About APETS
Building on its successful history in Bangkok and Hanoi, the Asia Pacific-Japan Enzyme Technology Symposium returns for its third edition in Bogor, Indonesia, in 2026. Hosted by Amano Enzyme Inc. and co-hosted by the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), this premier regional platform will convene under the theme “Enzyme Frontiers in Asia-Pacific: Molecular Insights to Transformative Applications.” Designed as an immersive in-person experience, the symposium bridges fundamental science and industrial innovation, fostering collaboration across food, health, energy, and environmental sustainability. Join us to explore how cutting-edge enzyme technologies are addressing the most urgent global challenges through scientific excellence and regional partnership
Hosted by:
Co-hosted & organized by:
Opening Remarks
Mr. Motoyuki Amano
President and CEO
Amano Enzyme, Ltd.
Mr. Arif Satria
Chairman
National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Ahmad Fathoni
Head of Research Center
for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
“Enzyme Innovation as a Catalyst for a Sustainable Bioeconomy in the Asia-Pacific”
Prof. Jun Ogawa
Professor
Kyoto University, Japan
“Translating Enzyme Research into Commercialization and Global Deployment”
Plenary Speakers*
Prof. Pimchai
Chaiyen
VISTEC - TH
Assoc. Prof.
Ryuji Kato
Nagoya University - JP
Dr. Ben E. Clifton
Univ. of Western Australia - AU
Prof. Antonius Suwanto
IPB University - ID
Prof. Phan Tuấn
Nghĩa
Vietnam National Univ - VN
Prof. Mohd Shukuri Mohamad Ali
Universiti Putra Malaysia - MY
Dr. Ee Lui ANG
A*STAR - SG
Dr. Elmar M.
Villota
Central Luzon State Univ. - PH
Dr. Dede Heri Yuli Yanto
BRIN - ID
Prof. Raymond R. Tjandrawinata
Dexa Medica - ID
Dai Hashimura, Ph.D.
Amano Enzyme inc.-JP
*Speaker lineup is subject to confirmation.
Symposium Scope
"Advances in Protein Engineering Technologies"
Advances in enzyme design, structural biology, computational approaches, and emerging technologies to enhance catalytic performance, stability, and functionality.
"Enzyme Discovery and Microbial Resources"
Exploration of microbial diversity, metagenomics, high-throughput functional screening to discover novel enzymes from diverse and extreme environments.
"Enzyme Applications Across Sectors"
Utilization of enzymes in food, agriculture, health, energy, and environmental biotechnology to enable sustainable and innovative biotechnological bioprocesses.
"Industrial Enzyme Innovation and Commercialization"
Strategies for translating enzyme discoveries into industrial processes, including scale-up, process optimization, product development, and market deployment.
Important Date
March 1st
2026
Registration for poster and general participants
March 31st
2026
Deadline for poster submission
July 1st
2026
Selected poster announcement
July 15th
2026
Poster presenter Confirmation
Agustus 31st
2026
Participant Registration Deadline
September 26-27th 2026
Symposium day and Excursion program
Symposium Guideline
APETS 2026 brings together leading scientists, industry innovators, policymakers, and students to discuss advances in enzyme science, biotechnology, and industrial applications. The symposium will feature keynote lectures, plenary sessions, poster showcasing, and networking opportunities.
The official language of the symposium is English.
All participants are expected to follow these guidelines to ensure a professional and productive scientific environment.
Keynote and plenary sessions provide scientific insights, technological advances, and strategic perspectives in enzyme research and applications.
Presentation Duration
- Keynote Lecture: 45 minutes including discussion
- Plenary Lecture: 30 minutes including discussion
Preparation
- Slides in PowerPoint or PDF format
- Submit to the technical team at least 2 hours before the session
- Arrive 10 minutes before the session begins
Suggested Content
- Background and context
- Key scientific insights or technological advances
- Future perspectives and challenges
Distinguished guests, institutional leaders, and industry executives may:
- Attend all scientific sessions
- Join networking events and ceremonial sessions
- Participate in discussion panels if time permits
- Be invited to the gala dinner
Display Format
Poster sessions allow researchers to showcase their work throughout the symposium in a continuous display format. There will not be individual time slots for presenting posters one by one. Participants are encouraged to visit the poster area, interact with authors, and discuss their research at any time during the symposium.
