ECN eLearning Hub

This webinar provided early career researchers with key insights into the growing evidence base on ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and their significance for public health. Dr Zoé Colombet and Dr Yanaina Chavez-Ugalde explored consumption patterns, health risks, and classification challenges, while Professor Emma Boyland discussed the influence of UPF marketing and the need for stronger policy […]

This webinar provided early career researchers with essential insights into complex systems approaches to obesity. Led by Professor Harry Rutter, the session explored the importance of conceptualising obesity as a complex systems issue and its implications for evidence generation, public health action, and policy development. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of how a systems-based approach […]

This webinar provided early career researchers with essential insights into the pathophysiology of obesity. Led by Professor Alex Miras, Professor of Endocrinology at Ulster University and member of the NICE obesity management guidelines committee, the session explored the traditional perception of obesity, the scientific foundations of its causes, and strategies to communicate obesity as a […]

This webinar provided early career researchers with essential insights into epidemiology in obesity research. Led by Dr. Sarah Cuschieri, MD, PhD, PhD, the session covered the fundamentals of epidemiological study design, including cross-sectional, cohort, and case-control studies, highlighting their benefits, limitations, and practical applications. Attendees also gained a deeper understanding of how to apply these […]

This eLearning Hub webinar and journal club focussed on the importance of standardised terminology in obesity research and healthcare. Dr Jennifer Baker discussed EASO’s new taxonomy initiative, which provides a common language for obesity and a standardised and consistent framework for defining and classifying obesity. This 1-hour session featured an overview of taxonomy development, key […]

The EASO – Novo Nordisk Foundation New Investigator Awards are offered annually in four key areas: Basic Science, Clinical Research, Childhood Obesity and Public Health. Each Award includes a 300,000 DKK research grant (approximately €40,000) to fund new research in obesity. This 1-hour webinar features 2023 and 2024 EASO – Novo Nordisk Foundation New Investigator […]

The EASO ECN eLearning Hub launch event focusses on advice for early career students and professionals on making an impact as a researcher or clinician in the field of obesity. More information here.

This interactive session aimed to help early career people optimise their conference experience by discussing what to do, who to meet, and how to prepare to get the most out of attendance. Tips dedicated to the upcoming 30th annual European Congress on Obesity (ECO) 17-20 May 2023 in Dublin, Ireland were included. More information here.