ILSI Europe hosts, sponsors, and co-organises a variety of scientific events. These include independent symposia, workshops, webinars, hands-on scientific trainings and sessions held as part of the program of larger scientific conferences or professional meetings.
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Webinar: Update on Mineral Oil Hydrocarbons: Safety, Analytics and Remediation
24/06/2025
Online, Zoom
Sessions at IPC 2025
24/06/2025 – 26/06/2025
Athens, Greece
Session at IUNS-ICN2025 – Vitamins & Minerals
24/08/2025 – 29/04/2025
Paris, France
Session at IUNS-ICN2025 – Recent Advances in Microbiome Science
24/08/2025 – 29/04/2025
Paris, France
Session at IUNS-ICN2025 – Precision Nutrition
24/08/2025 – 29/04/2025
Paris, France
- Giorgia Purcaro - ULiège
- Juan Carlos Corillo - Shell
- Carlos Alberca - Cargill
About the event
The 18th International Scientific Conference on Probiotics, Prebiotics, Gut Microbiota and Health - IPC2025 will be held during the 24th - 26th June 2025 in Athens, Greece.
The goal of conference is to provide a scientific forum for all stakeholders of probiotics and prebiotics and to enable the interactive exchange of state-of-the-art knowledge. The conference is focused on evidence-based benefits, health claims proven in scientific experiments and clinical trials.
New scientific evidences that support or question the efficiency of already existing or prospective substances and applications will be conferred. In addition novel strains, controversial but scientifically solid ideas, approaches and visions will be presented as well.
Further to its scientific content, IPC2025 is a networking event. It is a unique opportunity to meet all the stakeholders of probiotics and prebiotics.
ILSI Europe sessions
ILSI Europe's Prebiotics and Probiotics Task Forces will share key insights from their research at the event, featuring three expert-led sessions on critical topics:
1. Probiotic clinical study design: what is the most appropriate?Speaker: Prof: Hania Szajewska 2. Identifying key markers to evaluate the impact of microbiota on human health
Speaker: Prof: Kristin Verbeke
3. To be confirmed
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Session information
Session title: Vitamins & Minerals: Understanding Global Deficiencies and Advancing Research MineralsTime and location: TBD
Session chair : Stephane Vidry, ILSI Global & Prof. Connie Weaver, San Diego State University.
Objective
This session aims to advance understanding of nutrient bioavailability assessment through the development and application of predictive algorithms and frameworks. The first presentation will introduce an innovative algorithm designed to assess calcium bioavailability from various foods, discussing the methodology behind its creation and sharing insights gained from its implementation. The second talk will present a collaborative framework developed by an ILSI working group of over 20 international scientists, outlining a systematic approach for constructing nutrient bioavailability prediction equations. Key topics will include methodologies, data extraction, and potential applications. The final presentation will provide expert perspectives on the latest research and ongoing debates surrounding Vitamin K2, clarifying misconceptions and suggesting directions for future studies. Together, these talks aim to promote accurate nutrient bioavailability assessment methods that can support better-informed dietary recommendations.
Background
Understanding nutrient bioavailability-the degree to which nutrients are absorbed and utilized by the body-is essential for accurate dietary guidance and nutrition science. Although nutrient intake is often prioritized in dietary assessments, bioavailability varies widely based on numerous factors, requiring moresophisticated tools to assess true nutrient uptake from foods. Calcium, a critical mineral for bone health, can have variable absorption based on food sources,
spurring the development of the first algorithm specifically designed to estimate calcium bioavailability. Meanwhile, ILSI's international working group has recognized the broader need for systematic nutrient prediction equations, creating a framework to develop these equations through comprehensive review,
standardization, and data methodologies. Additionally, Vitamin K2, despite its importance for cardiovascular and bone health, remains under-researched, with
misconceptions in the field. An expert review will shed light on current knowledge and provide guidance for future studies. Together, these presentations underscore the importance of refined bioavailability assessment tools to enhance nutritional science and public health outcomes.
