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9–14 September 2008, Warsaw, POLAND: Evidence–based Nutrition: From Requirements to Recommendations and Policies An advanced course for younger scientists
This course is organised by EURRECA partners:
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Background
Although the scientific evidence on nutrient requirements is universal, micronutrient recommendations vary considerably between European countries. The process of collation and judging the scientific evidence will be elaborated, with a specific focus on dietary assessment methodology, strengthening the scientific evidence base and incorporating this in development of food and nutrition policies.
Objective
The Course is based on the experiences of the biannual “Nutritional and Lifestyle Epidemiology Course” organised by the Graduate School VLAG in the Netherlands. It lets younger, less experienced scientists from Eastern and Central Europe and other countries improve their research qualifications and general knowledge in the field of nutrition and epidemiology, and makes it easier for them to get involved in international research programmes. Moreover, special topics on the research policy cycle will be useful for representatives of policy makers and consumer organizations.
Course outline
The programme will comprise lectures, computer assisted exercises, and group assignments. Most of the methodological topics will be illustrated by applications in current research.
Target group
Young scientists in the field of nutrition and public health, policy makers, consumer organizations and
nutritionist in food industry.
Language
The Course will be delivered in English.
Venue
The course will take place in Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW, Warsaw, Poland
Course leaders
Prof. Lisette C.P.G.M. de Groot, Prof. Pieter van’t Veer
Faculty Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW
Prof. Anna Brzozowska, Prof. Wojciech Roszkowski
Invited speakers from
EURRECA, UNICEF, WHO, & others
Provisional programme
The following topics will be covered:
Scientific Evidence – theory and application
Assessing dietary intake; biomarkers of nutrient status; nutritional health research; nutrient recommendations; food patterns and health; evidence and public health; systematic literature review; meta analysis; evaluation of adequacy of intakes; food based dietary guidelines; E-learning workshop.
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Policy – theory and application
Research and policy cycle; policy options for improvement of nutrient intakes; decision analysis in policy making; methods to measure cost effectiveness of policies or programs; food safety; key nutrition issues in Western and Eastern Europe; case study. ……………………………………………..
Registration/Course fee
Registration is now closed. The final registration date was 31 May 2008. The number of participants is limited to 30.
The course fee is € 750 for PhD students and € 1500 for all other participants and covers course materials, coffee/tea during breaks, lunches/dinners. Applicants will be notified on acceptance of their registration before 15 June 2008 and will receive instructions for payments and further information. Cancellations may be made free of charge until 04 July 2008. Between 5 July and 22 August there will be a charge of 25% of the delegate. From 23 August 100% of the fee will be payable. Substitutions may be made at any time.
The EURRECA Network of Excellence makes a number of fellowships available for staff members of EURRECA partners. More information will be announced on the EURRECA website in due time. The EURRECA Network also makes a number of fellowships available for young scientists or policy makers from Central and Eastern Europe countries. This fellowship will cover the course fee (but not travel or accommodation). Applications can be made through the Course Secretariat.
