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IAEA NAHRES Newsletter No. 24 – August 2026

The Nutritional & Health-related Environmental Studies Section is excited to share its eNewsletter. 

In this issue:

  • Launch of the new IAEA Body Composition Online Calculator, designed to simplify the analysis of body composition data
  • New online training opportunity on the use of stable isotope methods to assess human milk intake
  • Expansion of activities offered through the ‘Nuclear Techniques in Nutrition User Group’, an IAEA-supported global Community of Practice
  • Launch of a new research project on protein quality from alternative dietary protein sources and amino acid requirements
  • Findings from an IAEA survey of radiation oncologists showing that, while nutrition is widely recognized as an essential component of cancer care, access to nutrition services remains limited
  • Release of the seventh episode of the Nuclear in Nutrition Interview Series, highlighting efforts to address childhood obesity in the Caribbean
  • Recorded webinar on the joint FAO-IAEA Database on Protein Quality, exploring the science behind the database, its development and its potential to strengthen nutrition research 
  • Success story on how a new laboratory is strengthening efforts to address childhood stunting in the Philippines
  • Call for data on total energy expenditure and body composition for inclusion in the IAEA DLW and BC databases, helping to build the evidence base for advancing nutrition science
  • Interview with UN-Nutrition Chair and IAEA Deputy Director General Dr Najat Mokhtar following the renewal of her mandate as Chair of UN-Nutrition

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IAEA Nutritional & Health-Related Environmental Studies Newsletter No. 23

The Nutritional & Health-related Environmental Studies Section is excited to share its eNewsletter. 

In this issue:

  • New training and education opportunities on the use of stable isotope methods to assess body composition and protein quality
  • An invitation to submit new project ideas for the planning of the next IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme cycle (2028–2029)
  • Newly released IAEA guidance on the deuterium dose‑to‑mother technique for assessing breast milk intake 
  • A validated equation to predict fat mass in South African children aged 5-8 years using simple anthropometry and demographic data
  • A joint FAO/IAEA report on the construction of a database on ileal digestibility of protein and amino acids in foods consumed by humans
  • A perspective article highlighting critical evidence gaps on nutrition and body composition changes among radiotherapy patients in low‑ and middle‑income countries
  • A recorded webinar on the principles, applications, and future directions of DXA, presented as part of the Community of Practice
  • The sixth episode of the Nuclear in Nutrition Interview Series, focusing on iron bioavailability
  • A new research agenda on the use of nuclear techniques to better understand how mycotoxins and heavy metals affect nutrition outcomes
  • A success story on how nuclear techniques improved the understanding of childhood malnutrition and bone health in Viet Nam

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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) NAHRES Newsletter No. 21

IAEA’s Nutritional & Health-related Environmental Studies Section is excited to share its eNewsletter. 

In this issue:

  • Call for more data on body composition to feed into IAEA global database
  • Invitation to participate in IAEA interlaboratory comparison for analysis of deuterium-enriched water
  • Recorded webinar on protein quality as part of the Community of Practice activities
  • The fourth episode of the Nuclear in Nutrition Interview Series with a focus on breast milk intake featuring interviews with nutrition experts on the use of the deuterium-oxide dose-to-mother technique
  • Success story from Kenya highlighting the growing need for body weight management guidelines
  • Novel stable isotope method revealing pathways for nutrient absorption
  • New predictive equation for total energy expenditure enabling detection of erroneous self-reported energy intake
  • New anthropometric prediction models of body composition in 3 to 24-month-old infants
  • Nutritional status and body composition of South Indian children with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
  • Enhanced access to IAEA educational resources on the use of isotopic methods in human health and nutrition

to read more https://mailchi.mp/iaea.org/nahres-newsletter-no-21-january-2025

IAEA Nutritional & Health-Related Environmental Studies Newsletter

The Nutritional & Health-related Environmental Studies Section is excited to share its eNewsletter. 

