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Author: Janice Man    Editors: Sarah Armes & Dr Jenneffer Tibaes     Contributors: Prof Sumantra Ray & Matheus Abrantes       Acknowledgements: NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health; International Academy of Nutrition Educators (IANE); BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health; Authors of  the Article – Tadao Ooka, Hisashi Johno, Kazunori Nakamoto, Yoshioki Yoda, Hiroshi Yokomichi, & Zentaro Yamagata.     Diabetes is a huge health problem around the world, with millions of people affected, and that number is expected to keep growing (Ooka, 2021). Type 2 diabetes is the most common type, and it often develops slowly over time. Doctors check people’s blood sugar regularly, but they don’t always take action until it’s too high. However, scientists believe that insulin resistance (a key cause of type 2 diabetes) can start many years before someone is diagnose (Ooka, 2021). This means it’s important to catch potential problems early. The goal is to find a way to predict who might develop diabetes before it happens, so doctors can offer advice or treatment to prevent it.    Recently, researchers have been using computer technology, specifically artificial intelligence (AI), to help predict diseases like diabetes. One type of AI, called "Random Forest" (RF) has been shown to make good predictions by looking at patterns in health data.     The study by Ooka (2021) used the RF AI method to predict changes in blood sugar levels using information from regular health check-ups. Their goal was to see if this AI method could work better than traditional approaches and help doctors make earlier and more accurate predictions about who might develop diabetes.    Key Findings      Better predictions with AI:  Using the RF model, it was predicted that changes in blood sugar (HbA1c) levels more accurately than with traditional methods. This model is better at figuring out who might develop diabetes in the future.   Important risk factors:  The RF model found that factors like weight, blood sugar levels, and the change in blood sugar from year to year were some of the biggest indicators of who might develop higher blood sugar in the future.   Longer-term health data helps:  Including health data from multiple years instead of just one gives a clearer picture and improves the prediction of diabetes risk.   Other factors:  The RF model identified some surprising variables, such as certain liver enzymes, that could help predict future diabetes risk, showing that health data can be more complex than we often think.   Machine learning's potential:  This AI approach could lead to earlier detection of not just diabetes, but also other diseases, helping people get treatment before problems worsen.     Results   The RF AI method was better at predicting changes in blood sugar levels than the traditional method called Multiple Logistic Regression. The RF model, which included changes from previous years, was the most accurate. The key factors that helped the RF model make its predictions were blood sugar levels, fasting blood glucose, body weight, liver enzyme levels, and platelet count (cells involved in blood clotting).    Implications    By using machine learning like the RF model, doctors can spot people at risk for diabetes earlier, allowing them to take action before their blood sugar gets too high. This could lead to better, more personalised care, as doctors can focus on the people who need help the most. Moreover, using health data from multiple years can improve predictions, making healthcare smarter and more efficient.     If you’re curious about how this could change healthcare for the better, click here to read more .    Reference     Ooka, T., Johno, H., Nakamoto, K., Yoda, Y., Yokomichi, H., & Yamagata, Z. (2021). Random Forest Approach for determining risk prediction and predictive factors of type 2 diabetes: Large-scale health check-up data in Japan. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health , 4 (1), 140–148. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjnph-2020-000200

Author:   Janice Man    Editors: Sarah Armes & Dr Jenneffer Tibaes     Contributors: Prof Sumantra Ray & Matheus Abrantes       Acknowledgements: NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health;  International Academy of Nutrition Educators (IANE);  BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health;  Authors of  the Article – Russell Cain, Maddy French, and Luigi Sedda. England’s coastal communities face significant deprivation, neglect, and disproportionately poor health compared to inland areas, including elevated rates of mental health issues, chronic diseases, and dementia. The COVID-19 pandemic has further widened these disparities, with coastal areas experiencing higher mortality, long COVID prevalence, and unemployment rates. However, research into how these health and socioeconomic challenges vary within coastal communities remains limited, hindering effective policy and practice.    The study by Cain et al. (2023) examines the dynamics of food insecurity, health, well-being, demographics, and deprivation in Fleetwood, a socially deprived coastal town in Lancashire, UK, before and after COVID-19. Using hospital admission and community mental health referral data, we assess health outcomes and trends, while free school meal eligibility serves as a proxy for food insecurity and its associated impacts on health and well-being.    Key Findings    Food Insecurity Some areas with good housing and decent incomes but worse health conditions saw more children needing free school meals after the pandemic. This highlights hidden struggles in certain neighborhoods.     