INTRODUCTION

Background The Halal industry covers a very wide range of products and services, from upstream agriculture production to manufacturing, from logistics to regulations and policies, from laboratory analysis to promotion and branding, trading and marketing to interpretation of Islamic jurisdiction. The lack of knowledge and research development in Halal food products and consumer goods has resulted in abuse and fraud among irresponsible manufacturers which had deceived and confused consumers. The future of the Halal industry is dependable upon overcoming the challenges the industry is facing. Given the intensity of global competition, it is extremely important that there is concerted effort to share technical resources and expertise while capitalizing on existing assets and strengths.

World Halal Research 2009

The World Halal Research 2009 is an international conference which provides a platform for scientists, researchers, scholars and academicians etc. to discuss and exchange ideas on new research findings, emerging technologies, trends, issues and challenges in the global Halal industry. Apart from providing updates on the latest issues in Halal industry research, the conference also aims to provide participants with the latest developments, technologies, emerging trends, product innovation, best practices and more within the Halal industry. This will also encourage a continuous effort in developing human capital and knowledge based economy which is imperative for the growth of the Halal industry. Formerly known as the International Conference on Research Advances in Halal Science, this conference is expected to be the catalyst in bringing the Halal Research and Development frontier further. It will explore new dimensions and chart new findings in Halal research for the benefit of all.

Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC)

Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC) was established by the Malaysian Government on 18th September 2006 to co-ordinate the overall development of the Halal industry in Malaysia and to facilitate its growth globally. HDC has been collaborating with various universities, research institutes and companies to leverage the Research and Development (R&D) of Halal products and services to a higher level. The organizing of this conference is part of the effort in promoting a better understanding, appreciation and the application of Halal via the platforms of scientific researches to the world.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
 To provide an international platform for researchers to introduce, explore and discuss latest updates on research findings, emerging technologies, trends, issues and challenges in Halal industry.

 To encourage more researches on products, processes, services and standards relevant to Halal industry and to appreciate efforts taken in putting them into practices (i.e. commercialization).

 To establish an international network among scientists, researchers, academicians in developing a recognized International Reference Center in Syariah and Scientific researches in Malaysia.

 To foster the development of knowledge based human capital which is vital for the growth of Halal industry in Malaysia and globally.

 To promote Malaysia as the centre for Research and Development (R&D) related to Halal industry.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
 Scientists, Researchers, Academicians / Students
 CEOs / Directors / Managers
 Policy Makers / Ambassadors
 Islamic Scholars
From;
 Universities / Research Institutes
 Companies (MNCs / SMEs)
 Government Departments / Agencies
 Embassies / Trade Associations
 Islamic Associations / Bodies

TENTATIVE PROGRAMME

Day 1 (7th May 2009) Thursday

Session 1: Global Perspective 0830 Arrival of Guest and Registration 0915 Arrival of VVIPs 0930 Welcoming and Keynote Address 1000 Paper 1 Prof. Yaakob Che Man (UPM) Updates on Global Halal R&D 1045 Tea Break 1100 Paper 2 Prof. Dr. Joe Rogenstein (Cornell) Updates on Global Halal & Kosher Industry 1145 Q&A Session 1200 Lunch and Solat Opening Ceremony (@ Matrade) 1330 Departure to Matrade 1430 Arrival of Guest and VVIPs 1500 Opening Ceremony MIHAS Exhibition Tour 1730 Departure to KLCC 1845 Arrival at KLCC 1900 End
VVIP Dinner/Cocktail 2000 Arrival of Guests 2015 Welcome Address 2030 Dinner 2200 End

Day 2 (8th May 2009) Friday

Session 2: Advance Researches 0900 Paper 3 Dr. Mian N. Riaz (Texas A&M) Halal an Emerging Food Quality Standard - Similarities between Halal & HACCP 0945 Paper 4 Dato’ Dr Mohamad Hashim (CCM) Advance Research in Pharmaceutical Products 1030 Q&A Session 1045 Tea Break 1100 Paper 5 Prof. Rowan Truss (Queensland) Bioplastic from Sugarcane 1145 Paper 6 Mr. Eduard M. Stempfel (Shell) Halal Certified Machine Lubricants 1230 Q&A Session 1245 Lunch and Solat (Friday) Session 3: Product Innovation 1430 Paper 7 Dr. Miskandar Mat Sahri (MPOB) Exploiting Palm Oil Potential for Halal Industry 1515 Paper 8 Dr. Xijun Yan (Tasly Grp) Traditional Chinese Medicine in Halal Industry 1600 Q&A Session 1615 Tea Break Closing Ceremony 1630 Official Closing
1700 End