In this issue:

  • Webinar on protein quality as part of the Community of Practice activities
  • Call for more data on breast milk intake to feed into IAEA global database
  • Launch of a new IAEA global database on body composition
  • Recent joint meeting with FAO/WHO/IAEA on revisiting human energy requirements
  • New report describing the rationale for a joint FAO/IAEA protein quality database
  • Development of a prediction equation for body composition for children in Myanmar
  • A model-based 13C-sucrose breath test diagnostic for gut function disorders
  • Third episode of Nuclear in Nutrition Interview Series with a focus on collaboration featuring interviews with the nutrition directors from FAO and WHO
  • Available free e-Learning courses on the use of isotopic methods in human health and nutrition
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IAEA Newsletter

The latest newsletter from Nutritional and Health- related Environmental Studies team of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is available.

In this issue:

New UN-Nutrition chair, Najat Mokhtar. Photo by IAEA
  • IAEA Deputy Director General Najat Mokhtar appointed Chair of UN-Nutrition.
  • October meeting recordings on nuclear techniques for nutrition available.
  • Call for IAEA Body Composition Database Management Group members.
  • Updates on TC Programme Cycle and new Master of Nutrition and Nuclear Techniques.
  • Share nuclear technique study photos or videos.
  • Publications, success stories and more.
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IAEA: Nuclear techniques to tackle nutritional challenges

IAEA-organized Technical Meeting on ‘the Role of Nuclear Techniques to Tackle Nutritional Challenges in the 21st Century’ RECORDINGS ARE NOW LIVE 

 
 
The recordings from the IAEA-organized Technical Meeting on ‘the Role of Nuclear Techniques to Tackle Nutritional Challenges in the 21st Century’ are now available on their website. 
 
Explore specific talks or discussions with time-stamped chapters aligned with the meeting agenda. A web article summarizing the key points of the meeting is also available. 

Recordings available here: Technical Meeting on the Role of Nuclear Techniques to Tackle Nutritional Challenges in the 21st Century | IAEA 

Paving the Way for Enhanced Nutrition Action Using Nuclear Techniques 

2016 to 2025 is the “Decade of Action on Nutrition.” Although there has been an improvement in the relevant nutrition area since 2016, much still remains to be addressed in the burdens of malnutrition. For this reason, the United Nations General Assembly underlined the need to prevent malnutrition, reverse rising trends in overweight and obesity, and reduce the burden of diet-related noncommunicable diseases. 

Until today, there have been many efforts and attempts to solve the challenge of malnutrition; however, the world now requires an effective and evidence-based strategy to overcome this challenge. An IAEA Technical Meeting held in Vienna from October 10 to 13, 2023, discussed the use of nuclear techniques to tackle the nutritional challenges of the 21st century. 

During the meeting, more than 40 nutritionists from around the world gathered to explore the potential use of nuclear techniques in addressing malnutrition and bridging the gap between research in this area. They provided IAEA recommendations on how to employ these techniques in the service of solving malnutrition challenges. 

The positive outcome of the meeting was the definition of a roadmap for research priorities and directions for the future, along with new collaborative opportunities both with the IAEA and beyond. 

For years, the IAEA has supported the progress and refinement of stable isotopes and nuclear techniques in nutritional assessment. These backing aims to enhance precision and accuracy across various applications, including gauging nutrient availability in foods, assessing diet quality, monitoring metabolism, and exploring the connections between cancer and nutrition. 

To read the full article on the IAEA website go to Paving the Way for Enhanced Nutrition Action Using Nuclear Techniques | IAEA 

Stakeholders present at the meeting expressed the belief that the IAEA can support nutritionists and professionals in the field by simplifying techniques for broader usability among other experts. Additionally, they recommended that the IAEA contribute by establishing mentorship programs, training courses, and regional centres of excellence. 

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IAEA: Nutrition and health-related environmental studies newsletter

The Nutritional & Health-related Environmental Studies Section is excited to share its eNewsletter. 

