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Keynote: Regulatory Frontiers: Navigating Food Safety in a Changing World

With new challenges emerging in food safety and regulation, this keynote features insights from the FDA’s Acting Deputy Commissioner for Food. Explore the latest developments in regulatory science, risk assessment, and compliance, and learn how global standards are evolving to address novel ingredients, technologies, and consumer expectations. This session will empower food professionals to anticipate regulatory shifts and proactively shape the future of safe, nutritious food.

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Tuesday, July 14, 2026 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CT Expo Hall A: Main Stage

With new challenges emerging in food safety and regulation, this keynote features insights from the FDA’s Acting Deputy Commissioner for Food. Explore the latest developments in regulatory science, risk assessment, and compliance, and learn how global standards are evolving to address novel ingredients, technologies, and consumer expectations. This session will empower food professionals to anticipate regulatory shifts and proactively shape the future of safe, nutritious food.

Speakers

    Donald Prater

    Donald Prater Deputy Commissioner for Food

    U.S. FDA

    Anna Rosales

    Anna Rosales Vice President of Science & Policy

    Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

Event Type

  • Keynote

Tracks

  • Food Safety And Quality Management
  • Public Policy Food Laws And Regulations
  • Toxicology And Safety Evaluation
  • Early Career Professional