Overview

The Department of Life Sciences (Food Science and Technology) at the Sharda School of Basic Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, in collaboration with the AFST-Delhi Chapter, is celebrating World Food Day on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The theme for this year is “For a Better Life and Better Future – Leave No One Behind,” emphasizing the importance of building inclusive and sustainable food systems for a brighter future for all. 

Objectives of Event

  • Raise awareness about food security: Highlight the challenges of ensuring sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for everyone, especially in vulnerable communities.
  • Promote sustainable food systems: Encourage practices that support long-term sustainability in agriculture, food production, and consumption to protect the environment and future food supplies.
  • Ensure inclusivity: Advocate for food systems that provide equitable access to healthy food for all, addressing disparities in food distribution and access.
  • Combat hunger and malnutrition: Focus on reducing global hunger and malnutrition by promoting better nutrition, food distribution, and accessibility initiatives.
  • Inspire action for a better future: Motivate individuals, organizations, and governments to take collective actions for a food-secure world, ensuring that no one is left behind.

Convener Details

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Speaker Details:

  • Dr. Shalini Sehgal is a Professor in the Department of Food Technology at Bhaskaracharya College of Applied Sciences, University of Delhi, with over 27 years of academic and research experience. She holds a Ph.D. in Dairy Microbiology from the National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, specializing in the bio-preservation of food using bacteriocins. Dr. Sehgal is an expert in food microbiology, safety, and chemistry, having taught and mentored numerous undergraduate students. Her professional career includes a significant role as Director (Quality Assurance) at FSSAI, where she oversaw the functioning of food analytical labs and led risk assessment initiatives. A recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Food Safety Mentor Award and the ASM-IUSSTF Indo-US Teaching Professorship, Dr. Sehgal has also coordinated international training programs in collaboration with the USFDA. Her research focuses on microbial food safety, predictive microbiology, and sustainable strategies to mitigate food-related risks.