Line up
- Calcium: an algorithm to assess calcium bioavailability from foods (Connie Weaver, San Diego State University)
- Framework for Developing Nutrient Prediction Equations (Tasija Karosas, ILSI U.S. and Canada)
- Vit K2: Eexpert Pperspective on Recent and Ffuture Rresearch (Leon Schurgers, Maastricht university)
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: Recent Advances in Microbiome Science: Prebiotics, Postbiotics, and Early Nutrition for Optimized HealthTime and location: TBD
Session chairs: Francois Blachier (AgroParisTech) and Isabelle Guelinckx (ILSi Europe)
Objective
This scientific session aims to investigate the complex interactions between prebiotics, microbiome health, and immune function, particularly in relation to infection resistance and vaccination efficacy. By examining the evidence on prebiotics' potential to bolster immunity against bacterial and viral infections, this session will highlight how these dietary components may support effective vaccination. Further, it will explore the maternal microbiome's role in early childhood development, addressing how both digestible and non-digestible carbohydrates influence health outcomes in young children. Finally, insights into consumer awareness and attitudes toward postbiotics will be presented, identifying research gaps and opportunities for advancing global understanding of postbiotics and their potential health benefits. Together, these discussions aim to provide a comprehensive view of the impact of microbiome-targeted interventions across various life stages and population groups.
Background
With growing recognition of the microbiome's influence on health, there is increasing interest in how dietary components like prebiotics can shape immune responses and enhance disease resilience. Scientific reviews, such as those covered in this session, are beginning to reveal promising connections between prebiotics, infection defense, and vaccination efficacy, underscoring their potential role in public health strategies. Additionally, shifts in the maternal microbiome during early childhood have emerged as a critical factor in health outcomes, as the session will discuss, exploring evidence from RCTs and cohort studies on the effects of carbohydrates in young children. Furthermore, consumer interest in microbiome health is expanding to include postbiotics; cross-national surveys highlight varying levels of consumer understanding and reveal specific research needs in this area. This session, therefore, provides an opportunity to assess current scientific evidence and consumer insights, aiming to bridge gaps and pave the way for innovative microbiome-focused interventions in health.
Line up
- Prebiotics and Immunity: Their Role in Bacterial, Viral Infections and Vaccination Efficiency (Hediye Arioz Tunc, University of Southampton)
- Benefits, challenges, and opportunities with changes in the maternal microbiome (Eduard Flores Ventura, Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology-National Research Council)
- Understanding Postbiotics: Global Consumer Insights and Research Gaps (Delphine Saulnier, Novonesis)
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: Precision Nutrition: Optimizing Prevention Strategies for Obesity and Chronic DiseaseTime and location: TBD
Session chairs: Sophie Vinoy (Mondelēz International, France) and Sinéad Mullin (University College Dublin, Ireland)
Objective
This session will explore the exciting field of precision nutrition, focusing on its potential to revolutionize the prevention and management of chronic diseases. We will delve into the latest advancements in metabolic phenotyping, the translation of research into practice, and the application of precision nutrition to diabetes prevention.
Background
- Metabolic phenotyping in precision nutrition: Explore how metabolic phenotyping can identify individuals at risk for obesity and other metabolicdisorders. Discuss the potential of targeted dietary interventions to address these specific needs.
- Translating precision nutrition research into practical prevention strategies for chronic metabolic diseases: Discuss the challenges and opportunities in translating precision nutrition research into practical prevention strategies. Explore the role of technology, personalized nutrition plans, and education in implementing these strategies.
- Diabetes prevention in the era of precision nutrition: By combining wearable technology, molecular biology, and machine learning, the project will investigate how diet and the gut microbiome influence glucose homeostasis in different glucotypes.
Line up
- Ellen Blaak (Maastricht University, Netherlands)
- Laetitia Lengelé (UC Louvain, Belgium) & Art Muijsenberg (Maastricht University, Netherlands)
- Speaker TBC
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
In the light of new activities starting in ILSI Europe Task Forces, we see an evident demand to work on mineral oil risk assessment within our industry members and expert groups. This reflects us back to a previous workshop, which was followed by the publication 'Mineral oil risk assessment: Knowledge gaps and roadmap. Outcome of a multi-stakeholders workshop' Trends in Food Science & Technology, 31/05/2021
It has been some time since this last update. We aim to shed some light on the topic through a short webinar. It will build upon the above-mentioned publication and address whether there have been any advancements on the previous research. If there are, we'll share new findings. If there are not, it would be crucial to highlight the reasons on what is holding back the advancements in the area.
Webinar hosted by ILSI Europe Risk Analysis for Food Safety and Food Contaminants Task Forces
Speakers
- Giorgia Purcaro - ULiège
- Juan Carlos Corillo - Shell
- Carlos Alberca - Cargill