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Dear Members of the Polyphenols Research Community,

It is our pleasure to welcome you to the 19th World Congress on Polyphenols Applications, taking place in Málaga, Spain, on October 8–9, 2026.

This year’s congress will explore how polyphenols can contribute to health, longevity, nutrition, and sustainable innovation, with a particular focus on translating scientific discoveries into meaningful applications.

Our Vision

Polyphenols Applications 2026 is built around a clear ambition: to better understand the role of polyphenols and their metabolites in disease prevention, healthy aging, and sustainable nutrition systems.

Advancing Health, Nutrition and Sustainability through Polyphenol Research and Innovation

Day One will move from human health to mechanisms, addressing healthy aging, metabolic and neurodegenerative health, polyphenol metabolism, microbiome interactions, and the emerging links between taste receptors and satiety.

Day Two will move from food systems to applications and innovation, covering food and nutrition, agriculture and sustainability, polyphenol chemistry, formulation, delivery systems, and emerging industrial applications.

Throughout these two days, we aim to strengthen the dialogue between researchers, clinicians, nutrition scientists, agriculture experts, and industry, and to identify new opportunities to translate polyphenol science into real-world solutions.

We are delighted to welcome you to Málaga and thank you for being part of this 19th edition.

Warm regards,

On behalf of the Scientific Committee

Andreas Schieber
University of Bonn, Germany
Chair of the Scientific Committee
Polyphenols Applications 2026

Speakers Lineup 2025

Polyphenols 2026 Speakers

Introduction of Polyphenols Applications 2026Andreas Schieber, Bonn University, Germany

Extracellular Vesicles and Polyphenols: A New Frontier for Precision Nutrition and Clinical TranslationAlberto Dávalos, IMDEA-Food, Spain

Reducing Methane Emissions with Polyphenols: New Strategies for Sustainable Animal ProductionMaria Hayes, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ireland

Understanding Polyphenol Complexity: Analytical Challenges and OpportunitiesJuha-Pekka Salminen, University of Turku, Finland

Species-Specific Biofunctionality of Polyphenols: Insights from Ruminant and Human NutritionKatrin Giller, University of Hohenheim, Germany

Metabolic profiling of ¹³C-Labeled rosmarinic acid by LC-MS in an in vitro colon modelMaike Passon, University of Bonn, Germany

From Polyphenol Metabolism to Precision Nutrition: Advancing Translation to Human HealthPedro Mena, University of Parma, Italy

Polyphenols in Food Systems: Improving Quality and SafetyFrancisco J. Hidalgo, CSIC, Spain

Polyphenols, Fibers and Microbial Metabolites: Decoding the Gut DialogueKieran Tuohy, University of Leeds, United Kingdom

Can Polyphenols Delay Diabetic Complications? Pterostilbene as a Translational Model in Retinal HealthAngel Ortega, Universitat de València, Spain

Looking Beyond Composition: The Gut Microbiome's Capacity to Metabolize Dietary PolyphenolsStephanie Wilson, University of California Davis, USA

Rethinking Polyphenol Intake in Modern Lifestyles: From Food Processing to Precision NutritionBhimu Patil, Texas A&M University, USA

Engineering the Next Generation of Polyphenols: From Natural Bioactives to Multi-Target TherapeuticsAngela Corvino, University of Naples Federico II, Italy

Beyond the Tongue: Gut Taste Receptors as New Targets for SatietyInge Depoortere, KU Leuven, Belgium

Rethinking Polyphenol Function: How Oxidation Changes Biological ActivityFabian Weber, University of Kassel, Germany

Rethinking Polyphenols and Their Metabolites: Is Mitochondrial Competence the Missing Link?Marvin Edeas, Université Paris Cité, France

Can Xanthohumol Protect the Brain? From Neuroinflammation and Critical Illness to Cognitive DeclineWojciech Dabrowski, Medical University of Lublin, Poland

Welcome to the 18th World Congress on Polyphenols Applications!

Join us at the 18th World Congress on Polyphenols Applications at the Corinthia Palace Malta on October 2-3, 2025, where leading experts, researchers, and professionals will gather to discuss the latest advancements in polyphenol science and their diverse applications.

What to Expect

Day 1 will begin with an inspiring keynote, setting the stage for in-depth discussions on polyphenols’ impact on health, microbiota, and clinical applications. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest research and practical applications.
Day 2 will focus on cutting-edge developments in polyphenol chemistry, including chemical conversions, followed by a forward-looking session on the future of polyphenol research. These discussions will highlight new possibilities and emerging trends in the field.

This congress is not just about knowledge, it’s an opportunity to connect with the global polyphenol research community, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations that will shape the future of polyphenol science.

We look forward to welcoming you to sunny Malta for two days of insightful discussions and scientific innovation!