by this date.
Group Registration: Groups of five or more attendees are offered a 10% discount on the registration fees. To enjoy this discount, you need to complete one multiple registration by selecting the number of people attending in each category (type of registration) during the first step of the registration process. Please note that no other discounts will be applicable.
Certificate of Attendance: Participants of the event will be able to download an electronic Certificate of Attendance by accessing their dashboards on Sciforum.net once the event is concluded. The certificates will be found under the "My Certificates" category.
|
Early Bird Until 21 March 2027 |
Regular Until 12 May 2027 |
Supported documents | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic | 590.00 EUR | 690.00 EUR | |
| Student | 290.00 EUR | 390.00 EUR |
Scanned copy or photograph of your current student ID is required. |
| EBM/GE | 490.00 EUR | 590.00 EUR | |
| Authors/Reviewer of Foods | 550.00 EUR | 650.00 EUR | |
| Non-Academic | 890.00 EUR | 990.00 EUR |
| Chairs, Invited Speakers, MDPI Guests |
Cancellation policy
| Cancellation of paid registration is possible under the terms listed below: | |
| > 2 months before the conference | Full refund but 60 EUR is retained for administration |
| > 1 month before the conference | Refund 50% of the applying fees |
| > 2 weeks before the conference | Refund 25% of the applying fees |
| < 2 weeks before the conference | No refund |
Disclaimer
In the unlikely event that MDPI deems it necessary to cancel the conference, all pre-paid registration fees will be reimbursed. MDPI shall not be liable for reimbursing the cost of travel or accommodation arrangements made by individual delegates.
Beware of unauthorized registration and hotel solicitations
Note that Sciforum is the only official registration platform to register to Antibiotics 2026 and that we are not associated with any hotel agency. While other hotel resellers and travel agencies may contact you with offers for your trip, they are not endorsed by or affiliated with Antibiotics 2026 or Sciforum. Beware that entering into financial agreements with non-endorsed companies can have costly consequences.
Insurance
The organizers do not accept liability for personal accident, loss, or damage to private property incurred as a result of participation in Antibiotics 2026. Delegates are advised to arrange appropriate insurance to cover travel, cancellation, or medical costs, and theft or damage of belongings.
MDPI Conference Admissions Policy
-
All registered conference delegates are asked to always wear their badges throughout the conference.
-
Conference sessions, the catering area, and the poster area are solely restricted to badge holders. Any person attending these areas without a badge will be asked to leave the premises.
-
Badge holders must not allow their badges to be worn by anyone else. Any failure to do so is likely to lead to the badge holder and the person wearing the badge being removed from the premises.
-
Press badges are restricted to publishers, editors, journalists, broadcasters, and web bloggers associated with the conference subject area. Members of the press may be asked to produce accreditation in the form of a photocopy of a recognized press or media card, a business card, a letter from the editor, or an official web address linking to a press release in order to verify their position.
-
Photographs and videos may be taken during the conference. Anyone attending the conference consents to such photography and filming without compensation and confirms that the organizers shall be entitled to use such photographs and videos, which may include photographs and videos of visitors, for the purpose of marketing the conference in the future and for exploitation in any and all media, without liability.
Payment methods
Wire transfer, Credit card
Currencies accepted by this event
Swiss francs (CHF) and Euros (EUR)
Instructions for Authors
Foods 2027 will accept abstracts only. The accepted abstracts will be available online on Sciforum.net during and after the conference. Moreover, participants will have the opportunity to contribute with a full manuscript to a Special Issue related to the conference in the open-access journal Foods, with a 20% discount on the publication fees.
The conference will be held fully in person; it is not possible to participate online.
Please note that abstract submission and conference registration are two separate processes. Please use your institutional email address for both processes.
To present your research at the event
- Create an account on Sciforum if you do not have one and then click on ‘New Submission’ in the upper-right corner of the window; or, click on ‘Submit Abstract’ at the top of this webpage.
- Choose a session that is best suited for your research.
- Submit an abstract in English—the word limits are a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 300 words.
- The deadline to submit your abstract is 24 January 2027.
- Upon submission, you can select if you wish to be considered for oral or poster presentation (or both). Following assessment by the Chairs and Scientific Committee, you will be notified by 19 February 2027 whether your contribution has been accepted for oral or poster presentation.