Topics of Interest:
- Protein Engineering & Advanced Enzyme Technologies
- Enzyme engineering, directed evolution
- Structure–function relationships
- Computational enzyme design & AI
- Omics approaches for enzyme optimization
- Advanced enzyme characterization
- Enzyme Discovery & Microbial Resources
- Novel enzymes from microbes & environment
- Metagenomics and functional screening
- Enzymes from extreme environments
- Microbial biodiversity and genomic resources
- Enzyme Applications Across Biotechnological Sectors
- Biocatalysis & green chemistry
- Pharmaceuticals & fine chemicals
- Food, feed & agricultural biotechnology
- Biomass conversion & biorefineries
- Environmental enzymes for waste treatment
- Industrial Enzyme Innovation & Commercialization
- Industrial enzyme process development & scale-up
- Enzyme immobilization & stabilization
- Process optimization & industrial biocatalysis
- Industrial case studies & commercialization
Submission:
- Abstract length: 250–300 words
- Submit via Registration Portal
- Submission deadline: 31 May 2026
- Notification of acceptance: 1 July 2026
Poster Guidelines (if selected):
- Size: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm)
- Language: English
- Sections: title, authors, affiliations, intro, methods, results, discussion/conclusions, acknowledgments
Poster Display:
- Posters will remain displayed in the designated symposium area throughout the symposium
- Authors are encouraged to be present in the poster area during breaks and networking sessions to interact with participants
- Poster boards and mounting materials will be provided by the organizing committee
All attendees, including students, researchers, and industry professionals, are encouraged to:
- Attend keynote and plenary sessions
- Visit the poster display area and engage with authors
- Participate in networking sessions
- Follow the symposium code of conduct
APETS 2026 is committed to professionalism, respect, and inclusion.
Participants should:
- Respect all attendees regardless of background
- Engage in constructive scientific discussion
- Avoid disruptive behavior
- The organizing committee reserves the right to take action in case of non-compliance.
Registration
We encourage researchers, students, industry professionals, and stakeholders to join The 3rd Asia-Pacific Enzyme Technology Symposium (APETS 2026). Registration is available for participants only as well as for those submitting poster presentations. To secure your participation, please complete the registration process by accessing the official registration form through the registration portal.
Participants who wish to present a poster are required to indicate their interest in this form and submit the poster abstract through the link provided in the poster presentation section. Please complete this registration form carefully. Further information regarding the program schedule and poster guidelines will be shared with selected participants via email.
Programme
Symposium
Novotel Bogor Golf Resort and Convention Center
Day : Saturday
Date : 26 September 2026
Time : 07.30 – 17.00 (Jakarta Time)
Excursion
Bogor Botanical Garden
Day : Sunday
Date : 27 September 2026
Time : 07.00 – 12.00 (Jakarta Time)
⚠︎ Further details will be announced soon!
Venue
Symposium
Novotel Bogor Golf Resort and Convention Center
Address: Golf Estate Bogor Raya, Bogor Regency, West Java 16710
Excursion
Bogor Botanical Garden
Address: Jl. Otto Iskandardinata, Bogor City, West Java 16122
Symposium Committee
The 3rd Asia Pacific–Japan Enzyme Technology Symposium (APETS 2026) is hosted by Amano Enzyme Inc., Japan, and co-hosted and organized by the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Indonesia.
The Symposium Committee is a joint committee between Amano Enzyme and BRIN, bringing together scientists, industry professionals, and policymakers from across the Asia-Pacific region. The committee collaborates to ensure a well-structured, high-quality program that promotes scientific exchange, practical dialogue, and regional collaboration.
APETS 2026 provides a platform for participants to share insights, exchange ideas, and foster partnerships in enzyme science and biotechnology. Through this joint effort, the symposium highlights advancements in enzyme research, industrial applications, and sustainable biotechnological innovation.
Joint Committee of
- Mr. Motoyuki Amano
President and CEO, Amano Enzyme Inc.
- Mr. Arif Satria, S.P., M.Si
Chairman of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
- Shotaro Yamaguchi, Ph.D
CTO, Amano Enzyme Inc.
- Kazuhiro Furukawa, Ph.D
President, Amano Enzyme Asia Pacific Co., Ltd.
