Nutrition Society Irish Section Annual Meeting 2025

Promoting optimal nutrition for people and planet

11th - 13th June 2025 | TU Dublin Grangegorman Campus

TU Dublin Nutrition Society Meeting

About The Conference

An individual's nutritional status impacts their health status and can reduce their risk of disease or aid with disease management. Primary prevention of disease through optimising diet and diet-related behaviours is a key strategy to improve population health. A more healthful dietary intake is also associated with better planetary health, and a focus on both is needed to ensure we meet the needs of the world's growing population in a sustainable and equitable way.

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were created in 2015 with the aim of "peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future." At this conference, we will consider the intersection between nutrition and sustainability and consider how human and planetary health can be optimised as we go forward.

This conference will comprise three distinct, but related symposia. The first symposium introduces the concept of optimal nutrition throughout the lifecycle. The second explores the intersection of health, nutrition, and sustainability by describing sustainable interventions aimed at improving nutritional status. Finally, the third symposium looks to the future and considers policy implications of sustainable nutrition, with a particular focus on vulnerable population subgroups.

11th - 13th June 2025 TU Dublin, Grangegorman

12+

Expert Speakers

200+

Attendees

4+

Sponsors (TBC)

10+

Sessions

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Explore the three-day programme focusing on optimal nutrition across the lifecycle, sustainable strategies, and policy paths to nutritional equity.

08:30 - 09:00 | Registration

  • Location: Central Quad Foyer (TBC)

09:00 - 09:15 | Conference Opening & Welcome Address

Chair provides safety information and introduces University President / Dean of Faculty. Welcome address. Chair introduces speakers.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

09:15 onwards | Symposium 1: Nutrition and Health Through the Life Course

Chair(s): TBC

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

09:30 - 10:10 | Prof Colette Kelly, University of Galway

Topic: Nutrition and food behaviours of children and adolescents.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

10:10 - 10:50 | Prof Hilde Brekke, University of Oslo

Topic: The effect of lactation and weight change on risk factors for cardiovascular disease among overweight postpartum women.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

10:50 - 11:10 | Tea/Coffee Break

  • Location: Central Quad Foyer

11:10 - 11:50 | Prof Konstantinos Gerasimidis, University of Glasgow

Topic: Gut microbiota and its interaction with diet in the onset, propagation and management of acute and chronic conditions at different life stages.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

11:50 - 12:30 | Prof Peter Weijs, Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (TBC affiliation)

Topic: Environmentally Sustainable Nutrition for Older Adults With Obesity.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch

  • Location: Rathdown House (See Food Section)

13:30 - 15:30 | Poster/Oral Original Communications

  • Location: CQ007, CQ008, CQ009, Foyer (TBC)

15:30 - 16:00 | Tea/Coffee Break

  • Location: Central Quad Foyer

16:00 - 18:00 | Poster/Oral Original Communications

  • Location: CQ007, CQ008, CQ009, Foyer (TBC)

18:30 - 20:00 | Evening Dinner and Reception

  • Location: TBC

Day 2 Opening

Chair provides safety information and introduces Dean of Faculty / Head of School / VP for Research. Opening address. Chair introduces session speakers.

  • Time: Before 09:00 (Exact TBC)
  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

09:00 onwards | Postgraduate Symposium

Chairs: TBC

  • Location: Intel Auditorium / Parallel Rooms (TBC)

09:00 - 09:25 | PG Talk 1

Title TBC. Speaker PG XXX (Uni XXX).

  • Location: TBC

09:25 - 09:50 | PG Talk 2

Title TBC. Speaker PG XXX (Uni XXX).

  • Location: TBC

09:50 - 10:15 | PG Talk 3

Title TBC. Speaker PG XXX (Uni XXX).

  • Location: TBC

10:15 - 10:40 | PG Talk 4

Title TBC. Speaker PG XXX (Uni XXX).

  • Location: TBC

10:40 - 11:00 | Tea/Coffee Break

  • Location: Central Quad Foyer

11:00 - 11:45 | The Julie Wallace Medal Lecture

Chair: TBA. Speaker: Dr/Prof XXX (Uni XXX). Title TBC.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

11:45 - 13:15 | Poster/Oral Original Communications

  • Location: CQ007, CQ008, CQ009, Foyer (TBC)

13:15 - 14:15 | Lunch

  • Location: Rathdown House

13:30 - 14:15 (During Lunch) | Annual Section Meeting

  • Location: TBC (Likely near lunch area)

14:15 onwards | Symposium 2: Sustainable Strategies for Optimal Nutrition

Chair(s): TBC

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

14:20 - 15:00 | Professor Jeffrey Brunstrom, University of Bristol

Topic: Manipulating menus: how small dietary modifications can change the carbon footprint of the foods we eat to improve population health.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

15:00 - 15:40 | Dr Nicholas Nisbett, University of Sussex

Topic: Update on the ‘Fruits and Vegetables for Sustainable Healthy Diets' Initiative (FRESH) study.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

15:40 - 16:00 | Tea/Coffee Break

  • Location: Central Quad Foyer

16:00 - 16:40 | Dr Iben Lykke Petersen, University of Copenhagen

Topic: Beyond sustainability: a holistic approach to evaluate the nutritional quality of plant protein-based foods.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

16:40 - 17:20 | Dr Aifric O'Sullivan, University College Dublin

Topic: Delivering sustainable improvements in diet and health.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

19:30 - Late | Conference Dinner

  • Location: TBC (Details TBC)

Day 3 Opening

Chair provides safety information and introduces Head of School. Opening address. Chair introduces session speakers.

