Dr. Dufault completed her doctorate degree at A.T. Still University. She retired early from her position as a US Public Health Service officer at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to publish her findings of mercury in high fructose corn syrup and the first ever nutritional epigenetics model describing the role dietary factors play in the development of autism and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders. Nutritional epigenetics is the field of research where scientists study the effects of nutrients and dietary chemicals on gene expression. In 2010, Dr. Dufault co-founded the non-profit Food Ingredient and Health Research Institute where she serves as the Executive Director and Principal Investigator. Dr. Dufault and her collaborators have conducted several investigations to determine the impact of heavy metals in the ultra-processed food supply on human health and development. She also works as a lecturer and professor whenever possible. Dr. D is now considered a world leader in the field of nutritional epigenetics with hundreds of citations according to Google Scholar. In 2023, she was elected by the American Society of Nutrition (ASN) to serve as the At-Large Delegate for ASN’s Nutrient-Gene Interactions RIS (research interest section). Dr. Dufault is the author of two books which are used in conjunction as curriculum to teach the subject of nutritional epigenetics. The curriculum has been used successfully in three clinical trials as part of a nutrition intervention to change dietary behaviors and improve health. The publications that provide the results of the clinical trials are available at the National Library of Medicine via PubMed. Dr. Dufault also has years of experience working as a K-12 licensed teacher in SPED, Science, and Social Studies. She completed her masters degree in teaching biology at the University of Maryland. From 2006-2015, she developed and taught an online environmental health hazard assessment course at the United Tribes Technical College. Participants from nearly 100 different land-based tribes participated in the online course and developed work plans to address and mitigate environmental exposure issues of concern in their communities. From 2011-2012, she developed and taught a nutritional epigenetics course on line at Fort Peck Community College. From 2015-2017 she taught all levels of Biology (inc. AP) at AISJ in Saudi Arabia. Dr. D loves teaching and mentoring young people.

Dr. Hans Hoogeveen was elected as Independent Chairperson of the Council of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in June 2021. FAO Members elected him in July 2023 for a second term of two years. He is the former Permanent Representative of the Netherlands to FAO. Hans Hoogeveen is duly acknowledged as a consummate professional and a man of agriculture in the utmost degree. With unwavering focus on the stimulation and promotion of sustainable agriculture globally, food security and safety, he has served in numerous international functions. He is political advisor to the World Bank and special advisor to the UN Task Force. Board membership includes Yale University Governance, Environment and Market Initiative, and Fellow of Forest Trends, a leading International NGO on innovative natural policy in Washington D.C. He is also a member of the Board of the World Agriculture Forum. As Chairperson of the Seventh Session of the United Nations Forum on Forests Bureau, his leadership resulted in an international instrument deemed a landmark achievement by the UN Secretary General following fifteen years of encumbered international negotiations – a highly noteworthy accomplishment within the forum, which earned Hoogeveen a UN award. He is one of the founding members and current co-Chair of the Global Alliance for Climate Smart Agriculture (GACSA). In addition, he is founder member and current co-Chair of Champions 12.3, an international coalition of eminent commissioners and CEOs of companies, international organizations and NGOs, which focus on a 50% worldwide reduction on food losses and waste by 2030. Having worked in almost all UN capitals, including New York, Nairobi and Geneva, his broad and well-sustained international network is highly regarded. Among his many initiatives is a long list of international events, most of which have been organized by himself. Furthermore, he has experience in a variety of UN bodies other than FAO. He chaired numerous bodies such as in the context of FAO (Chairperson of the Programme Committee for four years), IFAD (Governing Body) and WFP. Early in his career he became well-acquainted with various aspects of the policy field: the Brussels component, political current affairs, and other party negotiations. He came to regard it as the most integral policy domain, impressing upon him its crucial implications for all living entities – humans, animals, plants. Fully dedicated to contributing to a high goal in areas such as Food Security and the elimination of poverty, he feels strongly that activity through joint effort in a multi-lateral field ultimately leads to the achievement of certain pivotal objectives. Hans Hoogeveen has authored a book on Sustainable Development Diplomacy as well as a number of articles on sustainable development and natural resources policies. His academic posts include Professor of Practice in Natural Resource Policy at the Fletcher School of Law, visiting Professor Sustainable Development Diplomacy at Wageningen University & Research, the Netherlands, and lead lecturer in European Policy. He holds a degree in Law obtained at Leiden University, the Netherlands, a Master’s degree in Public Management, and a Doctorate from The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Boston and Wageningen University, the Netherlands. He has received the following awards: Commander of Gregorius (Holy See), and Commander de l’Orde Grand-Ducal de la Couronne de Chene (Luxembourg).

