Tag: Webinar

Micronutrient Forum Webinar: Making Food Fortification Work

The Micronutrient Forum and the Millers for Nutrition (M4N) Coalition will host a webinar on 13 August 2026 exploring practical approaches to strengthening food fortification programmes and expanding access to fortified foods.

Drawing on experiences from Nigeria, Kenya and India, the webinar will share lessons from the M4N Coalition, which has engaged more than 500 millers across Africa and Asia to improve fortification compliance, expand access to fortified foods and strengthen incentives for private-sector participation.

The session will also explore approaches including fortification quality indices and expanding fortified rice into voluntary markets and through private-sector engagement.

Date: 13 August 2026
Time: 3:00 PM CEST

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Online Webinar: Cardiovascular Disease and Dietary Fiber Clinical Outcomes and Interventions

Dietary fiber intake is widely recognized by leading scientific bodies as a key factor in reducing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk, yet intake across all age groups continues to fall short of recommended levels. This live virtual seminar, hosted by the Foundation for Innovation in Healthy Food (FIHF) in partnership with the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), brings together health professionals and scientists to explore the evolving evidence connecting dietary fiber to cardiovascular health.

The session will examine fiber’s emerging role in CVD progression and quality of life, how its clinical relevance shifts as disease intensifies, and which patient subgroups may benefit most from targeted fiber interventions. Speakers will also present practical, innovative strategies for closing the gap between fiber guidelines and real-world consumption, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A on engaging dietary fiber in cardiovascular disease-related policy conversations.

The program features presentations from Dr. Rod Wallace (President, FIHF), with a panel discussion joined by Dr. Daniel Anderson (Chief, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, UNMC), Dr. Corrine Hanson (Director, Medical Nutrition Program, UNMC), and Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian (Director, Food is Medicine Institute, Tufts University), facilitated by Dr. Deborah Robin.

This accredited continuing education activity is designed for physicians, nurses, registered dietitians, public health professionals, and researchers working in cardiovascular disease prevention and nutrition science, and offers 1.5 CE credits/contact hours across multiple disciplines.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Location: Online (webinar link provided upon registration)
Registration: https://fihf.org/event/cardiovascular-disease-and-dietary-fiber/, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cardiovascular-disease-dietary-fiber-clinical-outcomes-and-interventions-tickets-1980664961217?aff=oddtdtcreator

Free-From and Rich-In Foods – Food Technology and Nutritional Innovation Webinar on 9 July

Organised by the FoodTeach Village, this webinar will take place on 9 July 2026 at 15:00 (London time) and will explore the rapidly growing field of free-from and rich-in food products.

It will provide an overview of the scientific, technological, regulatory, and consumer drivers shaping the development of foods designed to meet specific nutritional and health-related needs. The session will also cover current market trends, formulation challenges, and innovative solutions in product development.

Topics include sugar, lactose, and fat replacement strategies; protein and fibre enrichment; use of functional and bioactive ingredients; and approaches to maintaining product quality and sensory acceptance. Regulatory considerations, nutrition and health claims, and selected case studies will also be presented.

The webinar is relevant for researchers, industry professionals, and anyone interested in food innovation and the development of healthier product solutions.

Registration is open

IUNS–FANUS Joint Webinar 2026 Recordings Now Available

We are pleased to announce that the recordings of the IUNS–FANUS Joint Webinar 2026, held on 2–3 June 2026, are now available to watch on the IUNS website.

The webinar series brought together researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, and students from around the world to explore current topics in nutrition science through a programme of expert presentations and discussions.

Whether you joined us live and would like to revisit the sessions, or were unable to attend every presentation, you can now access the full webinar recordings at your convenience.

Watch the webinar recordings here

IUNS extends its sincere thanks to all speakers, moderators, participants, and FANUS for their valuable contributions and support in making this webinar a success.

We hope you enjoy the recordings and look forward to welcoming you to future IUNS events.

Strengthening Global-African Collaboration: Reflections on the IUNS-FANUS Joint Webinar 2026

Article written by Dr Robert Fungo, current President of the Federation of African Nutrition Societies (FANUS)

The IUNS-FANUS Joint Webinar 2026 marked a significant milestone in fostering meaningful scientific exchange between the International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS) and the Federation of African Nutrition Societies (FANUS). Held over two days on 2–3 June 2026, the event attracted overwhelming interest, with registration closing early due to high demand. It built directly on the success of the inaugural regional webinar in March 2025, responding to feedback from IUNS Adhering Bodies calling for deeper, more substantive engagement across regions and disciplines.