  • Time: Before 09:30 (Exact TBC)
  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

09:30 onwards | Symposium 3: Sustainable Solutions: Charting Policy Paths to Nutritional Equity

Chair(s): TBC

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

09:30 - 10:10 | Dr Clare Pettinger, University of Plymouth (TBC affiliation)

Topic: Collaborating with 'blue food' system stakeholders to achieve optimal nutritional health and wellbeing in less affluent communities.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

10:10 - 10:50 | Prof Nina Cecilie Øverby, University of Agder

Topic: Effectiveness of a web-based dietary intervention program targeting young adults prior to parenthood: lessons learned from a randomized controlled trial.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

10:50 - 11:10 | Tea/Coffee Break

  • Location: Central Quad Foyer

11:10 - 11:50 | Dr Aileen Kennedy, Technological University Dublin (TBC affiliation)

Topic: Developing an infant and young child feeding in emergencies preparedness plan for the island of Ireland: a consensus study.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

11:50 - 12:30 | Dr Melissa Mialon, Trinity College Dublin (TBC affiliation)

Topic: The food industry, public health policy, and sustainable nutrition.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

12:30 - 12:45 | Concluding Talk / Overview

Summary of the conference themes and key takeaways. Speaker TBC.

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

12:45 | Close of Meeting

  • Location: Intel Auditorium (TBC)

Conference Speakers

Meet our expert speakers who will share insights on nutrition, health, sustainability, and policy.

Prof Colette Kelly

University of Galway

Bio coming soon...

Prof Hilde Brekke

University of Oslo

Bio coming soon...

Prof Konstantinos Gerasimidis

University of Glasgow

Bio coming soon...

Prof Peter Weijs

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (TBC)

Bio coming soon...

Dr/Prof XXX (Julie Wallace Medal)

Uni XXX (TBC)

Bio coming soon...

Professor Jeffrey Brunstrom

University of Bristol

Bio coming soon...

Dr Nicholas Nisbett

University of Sussex

Bio coming soon...

Dr Iben Lykke Petersen

University of Copenhagen

Bio coming soon...

Dr Aifric O'Sullivan

University College Dublin

Bio coming soon...

Dr Clare Pettinger

University of Plymouth (TBC)

Bio coming soon...

Prof Nina Cecilie Øverby

University of Agder

Bio coming soon...

Dr Aileen Kennedy

Technological University Dublin (TBC)

Bio coming soon...

Dr Melissa Mialon

Trinity College Dublin (TBC)

Bio coming soon...

Venue: TU Dublin Grangegorman

The conference will be held at the state-of-the-art Central Quad building on TU Dublin's Grangegorman campus.

View Venue Map (TBC)
01

Central Quad

The primary location for registration, symposiums, breaks, and poster sessions.

02

Session Rooms

Main sessions in the Intel Auditorium. Poster and Oral communications in CQ007, CQ008, CQ009 (TBC). See map for details.

03

Foyer Area

Used for registration, tea/coffee breaks, poster viewing, and exhibitor stands.

04

Lunch Location

Lunch will be served in Rathdown House. Please see the venue map for directions from the Central Quad.

05

Amenities

Toilets, water fountains (bring your bottle!), recycling bins, and exits are clearly marked on the venue map.

06

Accessibility

The venue is fully accessible. Please contact us if you have specific requirements.

Getting Here

Plan your journey to the TU Dublin Grangegorman Campus.

  • Public Transport

    The campus is well-served by Dublin Bus and Luas. Find options on the TU Dublin website.

    View TU Dublin Transport Info
  • Cycling

    Cycle parking is available on campus. Plan your route using the link below.

    View Cycling Routes
  • Carpooling

    Consider sharing a ride to reduce environmental impact. Link to carpooling form/suggestions (TBC).

  • Parking

    Limited parking is available. Please check the TU Dublin website for details and locations.

    View Parking Information

Food & Refreshments

Details of the catering provided during the conference. Options may vary daily.

01

Morning Break

Location: Central Quad Foyer

  • Self-serve Seasonal Fresh Fruit bowls
  • Greek Yoghurt and Mint bowls
  • Mini Pastries
  • Handmade Lemon & Poppyseed Shortbread
  • Organic Coffee and Breakfast Tea
  • Carafes of Water with Fresh Mint & Lemon
02

Lunch

Location: Rathdown House

  • Hot meal selection (Varies daily)
  • 2 Salad options (Varies daily)
  • Tea and Coffee

See venue map for directions to Rathdown House.

03

Afternoon Break

Location: Central Quad Foyer

  • Dark Chocolate & Oat Biscuits
  • Nutty Vegan Flapjack
  • Fresh Fruit Pieces
  • Organic Coffee and Breakfast Tea
  • Carafes of Water with Fresh Mint & Lemon

Sustainability Commitment

We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of this conference. Here are some initiatives:

  • Reducing Single-Use Plastic: We encourage delegates to bring their own reusable water bottles and coffee cups. Water stations are available throughout the venue (see Venue Map). Using your own cup at tea/coffee breaks helps reduce waste significantly.
  • Sustainable Transport: We encourage delegates to use public transport, cycle, or walk to the venue where possible. Please see the Getting Here section for options. Carpooling is also encouraged (Link TBC).
  • Reducing Paper Wastage: The conference programme and abstract book will be available digitally to avoid unnecessary printing. Please refer to the schedule on this website and the Digital Abstract Book (Link TBC).
  • Recycling: Please use the designated recycling bins available throughout the venue. Check the Venue Map for locations.

Event Sponsors

We gratefully acknowledge the support of our sponsors. (Sponsor details TBC)

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Abstract Book & Search

The digital abstract book will be available here closer to the conference date.

View Abstract Book (TBC)

Search Abstracts (TBC)