November 2010

Inside this Issue

1 ℘ Chairman’s Letter

2 ℘ Events and People℘ Aussie in top job

3 ℘ Australian conference

report

4 ℘ Scholarships ℘ 75 years at Enfield and

still going strong

6 ℘ AACC annual meeting

8 ℘ 61st Australian Cereal Chemistry Conference

10 ℘ European Young Cereal Scientists workshop

12 ℘ Scholarship application form

Royal Australian Chemistry Institute Cereal Chemistry Division

Chairman’s Letter Chairman’s Letter

Thank you for the honour of electing me to chair the CCD. I would like to sincerely thank Bronwyn Elliott who, as the chair of the Division for the past 2 years, has done so much to guide the Division through this period of significant change. She has done a tremendous job. For those who do not know me I have been involved in cereal research and commercial activities for 30 years. During this time I have worked in Australia and overseas for companies such as Goodman Fielder Limited, Penford Corporation and National Starch & Chemical Company. My research has focused on starch breeding, starch structure & function, and the nutritional benefits of starch and other carbohydrates. This work included the identification, development and commercial-isation of the range of resistant starch ingredients that were originally identified under the Hi-maize™ trade mark.

Cereal Chemistry Division Newsletter

My cereal science research activities continue through positions as a Professorial Fellow at Wollongong University, Adjunct Professor at Flinders University and a Special Visiting Professor, Colorado University. Although there will be many challenges in the coming year the CCD has a long and proud tradition. I am sure that with the many active members of the Division, including those members of the RACI who have now expressed interest in the CCD, we will continue to develop cereal chemistry and related sciences in Australia. One of the important objectives for the coming year is to identify and provide services of value to the members of the division. A range of new initiatives have already been suggested and they will be discussed with the members in due course. With your help I look forward to the year ahead.

Ian Brown

“Gains from Grains”

61st Australian Cereal Chemistry Conference

4—9 September 2011

at

Coolangatta–Tweed Heads

Mark your diary NOW

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Events Diary 10-13 April 2011 Santiago, Chile 2nd ICC Latin American Conference www.icc.or.at/node/1402 23 – 25 May, 2011 Helsinki, Finland 10th European Young Scientists and Technologists Workshop See pages 10-11 or www.cerealsandeurope.net 4-9 September, 2011 Coolangatta – Tweed Heads 61st Australian cereal Chemistry Conference More information, in due course at www.ausgrainscience.org.au 16-19 October 16-19, 2011 Palm Springs, California AACC International Annual Meeting www.aaccnet.org/meetings/default.asp

People After a career of over 30 years in the cereal industry, first in UK and for the past 16 yeats here, Brian Osborne retired recently from BRI Research. He plans to continue in the field as a consultant Our congratulations to Matthew Morell, who was leader of the Barleymax® team that was recently awarded the CSIRO Medal for Research Achievement. For furtherinformation see www.csiro.au/science/CSIRO-Research-Achievement-Medal-recipients.html#1 Congratulations also to Vicky Solah, who has been elected as a Fellow by AIFST. Vicky is a previous Cereal Chemistry Division chairman.

Aussie Boy Takes Top Job. At the its recent annual meeting in Savannah, Professor Barry V. McCleary assumed the position of President of the American Association of Cereal Chemists International. Barry has been a member of AACC International for 20 years, has served on the Board as International Director from 2000 to 2002 and was chair of the Dietary Fiber Technical Committee for 6 years. He has had active involvement in many of the technical committees and workshops and has coordinated numerous interlaboratory evaluations of methods. During his term of office, Barry will reinforce the current renewal of interest in science and analytical methodology within the Association. He will continue to push for the production and availability of improved methodology aids such as videos and calculators for the broad range of the methods that AACCI provides. These enhancements should greatly assist new entrants into our field as well as the supervisors of these scientists. He will also actively encourage and support hands-on workshops that demonstrate methodology and discuss relevant scientific issues for those in the cereals and related industries. Like our own organization, the success of AACC International is absolutely dependent on its members and Barry plans to expand the program for volunteer recognition.

Barry McLeary receives the gavel of office from outgoing President, Khalil Khan. (Photo courtesy of AACC International)

Barry has also been a long-time supporter of the RACI Cereal Chemistry Division, by both attendance at annual conferences and sponsorship of the Division’s Service Award, also known as the Megazyme award.

