2015 Sensory Science Group Conference
A SLICE OF SENSORY
Monday 18 May 2015, East Midland Conference Centre
CALL FOR POSTER ABSTRACTS
Deadline 19th April
This year we look across the whole sector of sensory and consumer testing, from discrimination testing through to consumer response and their emotions. A combination of keynote speakers, workshops and poster presentations will ensure a varied day with plenty of opportunities to expand your sensory network.
| 09.00-09.30 | Registration and refreshments |
| 09.30-09.35 | Welcome to Nottingham University, Joanne Hort, University of Nottingham |
| 09.35-09.50 | Cindy Beeren, Chair, Sensory Science Group |
| 09.50-10.35 | Sensory Dimensions, UK Facial expression of emotions: Practical considerations for consumer research Hannelize van Zyl, Lead Scientist: Sensory and Product, Heineken |
| 10.35-11.05 | Towards the consumer activated company – consumer connections at the core of your innovation process Tom Goderis, Managing Director, InSites Consulting UK |
| 11.05-11.45 | Oral poster session |
| 11.45-13.30 | Lunch, poster session, and networking |
| 13.30-14.30 and 14.40-15.40 | Workshop 1: Understanding the consumers’ emotional responses to sensory stimuli Chris Lukehurst, The Marketing Clinic |
| 13.30-14.30 and 14.40-15.40 | Workshop 2: Overview of discrimination testing Sensory scientists, Leatherhead Food Research, UK |
| 16.00-16.45 | Why we do what we do- how sensory caracteristics influence our human behaviour David Thompson, MMR, UK |
| 16.45-17.00 | Question and answer session |
CALL FOR POSTER ABSTRACTS
Abstracts should be no longer than 300 words and the topic should be related to the themes of the conference and/or discuss new sensory or consumer methods or concepts. A selection of abstracts will be chosen for the Oral Poster Session. Please email abstracts to info@carolraithatha.co.uk by 19th April 2015 at the latest.
There will be a £30 Amazon voucher for the best poster.
CONFERENCE FEES
Registration includes refreshments and lunch:
Non-IFST/SCI/E3S £225
IFST/SCI/E3S £195
Retired £165
Full Time Student £70
EXHIBITING AT THE CONFERENCE
We have a number of exhibition tables at the conference. The cost of purchasing one is £70 (includes VAT). You are able to purchase when booking to attend. If you would like more information about exhibiting, please contact Sarah Gough.
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*The conference organisers reserve the right to change the programme at any time