Mental Health Mental health issues didn't change much during the first year of the pandemic. However, unemployment and serious health problems like heart and lung diseases made mental health worse, especially for teenagers and young adults.    Hospital Admissions Younger people were more likely to be hospitalised for mental health problems than older adults, reflecting broader challenges for young people in coastal communities.     Mortality Risks Older age, unplanned hospital visits, and cancer were major factors linked to higher death rates in hospitals, especially during the pandemic.     Coastal Community Challenges These findings reflect typical struggles in coastal towns, which often have older populations, weaker healthcare systems, and higher rates of health problems.     Results  The results revealed that areas with better housing and income, but higher health and disability deprivation experienced increased food insecurity post-pandemic, as indicated by rising free school meal eligibility. Mental health trends remained largely stable during the pandemic's initial 14 months but were significantly impacted by unemployment, cardiovascular, and respiratory conditions, with adolescents and young adults particularly vulnerable. Hospital mortality risks, influenced by COVID-19 and comorbidities, highlighted the challenges faced by coastal communities characterised by aging populations, strained healthcare systems, and prevalent chronic illnesses.    Implications  The study reveals hidden vulnerabilities in coastal towns like Fleetwood, where the pandemic exposed worsening food insecurity and mental health challenges, particularly in areas with better housing but higher health and disability issues. Free school meal eligibility highlights food insecurity but misses at-risk groups like low-income working families, emphasising the need for more nuanced measures. Mental health, though stable early in the pandemic, remains strongly tied to unemployment, poor physical health, and social isolation. These findings suggest policymakers must prioritise detailed, localised data to address these challenges effectively. Combining targeted interventions—such as job support, health programs, and community-building initiatives—with an understanding of fine-scale spatial and demographic dynamics is crucial to prevent future crises, like food shortages, from worsening health disparities in vulnerable coastal communities.    Learn more  about the impact of food insecurity in the UK Coastal Town.     References   Cain, R., French, M., & Sedda, L. (2023). Food insecurity, mental health and in-hospital mortality following the COVID-19 pandemic in a socially deprived UK coastal town. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health , 6 (1), 100–107. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjnph-2022-000561

Author: Holly Giles  Speakers: Dr Gautum Mehta, Dr Jenneffer Tibaes  Panellists: Professor Sumantra Ray, Dr Rajna Golubic, Ramya Rajaram & Sarah Armes  Acknowledgements: We would also like to acknowledge Randox Health for their funding and support of both the workshop and the ongoing systematic review.  Reviewer:  Sarah Armes   Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is one of the most common chronic liver conditions, often associated with obesity or type 2 diabetes [1]. Previously termed non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the nomenclature change aims to reduce stigma and enhance healthcare understanding and support for this condition [2]. Alongside this shift in terminology , growing recognition of the role of lifestyle factors has prompted a transition from reactive to preventative approaches in MASLD management.   In November 2024, NNEdPro presented a summary of current understanding of MASLD and lifestyle factors with talks by key researchers in this area.    Lifestyle management for MASLD Alcohol consumption There is an increased prevalence of MASLD in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes, meaning that lifestyle factors can have a preventative effect on MASLD development. It was highlighted that alcohol use has a synergistic impact on cardiometabolic risk factors, showing the importance of lifestyle choices on disease progression. The negative impacts of binge drinking, not currently considered in UK drinking guidelines, were emphasised on the risk of liver injury [3]. Positively, it was shown that 1-month of abstinence from alcohol (in the form of dry January) was associated with an improved risk profile for MASLD [3], meaning lifestyle factors not only drive disease progression but can also have protective effects.   Weight loss Weight loss was emphasised as an important avenue for overweight patients, with waist circumference acting as an independent marker of MASLD risk. Meta-analysis data was presented, showing the benefits of calorie restriction and adherence to a Mediterranean diet on liver stiffness.  The beneficial effects of physical activity were enhanced, showing the importance of both diet and exercise for MASLD patients.  Dietary choices  Using meta-analysis of dietary components, red meat and soft drink consumption were both shown to contribute to MASLD risk. Contrastingly, nut consumption was shown to have a favourable effect. This presentation by Dr Mehta highlighted the importance of lifestyle management, both with regards to physical activity and dietary choices, of MASLD prevention and progression.  