Late news Scholarship Application Date Extended

The deadline for scholarship applications has been extended to 15 December, 2010 (see page 4). All applications should be addressed to the secretary, Helen Taylor, helen.taylor@industry.nsw.gov.au

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60th Australian Cereal Chemisrty Conference A Students’ Perspective

The 60th Australian Cereal Chemistry Conference was organised successfully in Melbourne at RACV Club from 19th September to 22nd September 2010. The venue was positioned in the heart of CBD which was especially convenient for the attendees who were new to Melbourne to experience the vibrant life of the city. Being the first time attending the Cereal Chemistry Conference, the authors enjoyed every detail of the conference. From environmental effect and genetic studies on crops to product applications, a wide range of topics were covered in the seminars. This included a really interesting presentation about Indian chapatti given by Dr. Hardeep Singh Gujral, providing a new prospect to the use of Australian wheat. Congratulations to all the speakers who did a great job in their presentations. All the seminars were engaging and allowed students attendees to have a better understanding of this quick evolving research field. In addition to seminars, poster session was another time when students had more opportunity to present their research plans and findings. Presenting a poster was indeed a great experience since it allowed students to showcase their work in a more relaxed atmosphere without having the feeling of as much pressure as compare to delivering an oral presentation. The social section was another highlight. Apart from all the delicious food and drinks provided, the cosy ambient allowed all the cereal scientists and experts from the industry to gather and exchange their exciting findings and ideas in their research areas. It was a great opportunity to meet all the significant cereal researchers and industry representatives. Their friendliness and patience surely did convince the “new generations” to keep their passions in the field. These excitements were again brought into mind as students shared their thoughts and dreams during the student dinner at Shanghai Dumpling House. With the enthusiasm of being the “next cereal chemist”, it is excited to be able to know and make contacts with one another to build together future progressive works in cereal research. Lastly, the Conference Dinner was certainly a nice closure for the conference attendees of four days togetherness and the invitation given to students to attend the dinner was greatly appreciated. RACI kindly offered two travel scholarships and best poster awards this year. The recipients for the scholarships were Tri Nhan Minh (University of Sydney) and Karrie Kam (University of New South Wales) whereas the best poster award for student went to Karrie Kam and the best poster award went to Ai-Ling Choy (RMIT University). Being one of the authors of this report, Karrie Kam personally would like to express her gratitude and appreciation for both the scholarship and award granted to her, “I am honoured to receive both the scholarship and the best poster award. The scholarship allowed me to come to the conference myself and get to know in person the research world I am working in. It truly broadens my horizon and I am glad to expand my contact with other cereal researchers and peers.” Finally, the authors would like to thank you for the opportunity given to attend and present our works in the 60th Australian Cereal Chemistry Conference. We wish all the best for the next conference in Twin Towns Clubs and Resorts in September 2011 and look forward to meeting you there!

Hanna H.W. Sibarani and Karrie Kam

Scholarship recipients Tri Nhan Minh and Karrie Kam with Division Chairperson Bronwyn Elliott.

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CCD Scholarships The CCD takes applications twice a year to assist students to attend conferences, both within Australia and internationally. The purpose of the Conference Scholarships is to contribute to the quality of Australian cereals research through the unique and valuable opportunities that conferences offer, such as access to the most current results, experience in presenting, insightful feedback and guidance from field leaders, and the chance to build professional networks. Up to $1,500 is awarded to successful applicants for international conference attendance, and up to $500 for domestic conference attendance. Funds may contribute to the costs of registration, travel, accommodation, etc., depending on individual circumstances. The decision to grant funding is made by an appointed panel, and is based on the relevance of the conference to Australian cereal science and the expected contribution of attendance to the quality of the applicant’s own studies. To be eligible, students must be members of the CCD (i.e. members of the RACI) and must be presenting at the intended conference, in either talk or poster format. Conference Scholarships are awarded twice a year, with applications usually closing on 1st June and 1st December each year. To apply, students should complete an application form (included as part of this newsletter) and submit this, along with the relevant paperwork including the conference website, quotes for travel costs and presentation abstracts to the CCD secretary, Helen Taylor (helen.taylor@industry.nsw.gov.au). Applications for the latest round close on 15 December, 2010. Applications will be accepted for attendance at conferences to be held within the next 12 months. For full details go to the Cereal Chemistry Division’s website: www.raci.org.au/page/Divisions/Cereal-Chemistry/Cereal-Chemistry-Scholarships.htm

