At ILSI, we bring science and research to diverse audiences through a wide range of events. From independent symposia and workshops to hands-on training sessions, we host, sponsor, and co-organize events that foster learning and collaboration. Many of ILSI's events are also featured as part of larger scientific and professional conferences, further expanding opportunities for engagement, dialogue, and discovery. Join us!
Upcoming Events
Session at IUNS-ICN2025 – Nutrient Recommendations
2025-08-24 – 2025-04-29
Paris, France
Session at IUNS-ICN2025 – Healthy Aging
2025-08-24 – 2025-04-29
Paris, France
Early Career Scientists Event 2025
2025-10-10
Prague, Czech Republic
Precision Nutrition Workshop
2025-10-15
Brussels, Belgium
The Expert Group on Precision Nutrition is organising an in-person workshop to discuss the different Precision Nutrition approaches and perspective for translating knowledge into practice.
- Harmonization of Approaches to Nutrient Reference Values for Southeast Asian Countries: Why and How? (Emorn Udomkesmalee, Institute of Nutrition, Mahidol University, Tambon Salaya, Thailand)
- Review of Recommended Nutrient Intake Values in Southeast Asian Countries (E-Siong Tee, Nutrition Society of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
- Application of Novel Technology in Meal-based Nutrient Profiling System (NPS) (Wantanee Kriengsinyos, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand, Thailand)
- Panel Discussion (all speakers, joined by Lynnette Neufeld, FAO, Rome, Italy)
About IUNS-ICN2025
The International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) is a global organisation that promotes the advancement of nutritional science, research, and education through international cooperation. Founded in 1948, it brings together national scientific bodies from over 85 countries. Its main goals include fostering collaboration among nutrition scientists, organising the International Congress of Nutrition (ICN), and facilitating the dissemination of nutritional knowledge to tackle global issues.
More info at: https://www.icn2025.org/
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Session information
Session title: Nutrition and Lifestyle Interventions for Healthy AgingTime and location: TBD
Session chairs: Roger Fielding, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, and Hannia Leon, ILSI Mesoamerica.
Objective
This session aims to explore the scientific findings and practical implications surrounding healthy aging, focusing on biomarkers, nutritional strategies, and the gut microbiome. The session will highlight how different approaches-both biological and societal-can enhance the health span of aging populations. It also seeks to raise awareness about sarcopenia, a common age-related condition, and provide insights into strategies for prevention
Line up
- Healthy Ageing: Exploring Biomarkers, Hallmarks, and Nutritional Strategies- Findings from Multistakeholder Workshop (Philipe de Souto Barreto, Universite Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France)
- Gut Microbiome and Healthy Aging: the case of the Centenarians at the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica Gut Microbiome and Healthy Aging: the case of the Centenarians at the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica (Adrian Pinto-Thomas, University of C osta Rica, San José, C osta Rica)
- Raising Awareness of Sarcopenia (Roger Fielding, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University School Of Medicine, Boston)
Background
Healthy Ageing: Exploring Biomarkers, Hallmarks, and Nutritional Strategies-This talk will present insights from a multistakeholder workshop, discussing keybiomarkers and hallmarks of aging, as well as nutritional interventions that can promote healthy aging.
Gut Microbiome and Healthy Aging: the Case of the Centenarians at Nicoya Peninsula-Drawing from the unique population of centenarians in Costa Rica, this talk will explore the relationship between gut microbiota and longevity, presenting research on how the microbiome contributes to healthy aging.
Raising Awareness of Sarcopenia-This final talk will address the growing prevalence of sarcopenia in older adults, underscoring the importance of early detection, prevention strategies, and nutritional interventions to maintain muscle mass and function.
About IUNS-ICN2025
The International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) is a global organisation that promotes the advancement of nutritional science, research, and education through international cooperation. Founded in 1948, it brings together national scientific bodies from over 85 countries. Its main goals include fostering collaboration among nutrition scientists, organising the International Congress of Nutrition (ICN), and facilitating the dissemination of nutritional knowledge to tackle global issues.
More info at: https://www.icn2025.org/
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About the event
About Programme Registration Call for abstracts Call for videos Location Organising Committee AboutMark your calendars for the 2025 edition of the Early Career Scientists event
The ILSI Europe Early Career Scientists (ECS) Event is a unique platform for young professionals to showcase their research, build valuable connections, and deepen their understanding of critical topics in food safety. It also provides an exceptional opportunity for industry leaders and academic experts to explore emerging talent and gain fresh perspectives on cutting-edge research in this vital field.
