ILSI Europe

⏳ There is only two weeks left to register for our major scientific events of 2024! 👨🎓 The ILSI Europe "Early Career Scientists Event" offers a full day of scientific exchange, networking, and skills development for young researchers and and industry professionals in food and nutrition. This year, we'll focus on sustainable food systems. 👩🔬 The next day, the ILSI Europe Annual Symposium 2024 will bring together experts from around the world to address current and future challenges and opportunities in food safety, nutrition, and sustainability. We'll touch upon AI, healthy ageing, food systems resilience, and more... 📅 26 & 27 November 2024 📍 Lyngby, Denmark 🏠 Hosted by DTU Skylab ℹ🎙👉 Find out about the programme and register at: https://lnkd.in/deJ-q6GB #IEAS2024 #EarlyCareerScientistsEvent #Sustainability #CollaborativeScience

📢 Only a few days left to submit your oral presentation abstract for the 8th ILSI Europe International Symposium on Food Packaging! ⏳ 🔍 Don't miss your chance to present on one of the five key conference topics: -       Advances in analytical techniques -       Progress in toxicological prediction and assessment -       Progress in risk assessment -       Food Contact Materials in circular economy -       Packaging in space 👉 Submit now: https://lnkd.in/e9YBBH7G 🎤 Deadline for oral presentations: October 31st, 2024 📄 Deadline for posters: December 15th, 2024 #CallForAbstracts #FoodPackagingInnovation #FCM #CircularEconomy #RiskAssessment #ILSIEuropeSymp2024

🚀 Exciting upcoming initiatives from the Prebiotics Task Force!🌿   We are excited to share that the Prebiotics Task Force is laying the groundwork for two innovative projects set to explore the powerful impact of prebiotics on health:   🔬 Prebiotics & Weight Management 🌸 Prebiotics & Women’s Health   Starting in December, we will begin developing these New Activity Proposals (NAPs) and are actively seeking collaborative partners from academia, industry, and beyond.   Your expertise and insights can help us shape these initiatives to advance our understanding and application of prebiotics in real-world settings.   🤝 Join us on this journey! Let’s work together to pioneer the future of prebiotic science.   #Prebiotics #HealthInnovation #Collaboration #ResearchOpportunities #WomensHealth #WeightManagement

Consumer trust is upheld when recalls are avoided, and contaminants are detected and effectively managed. The ILSI Europe Food Contaminants Task Force is dedicated to advancing scientific understanding of food contaminants and improving risk management strategies. Our work focuses on filling research gaps in toxicity, exposure, and mitigation efforts related to food contaminants. Current initiatives include: - Enhancing the practical use of risk-benefit assessments in food safety. - Developing a framework to prioritize natural toxins for effective risk management. 📧 For more info or to get involved, contact Konrad Korzeniowski, Ph.D at kkorzeniowski@ilsieurope.be 👉 Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eZyiXMXn #FoodSafety #FoodContaminants #CollaborativeScience #RiskManagement #ScientificResearch

📢On Wednesday November 6th, from 14:00 to 15:30 CET, join the HealthFerm - Plant-Based Fermented Foods Ecosystem webinar on Microbiology and Technology of Sourdough Production. 👇Free registration at the link below👇 Don't miss this chance to explore how traditional fermentation meets modern food technology! #HealthFermEU #Sourdough #Fermentation #FoodScience #Webinar

