The 47th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Food Microbiology [Osaka]
This academic meeting focuses on sharing the latest technologies and knowledge in food microbiology, providing a platform for multidisciplinary discussions on food hygiene, safety, and emerging challenges.
About the Society
The Japanese Society for Food Microbiology promotes research and knowledge exchange in food safety, hygiene, and microbial science, supporting both academic research and practical applications in industry and public health.
This annual meeting serves as an important forum for researchers, industry professionals, and public health experts to share findings and address emerging challenges in food microbiology.
Event Information
- Meeting Name: The 47th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Food Microbiology
- Dates: September 9 (Wed)–10 (Thu), 2026
- Venue: Grand Cube Osaka (Osaka International Convention Center)
- Address: 5-3-51 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0005, Japan
- President of the Meeting: Takao Kawai (Osaka Institute of Public Health)
- Secretariat: Organizing Office of the 47th Annual Meeting (Osaka Institute of Public Health)
Meeting Overview
- Main Programs: Symposia, general presentations (oral and poster), corporate exhibitions, luncheon seminars, and networking sessions
- Key Topics: Foodborne pathogens including myxozoan-related food poisoning, and the application of next-generation sequencing (NGS) in food microbiology
- Special Program: Special symposium supported by the Sakaguchi Foundation on health incidents related to red yeast rice products
- Awards: Outstanding presentation awards for both oral and poster sessions
The meeting aims to provide a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, raising new scientific questions, and promoting active exchange among participants in the field of food microbiology.
Abstract Submission
- Submission Period: March 2 – May 8, 2026
- Abstract Submission: May 19 – June 22, 2026
- Presentation File Submission: June 30 – August 24, 2026
- Eligibility: Presenters must be members or student members
- Format: Oral and poster presentations
Registration and Networking Event
- Early Registration: April 1 – July 17, 2026
- Registration Fee: Member JPY 7,000 (early) / JPY 9,000 (on-site); Non-member JPY 11,000 (early) / JPY 12,000 (on-site); Student JPY 1,000
- Proceedings: Included in registration fee (JPY 3,500 for separate purchase)
- Networking Event: September 9 (Wed), 18:00–20:00 (planned)
Access
- Venue: Grand Cube Osaka (Osaka International Convention Center)
- Nearest Station: Keihan Nakanoshima Line “Nakanoshima Station” (Exit 2, immediate access)
- From JR Osaka Station: Free shuttle bus available via RIHGA Royal Hotel
- Parking: 304 spaces (paid)
