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Years of research has demonstrated the efficacy of the diet rich in functional foods with bioactive compounds in reducing the risk of developing chronic disease. Decreasing the risk of chronic disease can also reduce the risk of viral disease, as those with chronic disease are more vulnerable to contracting and perishing from viral diseases. Considering the impact of the diet on both chronic and viral disease, having a greater understanding the bioactive compounds that produce the beneficial effects of the diet with functional foods can lead to improved health of the global population and decrease vulnerability to disease. Once identified, these bioactive compounds can be used in the development of functional foods for certain conditions, diseases, and their symptoms. 

To facilitate and promote the discussion of how the functional foods and bioactive compounds can be used to reduce the risks of disease, the central theme for the Functional Food Center’s 37^th International Conference will be "Bioactive Compounds and Functional Foods in Disease Prevention and Clinical Nutrition". 

The conference is organized by Functional Food Center-FFC (Dallas, TX, USA), Yerevan State Medical University, Yerevan, Armenia, Functional Food Institute-FFI (San Diego, CA, USA), International Academic Society for Functional Foods and Bioactive Compounds (ASFFBC), The Journal of "Functional Foods in Health and Disease" (FFHD), The Journal of "Bioactive Compounds in Health and Disease" (BCHD) and The Journal of Functional Food Science (FFS).

Yerevan State Medical University (YSMU) is consistently ranked as a premier institution for medical education in Armenia and has received high marks for its recent growth in the region. The university's rankings for 2025 and 2026 across various platforms include:

Armenia Ranking: Ranked #1 for Medicine and #2 overall among all higher education institutions in Armenia for 2025.

Fastest-Growing Status: Recognized as the #1 fastest-growing medical university in the post-Soviet region for 2025, based on the Exponentially Weighted Growth Index (EWGI).

Eastern Europe: Ranked #150 overall in Eastern Europe and notably high in specific specialties, such as #18 for Cardiology and #55 for Surgery among universities.

FFC37 - In-Person, as well as a Virtual Experience (LIVE Online Event): October 22 - 24, 2026.  For more than 25 years, the Functional Food Center has provided the functional and healthy food industry with outstanding education, training, exhibits and networking opportunities to a worldwide community of researchers, food scientists, and academics. 

For more details about conference sessions and topics, please visit conference Topics and Sessions page.

Check out this link to view an about the upcoming conference:  Informational Brochure  

Please click the link to watch about the the YSMU: YouTube video 

Call for Abstracts

Share your research with a global audience through the FFC 35^th International Conference! The abstract submission deadline is April 30th, 2026.  Abstract publication fee is $50.00. The entire abstract should have a maximum of 750 words (including extra information about authors). Please use Times New Roman Font 12 for the entire abstract.

Submit your abstract to be considered for an opportunity to showcase your work along with other leaders from the fields of medicine and food science during this event in a short or regular presentation. You will also have the opportunity to answer audience questions in real-time. 

Short Presentations: 7 minutes

Regular Presentations: 20 Minutes

Special and Keynote Presentations: 25-30 Minutes

Decisions on selection will be promptly communicated to the authors via e-mail. All contributions will be reviewed by organizing committee members, and accepted abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings book. Please email your abstract as an attachment to ffc@functionalfoodscenter.net. Please review our sample abstract.  It is mandatory to make a payment within 7-10 days after you receive an abstract acceptance letter. 

Registration Fees and Deadlines

The registration fee will cover the Conference Proceedings book (Abstract book) and a 12-month membership to the Academic Society for Functional Foods and Bioactive Compounds. It will provide access to all sessions as  well as free lunches and coffee. Each registration allows the registrant to present up to 3 accepted abstracts maximum. Registration includes access to the entire program and Expo, presentation materials, and networking with expert speakers and organizing committee members. Early Bird Ends February 15, 2026.

Cancellation Policy: Before April 30th, 2026: 75% refund; before June 1st, 2026: 50% refund; after June 1st, 2026: No refund. Reimbursements will be sent after the conference. Notice of cancellation of registration must be received in writing to the Conference Secretariat. All refunds will be provided after the conference within 14 days.

Conference registration fees are in USD . 

*M: Members of Academic Society for Functional Foods and Bioactive Compounds; **N: Nonmembers(N); ***If an exhibitor wants a larger space, they can rent bigger space; ****Conference is offering a 25% reduced registration fee to students and residents of UN list of least developed countries (https://unctad.org/topic/least-developed-countries/list); *** 50% discount for virtual participation; Local students, professors, and researchers are invited to apply for conference scholarships.

Venue and Accommodations:

Our venue will be located at Yerevan State Medical University, Yerevan, Armenia

Deadlines: 

• The abstract submission deadline is April 30th, 2026.
• Full-text papers (full review or research articles) for oral presentations or posters will receive 70% discount for the article publication fee. Please note that the submission of full text papers are mandatory for oral presenters. Please review the author guidlenes before submitting your article. We will chose your article for publication in FFC's open-access, peer-reviewed journals in accordance to your article content and other parameters: 3 our journals included in the Scopus and they are: The Journal of "Functional Foods in Health and Disease" (FFHD),  The Journal of "Bioactive Compounds in Health and Disease" (BCHD) and The Journal of Functional Food Science (FFS).  Full-text paper submission deadline is June 30th, 2026.
• Power Points for oral presentations should be submitted before October 12th, 2026. 

Please note that the program and sessions are subject to change. For more information about the conference, please contact us by e-mail at ffc@functionalfoodscenter.net.