We are thrilled to announce that all six sessions submitted by the International Life Sciences Institute for the 22nd International Union of Nutritional Sciences International Congress of Nutrition (IUNS-ICN) have been accepted. This prestigious event, set to take place in August 2025, brings together leading experts in nutrition science from around the world to discuss the latest research and advancements.
ILSI Europe Sessions
ILSI Europe is proud to contribute three key sessions focusing on microbiome science, early-life nutrition, and precision nutrition:
- Recent Advances in Microbiome Science: Prebiotics, Postbiotics, and Early Nutrition for Optimized Health
Key Topics:
- The role of prebiotics in immunity, bacterial and viral infections, and vaccination efficiency
- The maternal microbiome’s impact on early childhood development
- Global consumer insights and research gaps in postbiotics
This session will explore the intricate connections between microbiome-targeted dietary interventions and health across different life stages, with an emphasis on immunity and childhood development.
Speakers:
- Hediye Arioz Tunc (University of Southampton, UK)
- Eduard Flores Ventura (CSIC - Spanish National Research Council, Spain)
- Delphine Saulnier (Novonesis, Germany)
- Early Life Nutrition: The Basis for a Healthy Life
Key Topics:
- Early biomarkers for metabolic health prediction
- The impact of lipid quality in early-life nutrition
- Nutritional quality of plant protein-based infant formulas
This session aims to inform evidence-based strategies that promote healthy growth and metabolic well-being from infancy, with discussions on early biomarkers, lipid intake, and alternative protein sources for infant nutrition.
Speakers:
- Francisco Javier Ruiz-Ojeda (University of Granada, Spain)
- Giulia Carla Immacolata Spolidoro (University of Milan, Italy)
- Kasper Hettinga (Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands)
- Precision Nutrition: Optimizing Prevention Strategies for Obesity and Chronic Disease
Key Topics:
- Metabolic phenotyping in precision nutrition
- Translating precision nutrition research into prevention strategies for chronic diseases
- Diabetes prevention through precision nutrition approaches
This session will highlight how cutting-edge metabolic research can be translated into personalized nutritional strategies to combat obesity and chronic metabolic diseases.
Speakers:
- Ellen Blaak (Maastricht University, Netherlands)
- Laetitia Lengelé (UC Louvain, Belgium)
- Art Muijsenberg (Maastricht University, Netherlands)
Additional ILSI Sessions
🔹Vitamins & Minerals: Understanding Global Deficiencies and Advancing Research
This session will advance knowledge on nutrient bioavailability, featuring:
- Calcium Bioavailability Algorithm – A model for assessing calcium absorption from foods (Connie Weaver).
- Nutrient Prediction Equations – A framework for improving bioavailability assessments (Tasija Karosas).
- Vitamin K2 Research Updates – Expert insights into recent findings and future directions (Leon Schurgers).
🔹 Nutrition and Lifestyle Interventions for Healthy Aging
This session will examine:
- Biomarkers & Nutritional Strategies for Aging (Philipe de Souto Barreto).
- Gut Microbiome Insights from Centenarians in Costa Rica (Adrian Pinto-Thomas).
- Raising Awareness of Sarcopenia (Roger Fielding).
🔹 Approaches to Nutrient Recommendations and Meal-Based Nutrient Profiling System (NPS) in Southeast Asia
This session will highlight efforts in the SEA region to refine nutrient recommendations and improve meal-based nutrient profiling:
- Harmonizing Nutrient Reference Values Across Southeast Asia (Emorn Udomkesmalee).
- Review of Recommended Nutrient Intake Values in Southeast Asia (E-Siong Tee).
- Application of Novel Technology in Meal-Based NPS (Wantanee Kriengsinyos).
- Expert Panel Discussion (Emorn Udomkesmalee, E-Siong Tee, Wantanee Kriengsinyos, Lynnette Neufeld).
Looking Ahead
With all six sessions accepted, ILSI is excited to play a pivotal role in the upcoming IUNS-ICN 2025 conference. These discussions will help advance scientific understanding and support evidence-based nutritional recommendations worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare for this landmark event!
For more information, visit https://www.icn2025.org/