Nate Blum serves as the Chief Executive Officer of BlüMilo and Sorghum United. Sorghum United is an international NGO serving to advance education and markets development for sorghum and adjacent small grains. Mr. Blum is passionate about the mission of Sorghum United due to the solutions for food security, nutrition, environmental sustainability, and rural economic disparity that these ancient grains represent. He is an expert on grain sorghum production and marketing, with a focus on value-added agriculture processing for sorghum-based products. Mr. Blum has represented the sorghum and millets industry in thirty-two countries, spanning every habitable continent, as well as at the United Nations FAO. He has also worked with international stakeholders in regard to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, hosting an Independent Food Systems Summit (August 2021). Mr. Blum served as the Executive Director of the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board and the Nebraska Sorghum Producers Association from 2019 to 2023. Mr. Blum serves on the USDA Grains, Feed, and Oilseeds Ag Trade Advisory Committee (ATAC). The ATAC advised trade policy to the office of the US Trade Representative. He also serves on the Private Sector Mechanism (PSM) advising the United Nations Committee on Food Security (CFS). He is an Alumnus of the University of Nebraska (Class of 2019), the Nebraska Leadership, Education, Agriculture, Development (LEAD) Program (Class XXXVI), and also served as the Vice president of the Nebraska LEAD Alumni Association. Mr. Blum received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nebraska. He also enjoys volunteering, mentoring, and organizing community events in his free time.

An innovative technical executive with special skill in envisioning & developing new technologies with commercial applications (over 120 patents granted and pending). Thirty years of broad technical experience in the food industry. An accomplished technical leader able to build and motivate high-performing teams. Areas of technical expertise include: • Advanced Food Technology • New Product Development • Inventor in all food sectors: 3 to 5 significant patentable innovations/year • Quality Control • Nutritional preservation

Steven Foster brings forth extensive expertise in Food Safety and Quality Assurance, encompassing trends, regulations, and legislation. Under his leadership, significant cultural change initiatives have led to a notable reduction of initial customer credits by 0.08%. Strong working knowledge of food safety, Preventive Controls/HACCP, GMP’s, FSMA and CFIA regulations, sanitary design and controls, food regulations, statistical process control and food technology and operations. Deep experience in management and organizational effectiveness influencing quality and food safety. Equally strong in driving performance improvement through strategic planning, organizational effectiveness in development initiatives, culture change, and cost-effective use of technology Leveraging Six Sigma Black Belt training, implementation of corrective measures for improvement is ensured, fostering collaborative partnerships and advancing food safety practices. Key Skills: Executive Leadership Food Safety & Quality Assurance Regulatory Compliance (FDA/USDA/CFIA) Strategic Planning & Execution Continuous Improvement Crisis Management & Recall Planning Root Cause Analysis (Six Sigma Black Belt) Partnership Development & Collaboration Training & Leadership Development Cross-functional Team Management Six Sigma, Black Belt trained; able to identify root-causes of issues and drive improvement initiatives. Governor Appointment to MN Food Safety and Defense Task Force and Food Innovation Team. Association of Food & Drug Officials CO-Chair and paid speaker Food Summit Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt SQF Practitioner, GFSI, PrimusGFS, BRC HACCP, PCQI, Lead Auditor 9001 Epidemics: The Dynamics of Infectious Diseases (Penn State) SHRM Certification (University of Minnesota)