- Andes Hamuraby Rozak, Ph.D
Chairman, Research Organization for Life Sciences & Environment, BRIN
- Ahmad Fathoni, Ph.D
Head, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Program Development
- Dr. Naswandi Nur
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Satoru Ishihara, Ph.D
General Manager, Frontier Research Dept., Amano Enzyme Inc.
Scientific Content
- Dr. Dede Heri Yuli Yanto
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Kan Yamashiro, Ph.D
General Manager, Development I Dept., Amano Enzyme Inc.
International Outreach
- Dr.rer.nat. Senlie Octaviana
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Safendrri Komara Ragamustari, Ph.D
Amano Enzyme Asia Pacific Co., Ltd.
Financial Planning
- Ade Andriani, Ph.D
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Yusuke Tanaka
Amano Enzyme Asia Pacific Co., Ltd.
Chair
- Dr. Dede Heri Yuli Yanto
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Members
- Dr. rer. nat. Linda Sukmarini
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. rer. nat. Anis Herliyati Mahsunah
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Chair
- Dr. Naswandi Nur
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Secretaries
- Dr. Anisa Lutfia
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Alisin Febiyanti, S.S.T.Ars.
Bureau of Public Communication, General Affairs, and Secretariat, BRIN
- Dian Prasetyawati, S.E.
Bureau of Public Communication, General Affairs, and Secretariat, BRIN
Treasurers
- Ade Andriani, Ph.D.
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Rini Riffiani, Ph.D.
Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Program Development Division
- Dr. rer. nat. Senlie Octaviana
Coordinator, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. Asranudin
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. Dita Ariyanti
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Event Management Division
- Dr. Dandy Yusuf
Coordinator, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Laila Dina Amalia Purba, Ph.D.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Yuda Purwana Roswanjaya, Ph.D.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Devi Bentia Effendi, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Venue and Logistics Division
- Entis Sutisna, S.P.
Coordinator, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Hendriansyah
Member, Bureau of Public Communication, General Affairs, and Secretariat, BRIN
- Edi
Member, Bureau of Public Communication, General Affairs, and Secretariat, BRIN
Information Technology, Publication, and Documentation Division
- Yeni Khairina, Ph.D.
Coordinator, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. Fiqriah Hanum Khumairah
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Ari Sulistyo Wulandari, M.Si.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Farham Harvianto, M.Kom.
Member, Data and Information Center
Registration and Participation Division
- Dr. Yuli Siti Fatma
Coordinator, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. Nur Syafira Khoirunnisa
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. Nur Faiizah Aqiilah Firman
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
Accommodation, Catering, and Transportation Division
- Dr. Eri Sahabudin
Coordinator, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Dr. Sulistiani, M.Kes.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Fifi Afiati, S.Pt., M.Si.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
- Rini Handayani, M.Si.
Member, Research Center for Applied Microbiology, BRIN
F.A.Q
Anyone interested in enzyme science and biotechnology, including researchers, students, industry professionals, policymakers, and innovation stakeholders.
APETS 2026 is limited to 30 poster presenters and 150 symposium participants, selected based on submitted applications and relevance to enzyme science.
Applications are submitted through the official symposium registration portal. If you are selected, you will be contacted via email with confirmation and further instructions.
No. Registration for APETS 2026 is free of charge for all selected participants.
No. You can attend as a symposium participant without submitting a poster.
The symposium sessions will be held on 26 September 2026.
The symposium will be held at Novotel Bogor Golf Resort and Convention Center.
Address: Golf Estate Bogor Raya, Bogor Regency, West Java 16710
Participants can travel by car, taxi, rideshare, or take a shuttle from Jakarta to Bogor
Keynote lectures are 45 minutes including Q&A, while plenary lectures are 30 minutes including Q&A.
Yes. Coffee breaks and lunch are included for all participants.
Yes. The gala dinner will be held on 26 September 2026, but it is limited to invited speakers and VIPs only, not for poster or symposium participants.
Yes. On 27 September 2026, an excursion to Bogor Botanical Garden is organized, only for speakers and VIPs, not for poster or symposium participants.
The symposium is hosted at a hotel venue (Novotel Bogor), and nearby hotels are available.
Business casual or smart casual is recommended for all sessions.
Travel grants are not provided, as registration is free. Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation costs.
Yes. Free Wi-Fi will be available for all participants.
You can contact the APETS 2026 Organizing Committee at BRIN:
Email: apets2026@brin.go.id | Website: https://conference.brin.go.id/apets2026
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