GWF Enfield Celebrates its 75th Anniversary George Weston Foods Limited (GWF) Enfield (NSW) this year celebrates its 75th anniversary. This is a significant milestone & presents a great opportunity to pause & reflect on the depth of heritage which exists throughout GWF & specifically at the Enfield site which is currently home to Weston Milling™, including flour milling & stockfeed manufacture, George Weston Technologies™ & GWF Group Technical. Operations began at Enfield in 1935 when Nigel Borland Love (1892 – 1979) acquired land on the railway siding, registered N.B. Love Pty Ltd. & built a flour mill. Prior to this, Nigel had been a pilot in the WWI Australian Flying Corps & on his return played a major pioneering role in the Australian aviation industry, establishing an aerodrome at Mascot which later became the site of Sydney international airport. This aerial theme was apparent in the N.B. Love eagle trademark. In 1923 Nigel joined the sales staff of Edwin Davey & Sons flour millers in Pyrmont where the heritage listed shell of this mill still stands today. This experience, together with that of running a bakery, gave him invaluable insight into both sides of the industry. From its earliest days the drive to produce high quality flour with consistent gluten levels led to innovative solutions. An analytical laboratory & an R&D capability were early additions to the business & quickly gained recognition as crucial to its success. In May 1936 The Master Baker of Australasia magazine commended N.B. Love Pty Ltd for establishing a laboratory to manage “product control” & a 1960’s broker’s report observed “The Company’s emphasis on research is, we feel, one of the key factors in their continued development”. The foundations for a successful milling operation were set. N.B. Love Pty Ltd expanded in 1940 with the acquisition of Edwin Davey & Sons & in the early 1950’s the vertical integration of operations at Enfield began to take shape when a stockfeed business was added leading to the building of a stockfeed mill & the incorporation of Millmaster Feeds Pty Ltd in 1953. Further diversification followed in 1958 with the creation of a bakery & starch & glucose plants. By 1960 N.B. Love Bakeries at Enfield was one of the largest bakeries in Australia with a capacity of 60,000 loaves/day. It was equipped with 2 state-of-the-art Wallace & Tiernan ‘Do-Maker” units producing the Nu-Bake brand of bread which enjoyed tremendous popularity at the time.

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In 1962 N.B. Love Industries was purchased by GWF, bringing a milling operation into GWF for the first time. This acquisition represented a strategically significant step in GWF’s development from a largely baking operation into the diversified organisation we see today. In its 75th year, GWF Enfield is now home to one of the biggest flour and feed production facilities in the Southern Hemisphere & world class laboratory & R&D capabilities. Laboratory & research capabilities are today embodied within GWF Group Technical, where Group Innovation support GWF in delivering research & development, & George Weston Technologies™ Analytical Services provides analytical testing services across GWF & to external clients in the food, animal nutrition, veterinary and pharmaceutical industries.

NB Love Enfield, circa 1942 Some of our iconic Weston Milling™ brands also enjoy a direct connection to our heritage. The first batch of flour produced by the N.B. Love flour mill in 1935 bore the brand name SUPREME™ & this brand name is still in use today along with other heritage brands such as Pro-max™ & Fine-Tex™. In September this year, an exhibition of photos & memorabilia was held & current & past staff gathered at Enfield to celebrate the anniversary & to honour the many people who have contributed to the success of operations at this site. It also presented an opportunity for those who are new to GWF and Enfield to gain an understanding of this heritage. At GWF, we are excited about our future & proud of our heritage, recognising that through celebrating our history & putting processes in place to preserve & manage it, we build & protect our corporate memory & identity.

- Melinda Stewart Footnote: This article is based on one published in the November issue of Food Australia. And is

reproduced with permission. For further information, go to www.foodaust.com.au.

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AACC International Annual Meeting Savannah GA