The planning process exemplified responsive and participatory collaboration. IUNS and FANUS leadership drew on insights from previous events and member societies to shape the programme. A registration process invited participant input on topics, allowing the community to help prioritise emerging issues. This survey-driven approach ensured relevance, blending global perspectives with Africa-centered solutions. Under my leadership at FANUS and IUNS representatives, the team curated a balanced agenda that moved seamlessly from problem analysis to evidence-based action. Moderators, including Dr. Fungo, Dr. Habiba Hassan-Wassef, and Prof. Francis Bruno Zotor, played a pivotal role in facilitating dynamic discussions.

Day 1 focused on “Understanding the Nutrition Challenge,” examining the evolving burden of malnutrition in all its forms-micronutrient deficiencies, obesity, and non-communicable diseases (NCDs)-within shifting food environments. Speakers such as IUNS President Prof. Hyun-Sook Kim, Dr. Saskia Osendarp (Micronutrient Forum), Dr. Yunhee Kang, and Tunisian specialists Prof. Henda Jamoussi and Dr. Rym Ben Othman shared cutting-edge evidence on determinants, dietary transitions, and policy implications. Participants gained nuanced insights into how global trends intersect with local African realities.

Day 2 shifted to “Evidence for Actions to Address the Problems,” emphasising translation into practice. Sessions covered ultra-processed foods and food systems transformation (addressed by Prof. Amos Laar and Prof. Jacques Delarue), nutrition and cancer in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) (addressed by Prof. Alan Jackson), mycotoxin food safety risks (addressed by Prof. Sheila Okoth and Dr. Lindy Joy Rose), and the design and scaling of school feeding programmes, featuring experts like Kwadzanai Nyanungo and Dr. Jacqueline Kung’u. Discussions highlighted practical innovations, partnerships (including contributions from Mr Francois Stepman), and the role of resilient systems in sustainable development.

One of the webinar’s greatest strengths was its emphasis on interdisciplinary and multi-stakeholder dialogue. Attendees from researchers and academics to policymakers and practitioners, engaged actively through Q&A sessions, fostering connections that extend beyond the event. My closing remarks on Day 2 underscored the importance of translating evidence into tangible improvements in nutrition outcomes across Africa, reinforcing FANUS’s commitment to capacity building and leadership.

The process from idea gathering to delivery revealed key lessons: community input via surveys enhances ownership; balanced global-African speaker representation enriches perspectives; and structured progression from analysis to action sustains engagement. Challenges such as high demand and time-zone coordination were managed effectively through accessible virtual formats. Overall, the IUNS-FANUS webinar demonstrated the power of partnership in advancing nutrition science. It not only disseminated knowledge but also inspired collaborative action toward resilient health systems. As participants carry forward these insights, the event stands as a model for future regional initiatives, strengthening the global nutrition community’s ability to address pressing challenges with context-specific African solutions.

Registration full – thanks for your support | IUNS–FANUS Joint Webinar (2–3 June 2026)

The International Union of Nutritional Sciences (IUNS), in partnership with the Federation of African Nutrition Societies (FANUS), will convene the second webinar in its regional series on 2–3 June 2026.

Registration is now full. Thank you for your interest and support.

Designed in response to Adhering Bodies’ call for more substantive scientific exchange, this series provides a platform for dialogue across regions and disciplines. Following the first webinar in March 2025, the upcoming session will address the theme: “Building Resilient Nutrition and Health Systems: Global Challenges and African Solutions”.

The programme is structured to move from analysis to application. Day one will examine the evolving burden and determinants of malnutrition in all its forms, including micronutrient deficiencies and non-communicable diseases within changing food environments. Day two will focus on translating evidence into action, with sessions covering ultra-processed foods and food systems transformation, nutrition and cancer in LMICs, food safety challenges such as mycotoxins, and the design and scaling of school feeding programmes in African contexts.

This webinar is particularly relevant for researchers, academics, and practitioners seeking to:

  • Situate their work within current global and African nutrition research priorities
  • Examine how emerging evidence is informing policy and programme design
  • Analyse implementation challenges across diverse country contexts
  • Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and research partnerships
  • Engage directly with leading experts through moderated discussions and Q&A sessions

By bridging research, policy, and practice, the webinar aims to support more effective and context-responsive approaches to strengthening nutrition and health systems.

Meet the speakers

Full Programme:

Joint IUNS & FANUS Scientific Webinar ProgrammeDownload

Special Virtual Event: The Journal of Nutrition’s Inaugural Malden Nesheim Nutrition Landscape Award Lecture: A History of the Elimination of Iodine Deficiency Disorders in the Americas: A Dramatic Achievement and Lessons Learned

Don’t miss this award-winning science in action.
Join the special webinar featuring The Journal of Nutrition’s inaugural Malden Nesheim Nutrition Landscape Award Lecture – an illuminating look at the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders across the Americas and the lessons it holds for nutrition policy and practice today. Hear directly from the authors as they unpack decades of progress, persistent gaps, and what it will take to sustain success, especially for vulnerable populations like pregnant women.

