Welcome
We are delighted to welcome you to SLIM 2026, the twelfth edition of the renowned international congress dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in the shelf life of packaged food. This event will take place at the Faculty of Biology, University of Santiago de Compostela (USC, Spain), and is organised by the FoodChemPack USC research group in collaboration with the Italian Scientific Group of Food Packaging (GSICA).
Over the years, SLIM has become a global reference for researchers, professionals, and industry leaders seeking to exchange insights, discuss current developments, and explore future applications in the field of food shelf life.
The SLIM 2026 program will address key topics shaping the future of food preservation, packaging, and sustainability, including:
- Shelf Life Modelling, Testing & Prediction
- Emerging & Innovative Technologies for Shelf Life Extension
- Sustainable Packaging, Materials Innovation and Safety Issues
- Food Quality, Safety & Shelf Life Interactions
- Policy, Consumer Trends & Sustainability in Shelf Life and Packaging Strategies
The congress will feature plenary sessions, invited keynote lectures, oral and poster presentations, fostering an international forum where academia and industry meet to share cutting-edge knowledge and promote collaboration toward safer, more sustainable food systems.
We warmly invite you to join us in Santiago de Compostela to be part of this exciting event - where science, innovation, and sustainability come together to extend the life of food and the planet.
With our warmest regards,
Letricia Barbosa Pereira
Ana Rodríguez Bernaldo de Quirós
Raquel Sendón García
Conference Chairs, SLIM 2026