- Please note that, in order to finalize the scientific program in due time, at least one registration by any of the authors, denoted as the Covering Author, is required to cover the presentation and publication of any accepted abstract. The Covering Author registration deadline is 4 April 2027. Your abstract will be withdrawn if your registration is not complete by this date.
Oral Presentations
Invited talks will be 30 minutes long, including questions (25-minute oral presentation + 5-minute Q&A). Short talks will be 15 minutes long, including questions (10-minute oral presentation + 5-minute Q&A). Please ensure that your slides are formatted in a widescreen (16:9) aspect ratio.
Poster Presentations
Each presenter will be provided with a vertical poster board. Maximum poster size is limited to A0: 84 x 120 cm / 33 x 47 in (width x height) in the vertical orientation (portrait). Please print your poster prior to the conference. A plan for the poster session will be circulated later. For suggestions on poster design, click the button below.
Event Awards
To recognize the outstanding works presented during our conference, we are excited to announce two awards for our participants. Sponsored by the journal Foods, we will offer one Best Oral Presentation Award and one Best Poster Award.
The Awards
Number of Awards Available: 1
Prize: EUR 500
Number of Awards Available: 1
Prize: EUR 300
Location and Venue
UPF - BSM
Address: C/ de Balmes, 132, 134, 08008 Barcelona, Spain
Plan Your Trip
Barcelona
Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and Spain's second-largest city, with a population of over one and a half million people.
Located on the northeastern Mediterranean coast of Spain, this city has a rich and diverse history, with its roots dating back to Roman times. The fruitful medieval period established Barcelona's position as the economic and political center of the Western Mediterranean. The city's Gothic Quarter bears witness to the splendor enjoyed by the city from the 13th to the 15th century.
The 20th century ushered in widespread urban renewal throughout Barcelona, culminating in its landmark Eixample district, which showcases some of the city's most distinctive Catalan art-nouveau, or modernista, buildings, including La Pedrera, Casa Batlló, and the Sagrada Família church, designed by Antoni Gaudí, one of the world's most eminent architects.
In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic games, which brought about a massive upturn in its tourism industry. For visitors, this has translated into the very modern yet incredibly old city you see now in the 21st century, where new elements work to both preserve and celebrate the city’s heritage and origins.
Barcelona has plenty of outdoor markets, restaurants, shops, museums, and churches. The city is also very walkable, with an extensive and reliable Metro system for more far-flung destinations.
Travel
Barcelona is a vibrant and accessible city with excellent transportation links. Whether you are arriving by plane, train, or other means, there are convenient options to reach your destination. Below, you will find detailed guidance to ensure a smooth journey to the conference venue.
By plane:
The international airport of Barcelona, Barcelona-El Prat, is located 10 km from the city center. It is well connected to major airport hubs in Europe and various locations worldwide. For more information about the airport and flights, please visit the official website: https://www.aena.es. Once you arrive at the airport, you have several options to reach the venue:
-
By train: Take the TRAIN R2 NORD (https://rodalies.gencat.cat). Disembark at Barcelona Sants station. From there, you can either take METRO L5 (get off at Diagonal) or a taxi, available just outside the station. The train from the airport costs EUR 5. Tickets can be purchased at train stations. A taxi from the station to the conference venue costs approximately EUR 10.
-
By metro: Take LINE L9 (https://www.tmb.cat), which connects Barcelona Airport (both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2) to the city. Disembark at Collblanc station, and from there, transfer to METRO L5 (get off at Diagonal). The metro from the airport costs EUR 5.90, while a single city metro trip is EUR 2.90. Barcelona offers several public transport card options: the T-casual (10 trips, EUR 13 for Zone 1, not valid for the airport) and the T-usual (unlimited travel for 30 days, EUR 22.80 for Zone 1, including the airport via metro). There are also Hola Barcelona tourist cards, offering unlimited travel for 48 to 120 hours, but local cards usually offer better value for money. Tickets can be purchased at metro stops.
-
By taxi: Taxis are readily available just outside the arrivals area. A taxi from the airport to the conference venue costs approximately EUR 35. Alternatively, VTC apps like Uber, Bolt and Cabify also operate in Barcelona and might offer more competitive rates.
