Invited to the 16th International Fermented Food Expo (IFFE)” in 2018, held from October 26th (Fri), 2018 at Jeonbuk institute for Food-Bioindustry in Jeonju, South Korea. Presented a special lecture for the area relevant to “the world of fermented foods.” The IFFE in conjunction with the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety in Korea (MFDS) covered expenses. Met with officials of the MFDS and establisted an internatinal reaserach project for the coming year to do basic research on the safety of Kimchi and related fermented vegetables.