Main Conference Organizers
About Functional Food Center/Functional Food Institute
Since 1998, The Functional Food Center (FFC) has been a pioneer in the functional food science field, combining cutting-edge expertise in the biomedical sciences with practical business experience in order to aid in further research, development, and commercialization of functional food innovations in both domestic and international markets. The FFC connects a global network of professionals (scientists, functional food experts, and food and medical industry representatives) to an environment conducive to innovative research collaboration. The FFC defines functional foods as, “Natural or processed foods that contain biologically-active compounds, which, in defined, effective, non-toxic amounts, provide a clinically proven and documented health benefit utilizing specific biomarkers, to promote optimal health and reduce the risk of chronic/viral diseases and manage their symptoms”. The FFC set out to establish a methodology for the classification and development of functional food products and a database for functional food research. Since then, the FFC has created a global network of thousands of scientists, functional food experts, and food industry representatives who support the FFC’s mission.
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About Yerevan State University
Yerevan State University (YSU) is the most ancient educational institution in Armenia that has remained in operation since it was established in 1919. It is also the largest university in the country while offering a wide range of high-quality academic programs with numerous disciplines including natural sciences and social sciences. Currently, there are 312 educational programs with almost 14,000 students and 150,000 graduates. Yerevan State University prioritizes the development of science and innovation by being actively involved in scientific research and collaborating with other research institutions including participation in international conferences. Mkrtich Avagyan, Head of the Department of Alternative Medicine at Yerevan State Medical University, will be joining the FFC's 31st international conference as one of the main conference organizers.
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