Session 3

Nutrient-Gene Interactions

Chairs: Shuhei Kobayashi, University of Human Arts and Sciences, Japan and Michael Fenech, CSIRO Human Nutrition, Australia
An overview of mechanisms of nutrient-gene interactions that covers epigenetics, a case example on insulin response, and cell cycle regulation. This session is followed by others that offer a closer look into cancer-risk reduction, immuno-modulation potential and other aspects of physiological well-being.

Session 4

Nutrigenomics in Cancer Risk Reduction

Chairs: Edison Liu, Genome Institute of Singapore, Singapore and Lynn Ferguson, University of Auckland, New Zealand
Focusing on cancer risk reduction, the presenstations in this plenary session explore the potential application of nutrigenomics in cancer research. The genetic links of different populations to cancer are highlighted.

Session 5

Nutrigenomics and Molecular Immuno-Modulation

Chairs: Yuan Kun Lee, National University of Singapore, Singapore and Nico van Belzen, ILSI Europe, Belgium
This session provides an overview of nutrients affecting immune regulation. Case examples include non-digestible carbohydrate, pre- and pro-biotics, selenium, and polyunsaturated fatty acid.

Session 6

Nutrigenomics in Other Physiological States and Well-Being

Chairs: Junshin Chen, ILSI Focal Point in China and John Mathers, University of Newcastle, UK
Application of nutrigenomics in other important physiological processes such as mental and cognitive function, circardian rhythm, and eye health are addressed.