The 2025 edition is dedicated to Food Safety and is hosted the prestigious University of Chemistry and Technology of Prague,
ProgrammeThe event programme will be built around the six following topics:
- Session 1: Hidden Threats: Emerging Contaminants in Food and the Environment (open for abstracts)
- Session 2: The Future of Food Safety: New Approach Methodologies in Risk Assessment (open for abstracts)
- Live Case Study: From Risk Assessment to Management
- Session 3: Safe and Sustainable: Navigating the Risks of Alternative Proteins (open for abstracts)
- Session 4: Unseen Risks-Volatile Allergens in Aromas and Flavourings (open for abstracts)
- Panel Discussion: Stronger Science, Safer Food: The Importance of Collaboration between sectors
More detailed info coming soon!
RegistrationRegistrations are open
Everyone is welcome to join - you don't need to be an Early Career Scientist to participate.
Participation in this event is free of charge. Please note that accommodation and travel costs are at your own expenses.
Click HERE to register
Cancellation policy
Cancellations are accpeted until 12 September 2025 and should be addressed in writing to Hugo Costa (hcosta@ilsieurope.be).
Cancellations received after 12 September 2025, as well as no-shows, will incur a €50 charge to cover catering costs.
Substitution of attendees are accepted if addressed in writing to Hugo Costa (hcosta@ilsieurope.be).
Call for abstractsLooking for an opportunity to present your research?
The organising committee is welcoming abstracts for oral and poster presentations from researchers in the field.
For this event we only accept abstracts from early career scientists. An early career scientist is defined as a student, PhD candidate, or practising scientist who received their highest certificate (e.g. BSc, MSc or PhD) within the past ten years.
Submit your abstract HERE
Abstracts will be selected on the basis of scientific excellence and relevance to the sessions.Travel and accommodation will be covered by ILSI Europe for selected speakers (abstracts selected for oral presentations only; up to 600€ max.).
Some instructions for your abstract submission:
- Abstracts should be submitted as one single paragraph (i.e. unstructured abstract) without subtitles.
- Max. 3000 characters (including spaces and references)
- Mention of brand names for commercial purposes is not accepted.
- Define abbreviations and acronyms in the abstract.
- Selected abstracts will be published on the event website, No proofreading will be done by the organisers. Therefore, kindly make sure that your abstract does not contain spelling, grammatical or scientific errors.
- One registered author can present maximum one oral presentation and one poster. If an abstract submitted for an oral presentation is not accepted for the oral program, it will be automatically converted to a poster.
Deadline: You can submit an abstract until the 30th May 2025.
Awards
The best poster and best oral presentation will be awarded by the Organinsg commitee.
- Best poster award: 100€
- Best oral award: 200€ (plus travel compensation up to 600€)
Next-Gen Science for Safer Food: Share Your NAMs Story!
New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) are paving the way for safer, more ethical, and sustainable food systems. As the food sector moves away from animal testing, NAMs such as in silico models, in vitro assays, and omics technologies are playing a crucial role in shaping the future of food safety and science. We invite you to submit a 2-minute video to raise awareness about NAMs and their potential impact in food science. Whether you're exploring novel applications of NAMs, sharing your latest research findings, or discussing how these methods can improve safety, your voice matters.
Submission guidelines:
- Duration: videos must be no longer than 2 minutes in total length. This ensures that all submissions are concise and impactful.
- Target audience: the scientific community, particularly researchers and professionals in the fields of Nutrition, Food Safety, and Sustainability. The video is not intended for a general audience.
- Aim: Imagine you are speaking to a fellow scientist with expertise in Nutrition, Food Safety, and Sustainability, but no prior knowledge of New Approach Methodologies (NAMs). You have two minutes to clearly explain what NAMs are, highlight their relevance to the fields of nutrition and food safety, and spark their curiosity to learn more about them.
- Video Style: feel free to be creative with your presentation style. Use animations, slides, or demonstrations, if relevant. Include a clear narrative and keep it engaging, informative, and easy to follow.
- Technical requirements: video format: MP4, MOV, or AVI. Minimum 720p resolution. Ensure your video is well-lit and clear. If you're filming yourself, make sure the sound is clear and audible.
- Language: videos should be in English or have English subtitles. This ensures broader accessibility for a global audience.
- Submission process: submit your video by 21 September 2025 using WeTransfer to send your video file to communications@ilsieurope.be. In your email, include the following: your full name, your contact details and a brief description (max 100 words) of your video and its connection to New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) in food safety.
- Voting: the public will have the chance to vote on the submitted videos from 25 September to 6 October 2025 through a survey. The Organising Committee of the event will also vote. The winners will be announced live at the event on 10 October 2025 and their videos will be showcased during the event.
- Add disclaimer: by sending your video, you enter the contest and you give ILSI Europe your consent to publish it with your name and affiliation as author. All submitted videos will be published on ILSI Europe YouTube channel, shared via LinkedIn and presented at the ECS event
- Financial value of the award : 300EUR
Location
The University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague is a natural centre of first-rate study and research in the area of chemistry in Czechia and is one of the country's largest educational and research institutions focused on technical chemistry, chemical and biochemical technologies, material and chemical engineering, food chemistry, and environmental studies.