What is most important: genetics, physical, or mental capacity? Some 80-year-olds have physical and mental capacities similar to many 20-year-olds, while others experience declines in physical and mental capacities at much younger ages. Although some of the variations in older people's health reflect their genetic inheritance, most are due to their physical and social environments and the influence of these on their opportunities and health behavior. Importantly, these factors start to influence ageing from childhood. Despite advancements in understanding the biology of ageing, gaps remain in identifying reliable biomarkers and effective interventions. That’s why we are bringing together global experts to focus on solutions that will counter age-related diseases and promote sustainable, nutritional strategies for healthier ageing. 🌿 Join the mission to tackle healthy ageing! 🌿 Our new Healthy Ageing Task Force is on a mission to: ✅ Provide an updated understanding of the mechanisms behind the ageing process; ✅ Explore sustainable, nutrition-based approaches to address age-related diseases; ✅ Review and develop evidence-based recommendations to slow the impact of biological ageing. Yesterday and today, we hosted a workshop where leading experts co-builded a comprehensive roadmap for the Task Force's scientific activities. Together, we addressed key areas like immunosenescence, inflammageing, the microbiota’s role in ageing, sarcopenia, and brain health. The insights gained will guide future research and interventions aimed at slowing biological ageing through nutrition and lifestyle. 📧 For more info or to get involved, contact Isabelle Guelinckx at iguelinckx@ilsieurope.be 👉 Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eZyiXMXn #HealthyAgeing #Nutrition #Research #PublicHealth #ILSI

Another productive week for ILSI Europe! Here's a quick recap: 🚀 We kicked off the week at Synergy Days in Barcelona, where our Project Managers Andrea Colafranceschi and Ruchi Shah represented the TITAN Project EU and CATALYSE Project EU. They led a roundtable on food safety and connected with key partners. Big thanks to everyone involved! 🌎 The next day in Rome, Andrea Colafranceschi participated in the World Food Forum at FAO Headquarters. We were proud to see our team member on stage, discussing innovative urban-rural solutions to address climate change. A fantastic opportunity to highlight the importance of cooperation in the Water-Food-Energy Nexus. 🧑🎓 In the Netherlands, we attended Wageningen University's Career Day to connect with students interested in food science internships. We're excited about the talents we met and the potential impact they’ll bring! 📢 Back in Brussels, we ended the week by engaging in a highly dynamic workshop to reflect on our communication goals and targets. Thank you to our members who made the trip to participate, and to #pageinextremis for facilitating this important exercise. Here's to a week full of connections and exchange! #ILSIEurope #SynergyDays #WorldFoodForum #CatalyseProject #FoodSafety #Sustainability #ClimateAction #WageningenCareerDay

🌿Your expertise is needed! If you're familiar with Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) or Ecosystem Services (ES), take 15 minutes to share your insights and help protect biodiversity throught the BIOFIN - Biodiversity Finance Initiative survey below 👇. ⏳ Deadline: 20 Oct 2024 Please share with your network—every response counts! #HorizonEU #GreenFinance #Biodiversity #Survey

🌍 Happy World Food Day! 🌍   Today, we celebrate the importance of food security, sustainable agriculture, and healthy diets for all. As we reflect on these crucial topics, let's commit to fostering innovation and collaboration in the food industry to ensure access to safe, nutritious food for everyone!   At ILSI Europe, we are dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting best practices in food safety and nutrition. Together, we can drive positive change and create a healthier future for generations to come.   Join us in our mission to make a difference!   #WorldFoodDay #FoodSecurity #SustainableAgriculture

Are you ready to drive real impact in food processing for both people and the planet? 🌍🍽️ Join the Task Force on Processing for Safe, Nutritious & Sustainable Food! Our new multidisciplinary Task Force brings together science, innovation, and collaboration to explore food processing in a way that balances nutrition, safety, and sustainability. Through a holistic, science-based approach, we will examine the benefits, potential risks, and essential needs of food processing to support public and planetary health. The first activity will provide a comprehensive review of food processing, critically analyzing its benefits and risks, covering nutrition, food safety, economic, and sustainability aspects. Additionally, the group will promote science-based initiatives to enhance understanding and awareness of food processing among the scientific community, healthcare professionals, and dietitians. The Task Force is just waiting for your company to get started! By joining, you'll have the chance to: • Shape research that’s relevant to your business • Influence the direction of key initiatives and ensure your voice is heard • Collaborate with experts across industry and academia to tackle pressing issues • Drive science-based solutions that make a difference! 📧 For more info or to get involved, contact Georgia Chatonidi at gchatonidi@ilsieurope.be 👉 Learn more about our activities: https://lnkd.in/eZyiXMXn #FoodScience #FoodProcessing #PublicHealth #Sustainability #Research