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| Soya | Potato | Whey |
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| Pea | Canola | Gelatin |
| Wheat | Casein | Egg albumin |
09.30 - 10.15 hours: Protein Denaturation, Agglomeration and Gelation - General Mills: Dr. Erika B. Smith, Principal Scientist GI Division (USA)
How do proteins behave in food formulations and during food processing? What are the effects of acid, salt, sugar on the protein structure, and the functional properties. Which other ingredients can be used to create a different functionality and or to obtain synergistic effects? What are the most important changes in protein structure during heating, cooling and freezing? How do these changes affect the protein functionality. During this presentationn an overview of protein denaturation, agglomeration and gelation will be shared.
10.15 - 10.45 hours: Refreshment break
10.45 - 11.30 hours: Protein Stabilisation and Emulsification - Mississipi State University: Dr. Zahur Zee Haque, Food Science(USA)
The principles of protein stabilisation will be discussed. Why do we need to stabilise proteins?
What are principles behind(de)stabilisation? What are the effects of processing and ingredients
on protein stability? Which kind of processing can help to stabilise? Which other ingredients are used to stabilise proteins and how does this interaction work? How do the various food proteins compare in terms of stability and emulsifying power from a fundamental and properties point of view in liquid food systems?
11.30 - 12.15 hours:Nutritional Properties and Comparison of Food Proteins - Egg Nutrition Centre:
Mrs. Marcia Greenblum MS, RD, Director, Nutrition and Food Safety Education (USA)
Until recently protein intake recommendations were based on avoidance of deficiency with respect to protein balance. The current focus of nutrition research is on establishing levels of protein intake that can support optimal health by promoting growth and preventing muscle wasting. Interest is growing within the public health community in raising protein intake recommendations and differentiating the quality and bioavailability of protein sources. This presentation will highlight the nutritional properties of proteins as well as how the various proteins compare. You will also learn about the ongoing debates with regards to the measurement of nutritional properties including the PDCAAS values and the latest research findings that suggest an optimal time of protein intake and a threshold quantity needed for muscle synthesis, satiety and avoidance of sarcopenia.
12.15 - 13.30 hours: Lunch
13.30 - 14.30 hours: Soy Proteins - Solae: Dr. Minhthy Nguyen, Associate Director, Applications T&I and
Sensory Science (USA)
The soybean (U.S.) (Glycine max) is a species of legume native to East Asia, and currently harvested
in large amounts in the USA, and Latin-America. Soybeans are the primary ingredient in many
processed foods, including meat and meat-free applications, dairy-free products, healthy & nutritional bars, infant and sport formulations.
14.30 - 15.30 hours: Pea Proteins - Cosucra: Mr. Anthony Claeyssens, North American Area Manager(Belgium) & AB Ingredients: Mrs. Trish Dozier, Technical Sales(U.S.A)
A pea is most commonly the small spherical seed or the seed-pod of the legume Pisum sativum.
Pea starch, fibres and proteins are used in many different food applications for gelling, binding, and
nutritional reasons such as babyfood and bars applications. Pea proteins are free from allergenic
properties.
15.30 - 16.00 hours: Refreshment break
16.00 - 17.00 hours: Potato Proteins - Solanic: Mr. Paul Hart, Appplication Technology (Netherlands)
The potato is a starchy, tuberous crop from the perennial Solanum tuberosum of the Solanaceae
family. Potatoes are the world’s fourth largest food crop, following rice, wheat, and corn.
New breakthroughs in technology have led to the development of new soluble potato proteins.
This protein has unique gelling, foaming, and emulsification properties.
17.00 hours: Discussion and Closure
19.30 hours: Course Dinner for all delegates in downtown Anaheim
09.00 - 10.00 hours: Wheat Proteins - Cargill: Mr. Peter Van der Horst, Wheat Gluten Application Manager (USA)
Wheat (Triticum spp.) is a worldwide cultivated grass from the Levant area of the Middle East.
Globally, after maize, wheat is the second most-produced food among the cereal crops; rice ranks
third. Wheat grain is a staple food used to make flour for bread, bakery, pasta and cereal applica-
tions, for sugar syrup production and for fermentation to make alcoholic beverages. Wheat gluten is
used for binding and texturizing purposes in many different foods.
10.00 - 11.00 hours: Canola Proteins - Burcon NutraScience Corp.: Dr. Martin Schweizer, Technical Development Manager (Canada)
Canola is one of two cultivars of rapeseed or Brassica campestris (Brassica napus L. and B. campestris L.). Their seeds are used to produce edible oil that is fit for human consumption. Once considered a specialty crop in Canada, canola has become a major North American cash crop. Breakthroughs in technology by the Canadian Burcon Company have led to 100% acid soluble and transparent canola proteins which, will be introduced shortly to the global food and beverage market. Canola proteins also have high gelling and emulsification capabilities in various food systems. In addition, Burcon recently introduced the first acid soluble soy protein isolate ClarisoyTM, which will allow applications in transparent acidic beverages.