According to the prestigious Times Higher Education rankings, UCT Prague, one of five Czech universities, ranks among the 4% of the best world universities. The school has also dominated the rankings of the Education Policy Centre of Charles University in the category "Emphasis on Science, Research and Creativity" category.
Currently UCT Prague boasts a number of excellent experts such as Jana Hajšlová, member of the EU Advisory Group "Food Quality and Safety" or František Štěpánek, who has been awarded an ERC grant.
Half of its income is generated from the institution's creative activities focused on science, research and innovation. In the Czech context, this is an extraordinary accomplishment.
Organising CommitteeMeet the Organising Committee
- Monika Tomaniova , University of Chemistry and Technology of Prague
- Jana Hajslova, University of Chemistry and Technology of Prague
- Jana Pulkrabova, University of Chemistry and Technology of Prague
- Michele Suman, Barilla
- Laura Righetti, Wageningen University
- Marco Arlorio, University of Eastern Piedmont
- Maria Tonti, ILSI Europe
- Isabelle Guelinckx, ILSI Europe
- Hugo Costa, ILSI Europe
If you have any question about the event, please don't hesitate to contact Maria Tonti (mtonti@ilsieurope.be) or Hugo Costa (hcosta@ilsieurope.be).
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There is increasing evidence that one size does not fit all and that personalised nutrition/lifestyle approaches may help in reversing the increasing prevalence of chronic metabolic diseases. An expert group, comissionned by the Dietary Carbohydrates Task Force, is addressing different aspects of precision nutrition in a systematic review of current knowledge.
This workshop aims to complement the review by discussing perspectives on how to effectively implement and utilize precision nutrition in the context of various factors such as sleep, physical activity, socioeconomic status, and psychosocial factors.
Programme
Coming soon. Date and time are to be confirmed.
Participation is upon invitation.
If you're interested in this topic and believe you can bring a valuable contribution to the discussion, please contact cchang@ilsieurope.be.
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Session information
Session title: Approaches to Nutrient Recommendations and Meal-based Nutrient Profiling System (NPS) in Southeast AsiaTime and location: TBD
Session chair : Prof. Connie Weaver, San Diego State University & Dr Tee E-Siong, Nutrition Society of Malaysia.
Objective
This session will update, highlight and share the approaches and efforts undertaken by the SEA Region with regards to nutrient recommendations and meal-based nutrient profiling system (NPS).
Background
ILSI Southeast Asia Region and FAO pioneered the first regional effort to provide a platform for discussion on recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) for the 10 SEA countries between 1997 and 2003. A recent review paper by the Southeast Asia Public Health Nutrition Network (SEA-PHN) (Tee et al., 2023) provided an overview of the available nutrient recommendations in SEA countries, as well as the approaches and scientific principles undertaken by these countries to formulate their own national energy and nutrient recommendations. It recognized that due to limited resources and expertise, there is a lack of original research data within the region to establish nutrient requirements based on original experimental data for the local population. Rather, recommendations were adapted or adopted from key international and renowned research organizations, such as WHO/FAO, FNB-IOM, and EFSA. With new developments and initiatives on the global level to explore and deliberate on ways to provide a uniform and consistent basis for setting nutrient intake (NIV) recommendations across countries through a harmonized process (Pray & Yaktine, 2018; Allen et al., 2020), ILSI SEA Region reconvened a Nutrient Recommendations Working Group ( NRWG) that supports regional and international experts and health agencies representatives to review, discuss and establish consensus on a harmonized science-based approach to recommended nutrients intake for SEA. This effort will also impact the nutrient profiling system within the region, since the setting of nutrient profiles is an exercise that takes into account dietary and nutrient recommendations that are of public health importance..
Line up
- Harmonization of Approaches to Nutrient Reference Values for Southeast Asian Countries: Why and How? (Emorn Udomkesmalee, Institute of Nutrition, Mahidol University, Tambon Salaya, Thailand)
- Review of Recommended Nutrient Intake Values in Southeast Asian Countries (E-Siong Tee, Nutrition Society of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
- Application of Novel Technology in Meal-based Nutrient Profiling System (NPS) (Wantanee Kriengsinyos, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand, Thailand)
- Panel Discussion (all speakers, joined by Lynnette Neufeld, FAO, Rome, Italy)
About IUNS-ICN2025
The International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) is a global organisation that promotes the advancement of nutritional science, research, and education through international cooperation. Founded in 1948, it brings together national scientific bodies from over 85 countries. Its main goals include fostering collaboration among nutrition scientists, organising the International Congress of Nutrition (ICN), and facilitating the dissemination of nutritional knowledge to tackle global issues.
More info at: https://www.icn2025.org/
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