By train:
Barcelona Sants is the city's largest train station, providing rail services for Barcelona, the rest of Spain, and international destinations. For more information about the station and train services, please visit the official website: https://www.renfe.com. Once you arrive at the station, you have the following options to reach the venue:
-
By metro: Take LINE L5 (https://www.tmb.cat) and get off at Diagonal.
-
By taxi: Taxis are available just outside the station. A taxi from the station to the conference venue costs approximately EUR 10.
Accommodation
We want your stay in Barcelona during the conference to be as comfortable as possible. With that in mind, we have agreed on a discount with several hotels to make your choice of accommodations easier. Please book your accommodation online and contact the hotels directly with any issues or requests related to accommodation bookings.
We are delighted to announce that the following hotels will offer a discounted price for all Antibiotics 2026 attendees:
Hotel |
Description |
How to book |
|
|
Stay in the heart of Barcelona’s Eixample district at Catalonia Diagonal Centro, just a 1-minute walk from the conference venue. Alternatively, choose Catalonia Gallery/Boulevard, conveniently located at the conference dinner venue and only a 3-minute walk from the main event.
Situated next to Passeig de Gràcia and close to the city’s renowned Modernist architecture route, both hotels offer excellent public transport connections, making it easy to explore Barcelona for both business and leisure.
|
Click below to make a reservation with a 10% discount at either Catalonia Diagonal Centro or Catalonia Gallery/Boulevard, or use the code "CATALONIABCN".
|
|
|
A 3-star boutique hotel located next to the emblematic Avenida Diagonal and Paseo de Gracia, the city's most chic shopping area and just 5 minutes on foot from the conference venue. The hotel has a terrace with an outdoor swimming pool and gym, parking, a restaurant, and a museum room dedicated to the Catalan illustrator Ricard Opisso. |
Click below to complete your booking and add the 10% discount code "FOODS2027", valid for stays between the 24th and 30th May 2027, booked through the official website starting September 2026.
|
|
|
A 4-star hotel located at the center of the Eixample district of Barcelona, the city's most exclusive shopping area, and only steps away from Barcelona's most famous monuments and tourist attractions. It is a great starting point to discover architectural jewels of Catalan modernism such as La Pedrera, Casa Batlló or the Sagrada Familia, and just 5 minutes on foot from the conference venue. The excellent range of services at the Balmes Hotel also includes its large, tree-covered interior garden with pool, gym, meeting rooms, bar and parking. |
Click below to complete your booking and add the 10% discount code "FOODS2027", valid for stays between the 24th and 30th May 2027, booked through the official website starting September 2026.
|
|
|
Discover the magic of Barcelona and live an unforgettable experience with Atiram Hotels, offering a wide range of options to satisfy your needs. There are four hotels, located in the most emblematic parts of the city, allowing you to immerse yourself in its vibrant culture from the moment you arrive whilst providing you with maximum comfort during your stay. |
Click below to complete your booking and add the 8% discount code "FOODS27" (valid for stays at the Arenas, Oriente, Meson Castilla and Tres Torres between 24/05/2027 and 28/05/2027).
|
These accommodations have been carefully chosen to provide comfort and convenience for our guests while ensuring affordability through negotiated rates. Prepare to make the most of your conference experience with our exclusive lodging options designed to enhance your stay.
Beware of Unauthorized Registration and Hotel Solicitations
Note that Sciforum is the only official registration platform to register to Foods2027 and that we are not associated with any hotel agency (other than those listed above). While other hotel resellers and travel agencies may contact you with offers for your trip, they are not endorsed by or affiliated with Foods 2027 or Sciforum. Beware that entering into financial agreements with non-endorsed companies can have costly consequences.
Visa Information
Please note that you must apply for your own visa application. MDPI is not responsible for any visa application. However, MDPI can provide a Visa Support Letter. To be eligible for such a document, the criteria below must be fulfilled.
Visa Support Letter
- Applicants must have paid for registration and submitted an abstract in order to get a letter of support.
- Applicants must provide us with a scan of their valid, in-date passport that contains a photo of them.
- Applicants must provide us with a letter of support from their institution to confirm that they support the delegate attending the meeting.
-
This must be carried out in good time before the meeting; “last minute” requests will not be processed.
More useful information on visa application
Sponsors and Partners
Organizers