The 2010 Annual Meeting has been described by some of those who attended as “among the best”. The venue itself was an interesting one, in a city with its roots going back to an English king and significant involvement in the wars of independence and the civil war. Good southern hospitality was enjoyed by all who attended, including a quite large contingent of Australian cereal chemists. The program was a varied one with a strong emphasis on the science. The morning was taken up by symposia and technical sessions running concurrently, while the afternoon was devoted to poster talks, science cafes and “hot topics”. The program suffered from the usual problem of attendees wanting to be in two places at the same time, but on the bright side it wasn’t necessary to get up early for your exercise. You could get that running from one session room to another in the brief time between the end of a talk and the beginning of another. The topics at the symposia included coeliac disease from a multidisciplinary viewpoint, milling technologies, starch biosynthesis (organized by Melissa Fitzgerald and Matthew Morell), emerging food hazards, and others. The symposia included the Best Student Paper Competition, where Nisha Aravind (from University of New England, Armidale) was one of the finalists. While not the ultimate winner, Nisha presented her work in an admirable manner, which augers well for her future career. Technical sessions covered a wide range of topics, such as biofuels, food safety, more on coeliac disease, bread-making, starch functionality, resistant starch, extrusion and others. Science cafes covered whole grains, statistics (an excellent overview of the meaning of the statistical “language), bioengineering for health, and assessment of wheat quality. The hot topics were salt replacement, cereals in the oriental world, and forecasts for changes in the regulatory climate in USA. The last topic was of limited interest to Australian researchers, but is probably of major importance for Australian companies wishing to export to that market. Also during the meeting, the ICC luncheon was held at which event, Bob (Crackers) Cracknell was recognized for his contribution to ICC, in particular for setting up and being chair of the ICC Academy. Also at the lunch, the Harald Perten Award was presented to Ian Batey, making him the fourth Australian recipient. The award was presented by Peter Perten, son of Harald Perten who set up the foundation that administers the award. The previous recipients from Australia were Colin Wrigley (1994), and Ferenc Bekes and Peter Gras (jointly in 2000).

Bob Cracknell receiving a presentation from ICC Peter Perten presenting the Harald Perten President John Taylor Award to Ian Batey

(Photos kindly provided by Vicky Solah and Graham Crosbie) Next year’s AACC International meeting is in Palm Springs, California. For students who may wish to attend, the CCD may provide assistance in the form of a travel scholarship . For more details of this year’s meeting, go to http://meeting.aaccnet.org/2010/default.cfm. There is also an official pictorial record at http://meeting.aaccnet.org/2010/photos/sunday/index.cfm and further photos from Vicky and Graham on page 7.

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(Above): Haelee Fenton (Curtin University) stands by her

poster

(Above): Larisa Cato, Haelee Fenton and Cristina Rosell

(Valencia University) (Left): Larisa Cato (DAFWA) with Andrew Ross (Oregon

State University) and Lloyd Rooney (Texas A&M University)

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Cereal Chemistry Division, the readers a very happy Christ-ssful New Year for 2011.

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Australasian Grain Science Association Inc

Presents

The 61st Australian Cereal Chemistry Conference

“Gains from Grains”

Twin Towns Clubs and Resorts Coolangatta – Tweed Heads

4 – 9 September, 2011

“Gains from Grains”

The conference theme will focus on the gains society has achieved through grains and related research by convening two keynote symposia, complimented with contributed oral and poster papers on these topics as well contributions on new and traditional areas of cereal science research, grain processing and product development. Keynote symposium: The challenge of meeting global food supply, past achievements and future challenges will feature prominent internationally renowned speakers. Keynote symposium: The human health benefits of grains based food, including their critical role in the human diet in disease prevention and how research can increase their contribution through genetic modification, grain processing and the development of new and innovative food products. Call for papers: A call for papers, with format of abstracts of less than 300 words, due with the organizing committee by 30 June 2011, will be posted on the Australasian Grain Science Association (AGSA) website early in 2011. All details relating to the conference registration, program and accommodation will be posted on the AGSA website early in 2011.

www.ausgrainscience.org.auThe conference venue: Twin Towns Clubs and Resorts is a modern meetings and incentives destination like no other. With 16 conference rooms, luxury accommodation, world-class entertainment, superb dining and a sports venue, all less than 10 minutes from Gold Coast airport and 90 minutes from Brisbane airport by shuttle bus or SkyTrain. The venue has built a solid reputation as the leading conference destination in the region. Twin Towns boasts the largest conference venue in the southern Gold Coast and Tweed, whilst offering an array of stylish meeting rooms across three award winning properties – Twin Towns, Outrigger Resort and Twin Towns and Club Banora. Car parking: All delegates have access to complimentary undercover parking in the resort facility. Accompanying persons program: As a resort destination, Twin Towns Clubs and Resorts have experienced staff available to book tours and entertainment for accompanying persons. The Gold Coast is one of Australia’s premier vacation destinations, with something to offer every taste. Accommodation: Twin Towns has its own prestigious 4½ star resort overlooking the sparkling waters of the southern Gold Coast and Tweed. The Resort is linked to the landmark Twin Towns Club by an overhead walkway. The resort offers 280 hotel rooms and suites, as well as fully self-contained one, two and three bedroom apartments, all with private balconies featuring ocean or harbour views. Features include a business centre, Internet Café, 24-hour room service and concierge, tennis courts, heated indoor pool and outdoors pools and spas, gymnasium and steam room. Accommodation options: Hotel room rates range from $169 per night for a one night stay to $129 per night for a five night stay, based on 2 persons per room with breakfast included. Suite rates range from $169 per night for a one night stay to $129 for a five night stay, based on 2 persons per fully self-contained, one bedroom suite. Trade display and poster sessions: Facilities will be available for exhibitors and poster presenters to set up on the afternoon of Sunday September 4. Storage and receiving of goods: The Resort and Club boasts ample secure storage space. The Club has a full-time Purchasing Supervisor who will be assigned the responsibility for receiving and returning of all goods during the conference. Security: The Club has a full-time Security Manager responsible for all security procedures and systems and is available to discuss and assist with any specific requirements of exhibitors. Invitation from the Conference Committee: You are cordially invited to join us at the Twin Towns Clubs and Resorts between 4 and 9 September, 2011 for what promises to be and outstanding meeting held at a first class venue.

