In 2017, the Theo Murphy High Flyers Think Tank ‘Rethinking Food and Nutrition Science’ convened a gathering of 60 early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) to discuss the future of nutrition science in Australia, with the aim of inspiring the nutrition community to action. This event served as a springboard for the development of Nourishing Australia: a decadal plan for the science of nutrition, published by the National Committee for Nutrition in 2019. Five years later, it is an opportune time to revisit the plan's key goals and prepare for the next stage of implementation.
This one-day symposium will focus on accelerating the implementation of Nourishing Australia, with EMCR participants having the chance to review the plan’s progress to date, set new objectives, and collaborate with key organisational influencers and stakeholders to develop implementation strategies for key recommendations and priority areas, including:
establishing a ‘trusted voice’ for nutrition science in Australia
developing a national capability for nutrition data
enhancing nutrition education and research training
analysing nutrition mechanisms to identify the relationships between diet and health.
The primary goal of this symposium is to empower EMCRs to take an active role in leading the implementation of the plan’s recommendations. The symposium will provide EMCRs with an opportunity to take ownership of the promotion and execution of specific goals, with a commitment to driving progress towards achieving their respective objectives by 2030.
The symposium is ideal for EMCRs who are interested in building the necessary skills, knowledge and confidence to manage key stakeholder organisations and devise effective implementation strategies. The symposium offers a platform for EMCRs to participate and make meaningful contributions towards the implementation of the decadal plan and shape the future of nutrition science in Australia.
Date: Wednesday 26 July 2023
Time: 8.30am - 5.30pm AEST
Venue: Collins Square Events Centre, Melbourne
Cost: Registration is free. Travel grants are available on application.
Registration: Attendee numbers are strictly limited – please submit an expression of interest (EOI) to apply to attend. EOIs close 5.00pm AEST on Monday 24 April 2023.
EMCRs and postgraduate students from the dietetic and nutrition science sector, clinical dietetic and nutrition professionals, and non-governmental organisations including professional and peak bodies, advocacy groups and nutrition educators.
Through the Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia), the National Committee for Nutrition is offering travel grants to support a diversity of EMCRs to attend the symposium. Grants can be used to cover costs associated with attending the event, such as travel and accommodation. Please indicate whether you would like to apply for a travel grant when completing an attendance EOI.
The Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) participatory support grants provide funding support to EMCRs from underrepresented groups for caring, accessibility and mobility grants to enable attendance at the symposium. Applicants may access support up to $5,000 per activity for direct activity costs.
nc@science.org.au
In 2017, the Theo Murphy High Flyers Think Tank ‘Rethinking Food and Nutrition Science’ convened a gathering of 60 early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) to discuss the future of nutrition science in Australia, with the aim of inspiring the nutrition community to action. This event served as a springboard for the development of , published by the National Committee for Nutrition in 2019. Five years later, it is an opportune time to revisit the plan's key goals and prepare for the next stage of implementation.
This one-day symposium will focus on accelerating the implementation of Nourishing Australia, with EMCR participants having the chance to review the plan’s progress to date, set new objectives, and collaborate with key organisational influencers and stakeholders to develop implementation strategies for key recommendations and priority areas, including:
establishing a ‘trusted voice’ for nutrition science in Australia
developing a national capability for nutrition data
enhancing nutrition education and research training
analysing nutrition mechanisms to identify the relationships between diet and health.
The primary goal of this symposium is to empower EMCRs to take an active role in leading the implementation of the plan’s recommendations. The symposium will provide EMCRs with an opportunity to take ownership of the promotion and execution of specific goals, with a commitment to driving progress towards achieving their respective objectives by 2030.
The symposium is ideal for EMCRs who are interested in building the necessary skills, knowledge and confidence to manage key stakeholder organisations and devise effective implementation strategies. The symposium offers a platform for EMCRs to participate and make meaningful contributions towards the implementation of the decadal plan and shape the future of nutrition science in Australia.
Date: Wednesday 26 July 2023
Time: 8.30am - 5.30pm AEST
Venue: Collins Square Events Centre, Melbourne
Cost: Registration is free. Travel grants are available on application.
Registration: Attendee numbers are strictly limited – to apply to attend. EOIs close 5.00pm AEST on Monday 24 April 2023.
EMCRs and postgraduate students from the dietetic and nutrition science sector, clinical dietetic and nutrition professionals, and non-governmental organisations including professional and peak bodies, advocacy groups and nutrition educators.
Through the Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia), the National Committee for Nutrition is offering travel grants to support a diversity of EMCRs to attend the symposium. Grants can be used to cover costs associated with attending the event, such as travel and accommodation. Please indicate whether you would like to apply for a travel grant when completing an attendance EOI.
provide funding support to EMCRs from underrepresented groups for caring, accessibility and mobility grants to enable attendance at the symposium. Applicants may access support up to $5,000 per activity for direct activity costs.
Collins Square Events Centre,727 Collins Street Victoria false DD/MM/YYYYnc@science.org.au
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