Dr. Rai is an accomplished scientist with more than 20 years of industry and academic experiences focused on developing, translating, and disseminating the science related to health and wellness. She has made significant contributions to consumer self-care through a variety of roles in R&D including Discovery, Scientific, Regulatory, Advocacy, and Medical Affairs. She has led the design, implementation, and translation of preclinical and clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas including gastrointestinal health, sleep, immunity, vision performance and eye health, and the microbiome. Through this work, she has supported many new product launches for infants, children, and adults across several geographies. She is well-versed in the regulations on dietary supplements and OTC products including formulation and claims compliance as per local regulatory requirements of multiple countries. Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals. She has been an invited speaker and moderator in multiple national and international venues including media-related events. She is actively involved in advocacy through her leadership roles in Trade Organizations and Scientific Committees. Deshanie is currently the Chair of the Senior Scientific Advisory Committee at the Council for Responsible Nutrition. She is also an elected board member of Council Responsible Nutrition and the Science Board of the International Life Sciences Institute, NA and Canada. Dr. Rai is the recipient of several academic and industry awards.

Raffaele Pilla, Pharm.D., Ph.D., Doctor Europaeus, received his Master’s degree in Pharmacy at G. d’Annunzio University in Chieti-Pescara, Italy in 2005, where he also served internships at the Cell Physiology Laboratory and Molecular Biology Laboratory. Prior, he was an Erasmus Student at Faculté de Pharmacie de Reims in Reims, France. He received his Doctor Europaeus in 2010 from Pitié-Salpétrière Institute in Paris, France. Also in 2010, he received his Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Physiology, and Pathology of Muscle at G. d’Annunzio University in Chieti-Pescara, Italy. He was hired as a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of South Florida in Tampa, on two research grants funded by the Office of Naval Research (US Navy) and Divers’ Alert Network. He has written and lectured widely worldwide. He has been involved in ongoing research at the University of South Florida with the use of ketone esters.

PhD. Mariela Beatriz Maldonado has developed in the area of conservation technologies, such as transport phenomena applied to osmotic dehydration and modeling of diffusional phenomena that occur in Industry. He has knowledge and expertise, both theoretically and practically, in the area of organic and biological chemistry, enzymology, biochemistry and general and food microbiology such as food biochemistry, food safety, food safety and related areas. It works in the generation of Functional and/or Nutraceutical and Value-Added products and in Bioremediation of effluents from the food industry. She has the ability to form groups, lead quality systems, manage quality standards, audit and has knowledge of logistics, reverse logistics and the environment for modern industry.

Domingos Vita is Scientist and International Consultant in Public Health, graduated with a PhD in Medicine, specialized in Infectious Diseases (Tuberculosis) at University of Autonomo de Barcelona in Spain, specialist in Clinical Forensic Medicine at University of Montpellier in France, Master’s degree in Health Sciences at University of Roehampton, participated in Masters degree on control of Infectious diseases at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine also graduated with a BSc (Hons) Degree in Public Health at University of East London. Founder of Vita International Health Agency based in London-UK and also an associate Professor at University of Oscar ribas in Luanda-Angola, Instituto Superior Tecnico Militar (ISTM)-Faculty of Medicine in Angola and GEETA University in India. Senior Health Advisor at DSS/EMG/FAA-Angola.

Monia Caramma is Chief Sustainable Food Officer and Sustainable food Reseacher, Nutritional Coach, Master in Dietetics and Nutrition. He has been studying ancient cereals with and without gluten since 2000 and encountered sorghum in 2015 when he began the first milling tests. In 2017 he formulated the gelatinization and transformation technique of this cereal, obtaining a 100% sorghum dry pasta with excellent cooking resistance without the use of additives, emulsifiers, binders. He is a member of the Board and Steering Committee of Sorghum ID and Vice President of Sorghum United. She was included in the Forbes 2021 ranking of the 100 most influential women in Italy. In 2021 he published "Ancient and modern cereals, because knowing the variety of flour you eat can save your life" Ed. Mind. In 2023 he published “The truth please about food; food survival manual” Ed. Mind. In 2024 he published "Let's make the food revolution, from nutrition to food" Ed. Mind. His articles are published, among others, in the Journal of Food and Nutritional disorders, Tecniche molitorie, L'altra Medicine, Professional Pasta, Functional Foods.