In this issue:

  • How total energy expenditure has changed over time
  • Infant body composition reference charts
  • IAEA’s nutrition work
  • New protein quality of foods database
  • Benefits of using nuclear techniques to address malnutrition -IAEA’s podcast
  • Upcoming IAEA event: the use of nuclear techniques to address the nutritional challenges
  • Upcoming conferences where you can meet and hear from IAEA – FENS, FANUS

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INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON DIETARY PROTEIN FOR HUMAN HEALTH

International Symposium on Dietary Protein for Human Health to Convene in Utrecht, The Netherlands

Utrecht, The Netherlands – Registration and Abstract Submission Now Open for the Symposium Scheduled for 14 – 16 September 2023

Scientists, researchers, and experts in the field of nutrition are invited to attend the highly anticipated International Symposium: Dietary Protein for Human Health in Utrecht, The Netherlands. Co-organised by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), two prominent universities, and in cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the three-day event aims to shed light on the vital role of protein in human nutrition, health, and overall well-being.

The Symposium will encompass a diverse range of topics, including protein nutrition and its implications for health, amino acid requirements, digestibility, and availability. Distinguished researchers from around the world will deliver presentations and engage in discussions on dietary protein quality, assessing its influence on growth, development, and whole-body protein metabolism. Additionally, the event will explore the future sustainability of protein sources and their impact on global food security.

Building upon the success of the previous summit held in Auckland, New Zealand in 2011, this Symposium promises to be a landmark event, attracting international leaders in protein nutrition and related fields. It will serve as an authoritative platform, providing an update on the latest scientific advancements that hold critical importance for human welfare and sustainable food practices.

Prospective attendees are encouraged to register for the Symposium and submit their abstracts to share their groundbreaking research and insights with the global scientific community. The event offers a unique opportunity for networking, collaboration, and gaining knowledge from leading experts in the field.

Don’t miss this chance to contribute to the advancement of dietary protein research and its impact on human health and food security. Secure your place at the International Symposium: Dietary Protein for Human Health and join the quest for a healthier and sustainable future

For registration and abstract submission, please visit the official Symposium website.

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IAEA: eNewsletter The Nutritional & Health-related Environmental Studies Section

Our colleagues at IAEA are excited to share their latest eNewsletter, including the launch of the UN Nutrition Strategy 2022- 2030. Stineke Oenema, Executive Secretary of UN-Nutrition, editor-in-chief of the strategy also co-chairs the IUNS Task Force on Sustainable Diets.

Also in this issue:

  • Proposition to create an online stable isotope user group
  • Special collection “Nuclear Techniques in Nutrition Research” in the Journal of Nutrition
  • Apply to the IAEA PhD Sandwich Fellowship Programme
  • Nuclear Explained – IAEA’s Podcast
  • Nuclear Data Reveals How Much Water You Should Drink Daily
  • Relation between breast milk intake and maternal education
  • Inaugural issue of the UN Nutrition Journal

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IAEA & EAGEN joint webinar

IAEA & EAGEN joint webinar on A novel 13C-Sucrose Breath Test to assess gut health and sugar intake in the context of the double burden of malnutrition will take place on 17 November at 15:30 CET.

Registration is required to join this event.

The headlines and speakers of the event are as follows

Understanding gut function and its relevance to child health from a stable isotope lens by Dr Victor Owino, Nutritional and Health-Related Environmental Studies Section, Division of Human Health, International Atomic Energy Agency, Austria 

13C sucrose breath test: what does it tell us about gut function in environmental enteropathy by Dr Douglas Morrison, Scottish Universities Environmental Research Centre, Glasgow, United Kingdom and Dr Paul Kelly, Tropical Gastroenterology & Nutrition Group, University of Zambia School of Medicine, Zambia

13C-SBT in assessing intestinal function in EED and its link to growth: findings from Peru, India, and Bangladesh by Dr Nirupama Shivakumar, St John’s Research Institute, Bangalore, India

13C stable isotope breath testing to measure intestinal function and impacts of the double burden of malnutrition by Dr Roger Yazbek, Flinders University, Australia

Moderation: Professor Dr Heinz Hammer, Gastroenterology, Graz University Hospital, Austria