• Elizabeth N. Pearce, MD, MSc, Boston University Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine
• Eduardo A. Pretell, MD, Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University, Lima, Peru
• Published Article: A History of the Elimination of Iodine Deficiency Disorders in the Americas: A Dramatic Achievement and Lessons Learned

Special thanks to award sponsor, Cornell University’s College of Human Ecology.

Free to attend. Register today!

Learn more at discover.nutrition.org

World Obesity Day 2026 Online Event

On World Obesity Day 2026 (4 March), the Global Obesity Coalition is hosting a critical online event titled “8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity”. The message is clear: with more than 8 billion people on the planet, we all have a part to play in addressing the global obesity crisis.

The focus this year is childhood obesity. Childhood obesity is rising at an alarming pace, with rates among school-aged children climbing from about 4% in 1975 to nearly 20% in 2022, espeically in low- and middle-income countries. Obesity in childhood often persists into adulthood, increasing the risk of serious non-communicable diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers.

This online event will share new data from the World Obesity Federation’s 2026 Atlas on childhood obesity, spotlighting trends, inequities, and the urgent need for systemic action. The campaign also calls for a shift away from stigma and individual blame toward evidence-based policies, accountable nultisectoral solutions, and meaningful participation from governments, youth leaders, and people with lived experience. It highlights the importance of prevention, care, and health equity for all.

Online Event Details

  • Date: 4 March 2026 (World Obesity Day)
  • Time: 12 – 1:30 pm (UTC)
  • Host: Global Obesity Coalition (World Obesity Federation, World Health Organization, and UNICEF).
  • Register here.

Report on ‘From Lunchbox to Lab: The Science behind Processed Food’ Roundtables

A global roundtable on the science of processed foods, held on 16 and 30 October 2025, united over 1,000 experts from 78 nations. Organised by IUFoST and UNIDO, and co-chaired by the Presidents of IUNS and IUFoST, the event generated valuable new insights in nutrition and food science.

The IUFoST has just published a report on the two roundtables.

Key Discussion Insights

  1. Defining Processing vs. Ultra-Processing – Experts agreed that ‘processing’ is not synonymous with ‘ultra-processed.’ Erich Windhab described processing as a scientific toolbox that improves safety and palatability. Jeyakumar Henry stressed distinguishing between the process itself and the final product.
  2. Collaboration Gap – Only 25% of respondents felt that food technologists and nutrition scientists collaborate sufficiently. Hyun Sook Kim emphasized integrating nutrition into food technology design and policymaking.
  3. Evidence-Based Frameworks – Samuel Godefroy warned that unscientific classification systems could mislead consumers and weaken trust. He called for robust, data-driven methodologies aligned with Codex principles.
  4. Beyond NOVA – The IUFoST NOURISH model incorporates safety, palatability, sustainability, affordability, and convenience alongside nutrition to enable quantifiable, balanced classification.

Questions of Particular Interest

  • How can AI and digital tools accelerate functional and sustainable food design?
  • Can digestibility and bioavailability be measured in the same framework?
  • How can cultural diversity in food processing be respected within global frameworks?
  • What is the greatest risk if classification lacks a solid scientific base? Top responses: misleading consumer information and loss of trust.

Participant Reflections

“Such an enlightening discussion! The integration of formulation and processing metrics like ΔNRF is a game changer for evidence-based food policy.”

“We cannot do without processing. What we need is a clear, scientifically defined framework for its impact on health.” 

Next Steps

IUFoST, IUNS, and UNIDO will continue to work together to inform Codex deliberations and public understanding of the role of processing in global nutrition and sustainability.

For updates, visit www.iufost.org.

More info and videos about these roundtables:
From Lunchbox to Lab: The Science Behind Processed Foods
From Lunchbox to Lab: The Science Behind Processed Foods Interactive Dialogue

From Lunchbox to Lab: The Science Behind Processed Foods

On World Food Day, the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST) is hosting a global webinar that explains how science turns raw ingredients into foods that are safe, nutritious, tasty, and sustainable.

While addressing common myths about “processed foods”, you will also discover how food processing improves food safety, reduces waste, and makes healthy choices more accessible. A team of international experts will share how new food classification systems are helping both consumers and policymakers worldwide, from high-income to low- and middle-income countries.

Register on ZOOM platform clicking here.