Lyudmyla Vynnyk is an Internship as a Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory Research Technician, Nicosia, Cyprus and experienced Laboratory Technician with expertise in allergy immunoessays, hematology, and biochemistry analysis utilizing Mindray medical equipment, including BC-5150 Hematological impedance, BS-300 Biochemistry fotometry, CL960i Inmunological CLIA and Sysmex CA-50 Coagulator.Proficient in operating Mindray hematology analyzers to perform a comprehensive range of blood cell counts and differentials. and a wide spectrum of biochemical tests and electrolyte panels. Experienced Laboratory Technician with expertise in allergy immunoessays, hematology, and biochemistry analysis utilizing Mindray medical equipment, including BC-5150 Hematological impedance, BS-300 Biochemistry fotometry, CL960i Inmunological CLIA and Sysmex CA-50 Coagulator. Proficient in operating Mindray hematology analyzers to perform a comprehensive range of blood cell counts and differentials. and a wide spectrum of biochemical tests and electrolyte panels.…see more Good laboratory practices, Urinalysis and +19 skills Auxiliary Nursery Technician Community of Madrid, Spain Provided essential support to registered nurses in delivering patient care, encompassing tasks such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting in medical procedures. Ensured a hygienic and orderly patient environment, meticulously documented patient information, and facilitated seamless communication within the healthcare team. Collaborated closely with nurses and medical staff to optimize patient comfort and well-being, consistently upholding the healthcare standards of the medical center. Geriatric Nursing Assistant Lusanz Residence for the Elderly Providing comprehensive care to elderly individuals, including assistance with daily activities, medication administration, and monitoring vital signs. Collaborating closely with nursing and healthcare professionals, they contribute to the implementation of care plans. The role involves offering emotional and social support, participating in recreational activities, and maintaining accurate records of residents' health. Requirements include a recognized Nursing Assistant certification, knowledge of elderly care protocols, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team while respecting confidentiality. Auxiliary Nursery Technician Provided essential support to registered nurses in delivering patient care, encompassing tasks such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting in medical procedures. Ensured a hygienic and orderly patient environment, meticulously documented patient information, and facilitated seamless communication within the healthcare team. Collaborated closely with nurses and medical staff to optimize patient comfort and well-being, consistently upholding the healthcare standards of the medical center.

Dr. Hamad Rafique earned his Ph.D. in Food Chemistry and Nutrition from Shaanxi Normal University, China, in 2024. He began his research journey in 2020, joining the lab of Professor Hu, where his work primarily focused on cereal nutrition, with a particular emphasis on exploring the bioactive properties of oat protein peptides. His research has been centered on the neuroprotective effects of oat peptides and the development of functional foods. Dr. Hamad's studies span across multidisciplinary approaches, including in-vitro, in-vivo, and multi-omics analyses. Dr. Hamad completed a Master's degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics in 2019. He has contributed to several publications in peer-reviewed SCI(E) journals. Currently, Dr. Hamad is a postdoctoral researcher, where he is engaged in the formulation of neuroprotective food product.

Lamyae Ed-daoudy a Moroccan female, grew up with a passion for science. She pursued her Bachelor's degree in Biology, working on Rhizobia x Crocus sativus interaction, and later completed her Master's degree developing a keen interest in the field of plant-microorganism interactions and Genomics, which led her to pursue a PhD in this area. As a PhD student, Lamyae has dedicated her research to studying the effect of Rhizobia x Wheat genotypes interaction on drought tolerance in Morocco. Her work involves using micro-biological, molecular, and genomic techniques to study the mechanisms by which microorganisms interact with plants, and identify new or conserved transcripts associated with abiotic stress responsive genes and how these interactions can be harnessed to benefit agricultural practices. Pursuing a PhD in a highly specialized field, Lamyae looks forward to continuing her research and contributing to the scientific community in the years to come finding solutions to real-world problems.

-Internship year at Ain Shams Educational Hospital from 1 /9/ 2014 to 31/8 2015 -Internal Medicine resident at Bny suief University Hospital from 15/ 4/ 2018 to 14/4/2019 -Nephrology resident at military production hospital from 27/7/2016 to 9/10/2017