The Faculty of Biotechnology at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa – Porto (ESB) is pleased to invite you to the conference "Food Safety: Perspectives and Prospects", marking the beginning of the celebrations for its 40th anniversary.

Also celebrating World Food Day, this event is a unique opportunity to discuss the importance of ensuring safe, nutritious, and accessible food for all in a world facing major challenges.

In 1984, ESB launched the pioneering Bachelor’s Degree in Food Engineering. Over four decades, we have trained professionals who have transformed the food industry. Today, our graduates lead significant innovations in the sector and inspire the next generation to continue this legacy of innovation and excellence.

Program

17h30 | Welcome Address
Isabel Braga da Cruz
Vice-Rector of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa

17h35 | 40 Years of ESB
Paula Castro
Director of the Faculty of Biotechnology

17h45 | Food Safety: Perspectives and Prospects
Roy Kirby (Keynote Speaker)
International reference in food safety

18h15 | Roundtable: Engineering and Food Safety in Portugal

Ana Veiga de Macedo
Food Engineer
Food Safety Consultant

António Vicente
Food Engineer
Representative of the Portuguese Association of Engineers

Lilia M Ahrné
Food Engineer
Professor at the University of Copenhagen

Nuno Soares
Food Engineer
Author of "How to Sell Food Safety"

Moderator
Paula Teixeira
Food Engineer
Professor at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa

19h00 | Closing Remarks
Isabel Capeloa Gil
Rector of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa

Registrations