RAFA 2026: 12th International Symposium on Recent Advances in Food Analysis

Scientific conference on food analysis innovation 

The RAFA 2026 conference is the 12th International Symposium on Recent Advances in Food Analysis, a major scientific event focusing on cutting‑edge research and methodologies in food quality, safety, and analytical science. It brings together researchers, industry professionals, and academic experts to explore innovative analytical and bioanalytical strategies for tackling contemporary challenges in food analysis and safety control. Topics typically addressed include contaminants (like mycotoxins and environmental residues), emerging food‑related substances (e.g., PFAS), food fraud detection, multi‑omics approaches, and the latest tools in chemometrics, big data handling, and portable on‑site analysis. 

The 2026 edition is scheduled for 3–6 November 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic, continuing RAFA’s tradition of fostering scientific exchange in a collaborative international setting. Detailed program information, such as speaker lists and session topics, is typically published closer to the event date, offering opportunities for paper presentations, posters, and networking with leading experts in food science. 

For more details and updates on registration, program announcements, and venue information, see the official conference site: https://www.rafa2026.eu/.  

Here’s a quick snapshot of the event’s focus: 

• Analytical strategies for food quality and safety 

• Novel methods in contaminant detection and food authenticity 

• Scientific networking and knowledge exchange among researchers and industry professionals. 

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