Nutrition

Clinical and Economic Outcomes of Nutrition Interventions Across the Continuum of Care
Thursday, March 13, 2014
In partnership with the Abbott Health Nutrition Institute. This conference will focus on malnutrition's clinical and economic impacts of prevention across the continuum of care; new approaches and interventions to integrated care; and, a health systems approach to delivery of nutrition interventions. Registered dietitians and dietetic technicians will receive 5 continuing professional education units for completion of this program/material. Speakers include Drs. Marinos Elia, University of Southampton; Kelly Tappenden, University of Illinois; and, Tomas Philipson, University of Chicago.               Taking place at The Omni Shoreham, Washington, DC 

Early bird registration ends February 28, 2014 | Use promo code "CLINNUT20" to receive 20% off registration!

Consumer Behavior and Food Science Innovations for Optimal Nutrition
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Speakers from FreshDirect, FDA, USDA, and food companies will discuss the elements of food, the physiological and psychological influences of food intake, societal factors that influence nutrition, and the role of technology in consumer behavior.             Taking place at The New York Academy of Sciences, New York, NY 

Early bird registration ends March 12, 2014 | Use promo code "FOODINNOV5" to receive $5 off registration!

Food Safety Considerations for Innovative Nutrition Solutions
Thursday, November 6, 2014
This conference will discuss issues of food security, economics, policy and communication related to food safety. Keynotes include Walmart Vice President of Food Safety Frank Yiannas and Vice President and Director of the Institute for Food Safety and Health at Illinois Institute of Technology Dr. Robert E. Brackett.                   Taking place at The New York Academy of Sciences, New York, NY

Early bird registration ends October 23, 2014 | Use promo code "SAFEFOOD5" to receive $5 off registration!

Winter Reading

Every Child’s Potential: Integrating Nutrition and Early Childhood Development Interventions

Feeding the Planet: An Evening with Alan Weisman

Understanding Adipogenesis and Functions of Brown Fat

 

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The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science is dedicated to advancing nutrition science research and knowledge, mobilizing communities, and translating this work into the field. The Institute is generating a coordinated network across sectors, disciplines, and geographies that promotes open communication; encourages exchange of information and resources; nurtures the next generation of scientists; and affects community intervention design and public policy changes. Learn more.
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