11.00 - 11.30 hours: Refreshment break
11.30 - 12.30 hours: Egg Albumin Proteins - Michael Foods: Dr. Hershell R. Ball, VP Research (USA)
Egg white is the common name for the clear liquid (also called the albumin) contained within an
egg. It is the cytoplasm of the egg, primary natural purpose is to protect the egg yolk and provide
additional nutrition for the growth of the embryo. Egg albumin is known for its unique gelling,
binding, and foaming capabilities, and used in for instance meat-free, fish, baked goods.
12.30 - 13.30 hours: Lunch for delegates & speakers
13.30 - 14.30 hours: Caseinate and Milk Protein Concentrates and Isolates - Fonterra: Mr. Keith Schafer, Group Manager Dairy (USA)
Casein (from Latin caseus “cheese”) is the predominant phosphoprotein (αS1, αS2, β, κ) that accounts
for nearly 80% of proteins in cow milk and cheese. As it exists in milk, it is a salt of calcium. In the
acid form, caseinates are widely used in meat and bar applications as well as in health foods for
nutritional reasons. Relatively new products to the food industry are milk protein concentrates and
milk proteins isolates.
14.30 - 15.30 hours: Whey Proteins - Midwest Dairy Foods Research Center / DMI: Mr. Lloyd Metzger, Associate Professor, Alfred Chair in Dairy Education (USA)
Whey or milk plasma is the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained. Whey is used
to produce ricotta, brown cheeses, and many other food products including dairy, sports, bevera-
ges, bakery and nutritional applications. Whey proteins primarily consist of α-lactalbumin and β-
lactoglobulin.
15.30 - 16.00 hours: Refreshment break
16.00 - 17.00 hours: Gelatin - PB Leiner: Mr. David Poppen, Technical Service Manager (USA)
Gelatin is a translucent, colorless, brittle, nearly tasteless solid substance, derived from the collagen
inside animals’ skin and mostly bones. It has been commonly used as a gelling and binding agent in
many applications such as confectionery and meats. Gelatin is an irreversibly hydrolyzed form of
collagen. Collagen which has found new applications in health foods.
17.00 hours: Discussion and Closure
Delegates are free to have dinner in small groups. We wil have a list of restaurants at the regsitration table and a sign-in list for the delegates to join other delegates for Italian, American, Asian, Mexican .... food!
09.00 - 15.30 hours: Protein Evaluation and hands-on team working sessions in groups
The functional properties and applications of each type of protein will be discussed from a theoretical and practical point of
view. Participants will evaluate various protein gels and various foods with different proteins in order to combine the theory
with practice and obtain “hands-on” experience.
Delegates will be divided into small teams. Some of the applications highlighted are:
Bread & Pastry |
Confectionery |
Meat & Meat-free |
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Dairy & Dairy-free and Beverages |
Bars |
Nutrition |
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12.30 - 13.45 hours: Lunch for delegates & speakers
16.30 hours: Summary & Closure
16.30 hours: Meet the experts
Delegates can book a personal meeting with the various speakers to discuss their application challenges or any other protein
or protein application question.
We will assist you with your travel arrangements such as organising taxis to the bus stop or informing you about options to go to Angeles International Airport. No worries! We'll try to make things easier with and for you!
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Exhibition stand
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Drinks reception
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Lead Sponsorship
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Bridge2Food has made a block booking for the Food Proteins Course delegates at discounted prices. This block booking will expire May 18, so make your reservations soonest.
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The Embassy Suites Anaheim - North has a majestic 14-foot waterfall and a gorgeous garden atrium for guests to enjoy. The hotel has already established a great reputation for vacations, meetings, weddings, dining and much more. Take a look at the photo gallery and see for yourself just what’s on offer. Each of the 222 spacious suites is designed with comfort in mind. The 222 spacious guest suites are overlooking a 7-story New Orleans style atrium with tropical foliage, cascading waterfalls and tranquil Koi streams - ensuring a relaxing stay in Anaheim.
At Embassy Suites Anaheim North Hotel, an indoor swimming pool, spa and an outdoor sundeck to enjoy the southern California sun are offered on a complimentary basis.

Embassy Suites Anaheim North is located minutes away from the Anaheim Convention Center and offers a convenient shuttle service to our guests who are visiting the center.
On-line room registration and reservation are the responsibility of the course delegates. The Course package does not include overnight hotel stays. Reservation will be possible from April 18, 2009 onwards. The block booking will expire May 14, so make your reservations as soon as you can!

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