“For the information of members and their guests”

Cereals&Europe, Rietgorsweg 1-3; 3350 AA Papendrecht, The Netherlands Fax: +31 78 6442539; Mobile: +31 6 516 37 454 E-mail: info@cerealsandeurope.net

10th European Young Cereal Scientists and Technologists Workshop 23-25th May, 2011, Helsinki, Finland

1st Announcement

Dear Colleagues,

On behalf of Cereals&Europe, University of Helsinki and the Technical Research Centre of Finland, we are

pleased to invite you to attend the 10th European Young Cereal Scientists and Technologists Workshop. The

workshop will be held at the Viikki Campus on May 23-25th, 2011 in Helsinki, Finland. The hosting team

will be the Cereal Technology Group of the University of Helsinki. The Cereal Technology Group has two

main research lines: one on cereal dietary fiber, such as beta-glucan and its physiochemical properties and

stability, and one on cereal proteins and their hydrolysis, particularly from the point of view gluten-free

foods and coeliac disease. The Cereal Technology Group has recently organized conferences relating to

these subjects (e.g. GF10 and Dietary Fiber 2006). The 10th EYCSTW in Helsinki is organized in

cooperation with Technical Research Centre of Finland (VTT), the. Main emphasis of VTT’s research in

cereal field is on the dietary fiber and wholegrain technology, and VTT is developing technologies for

fractionation and enzymatic and microbial treatments of cereals.

The scientific programme of the Workshop will be built up by the oral and poster presentations by the

participants of the workshop. We encourage young researchers to submit an abstract for your planned

participation (poster or oral presentation). In the program, 5 min will be given for poster presentations, 10

min for an oral presentation about a project that has just started and 15 min for an oral presentation for the

projects that are well under way or (nearly) finished. Each presentation will be followed by 5 min of

discussion. Presentations on any cereal related topic are welcomed. The presentations will be grouped into

three or four scientific sessions according to the submitted abstracts. Registration fees are kept always at a

strict minimum. These fees are 250 € (members of Cereals&Europe) or 262 € (non-members of

Cereals&Europe). Registration fees include accommodation, book of abstracts, meals and social events. The

deadline of registration and abstract submission is March 24th, 2011. Instructions for abstract submission,

travel and accommodation information, abstract template, registration form, guidelines for poster and

presentation preparations will be available soon on Cereals&Europe website www.cerealsandeurope.net

Cereals&Europe, Rietgorsweg 1-3; 3350 AA Papendrecht, The Netherlands Fax: +31 78 6442539; Mobile: +31 6 516 37 454 E-mail: info@cerealsandeurope.net

Organizing committee:

◦ Hannu Salovaara (Professor of Cereal Technology, University of Helsinki, Finland)

◦ Peter Weegels (Chair of Cereals&Europe, R&D Director, Sonneveld Group, Netherlands)

◦ Abde Arrachid (Cereals&Europe Board Member, R&D Manager, Sara Lee Group, France)

◦ Outi Mäkinen (PhD Student, University of Helsinki, Finland)

◦ Reetta Kivelä (PhD Student, University of Helsinki, Finland)

◦ Juhani Sibakov (PhD Student, Technical Research Centre of Finland VTT, Finland)

◦ Moustafa Saad (Cereals&Europe Board Member, Montpellier SupAgro, France)

For inquiries please contact saadm@supagro.inra.fr or info@cerealsandeurope.net

Organizing Committee of the 10EYCSTW looks forward to see you in Helsinki in May!

Cereal Chemistry Division Conference Scholarship 

Application Form 

 

Please complete the following details and submit this form, along with the relevant paperwork, via email to the CCD secretary (helen.taylor@industry.nsw.gov.au)   

 

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