Pharmacy in MASLD Management Polypharmacy, defined as the regular use of 5 or more medications, presents a challenge to clinicians in the treatment and management of MASLD. One challenge is the differentiation between clinical symptoms of the disease and side effects as a result of polypharmacy and drug interactions. Polypharmacy significantly impacts the quality of life of patients due to the presence of side effects, as well as compounding the socioeconomic cost of this condition [4]. Many of the issues of polypharmacy can be avoided or reduced through lifestyle factors, as these reduce the need for medication and can facilitate medication de-escalation. This highlights the need for a holistic, patient-centred approach to treatment, with sufficient support for patients to adopt the recommended lifestyle changes.   The challenges associated with polypharmacy for MASLD management have been highlighted in the systematic review, which is anticipated to be published in 2025.  Panel Q&A on MASLD treatment and prevention In the panel discussion, the panellists addressed several key barriers that prevent patients from adopting the recommended lifestyle changes. Acknowledging the impact of food poverty, financial constraints, and limited access to resources, the panellists noted that these factors significantly hinder many patients' ability to make necessary lifestyle adjustments. Furthermore, the challenge of achieving long-term behavioural change was discussed, emphasising the critical role of clinical support and clear, consistent messaging in helping patients achieve sustainable improvements.  The panel highlighted the need for multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for MASLD patients. These teams should not only focus on the clinical management of the condition but also assist patients in making the lifestyle changes necessary to reduce disease progression. It was suggested that patient care teams should include dietitians, behavioural psychologists, and health promotion practitioners, all of whom could contribute to facilitating long-term behavioural change and enhancing patient outcomes.  Looking ahead, the panellists discussed the potential for future advancements in MASLD treatment, including the expansion of population screening programs. These programs could enable earlier identification of MASLD patients, allowing for timely lifestyle interventions as a primary preventive measure.  This discussion underscored the critical importance of lifestyle choices in the occurrence and progression of MASLD. It is hoped that greater awareness of this relationship, along with the integration of multidisciplinary support to foster patient-led behavioural changes, will lead to improved care and management of MASLD in the future.    References Chan WK, Chuah KH, Rajaram RB, Lim LL, Ratnasingam J, Vethakkan SR. Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD): A State-of-the-Art Review. J Obes Metab Syndr. 2023;32(3):197-213.   Rinella ME, Sookoian S. From NAFLD to MASLD: updated naming and diagnosis criteria for fatty liver disease. J Lipid Res. 2024;65(1):100485.  Mehta G, Macdonald S, Cronberg A, Rosselli M, Khera-Butler T, Sumpter C, et al. Short-term abstinence from alcohol and changes in cardiovascular risk factors, liver function tests and cancer-related growth factors: a prospective observational study. BMJ Open. 2018;8(5):e020673.  Maher RL, Hanlon J, Hajjar ER. Clinical consequences of polypharmacy in elderly. Expert Opin Drug Saf. 2014;13(1):57-65.

Programme Registration The Venue Theme Leaders & Speakers Abstracts World Food Forum Supporters FAQ Previous Years Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition: From Science to Society 17th to 20th December 2024 In-person & Virtual Science City, Kolkata, India Programme Registration The Venue Theme Leaders & Speakers Abstracts World Food Forum Supporters FAQ Previous Years More... In partnership with Event organised by Our 10th International summit was an unprecedented success! Catch up with the action and learn more below. The NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health, in collaboration with the International Academy of Nutrition Educators (IANE) and BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health , successfully hosted its 10th International Summit on "Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition: From Science to Society " from 17 to 20 December 2024 . This landmark event fostered global collaboration by integrating diverse perspectives into food and nutrition research, education, practice, and policy . It emphasized the importance of inclusive dialogue , focusing on contributions from historically underrepresented communities, and explored ways to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and contemporary science. View Summit Abstracts View Photo Album The Summit concluded with the below key outcomes below Global Expertise Over 50 hours of cutting edge scientific content across 5 tracks in 4 days. Over 80 speaker inputs from 35 countries including keynote by a World Food Prize laureate. Over 500 attendees from across six continents. 55 scientific poster abstracts accepted for publication along with summit proceedings. 20 student learning zone posters accepted. Knowledge and Advocacy Hub: Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition Knowledge In partnership with key supporters of our 2024 summit and a select roundtable of strategic partners over early 2025 we will form a Knowledge and Advocacy Hub to act as a resource repository and support continuous advocacy on democratising and decolonising food and nutrition knowledge - this hub will have dual bases in India and the UK to serve the global south and global north respectively - in the first instance the Hub will be responsible for publishing a series of in-depth peer reviewed articles (in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention and Health as well as CABI publishing) and wider dissemination materials capturing the insights from Summit 2024 and recommendations will be registered as voluntary actions linked with the UN Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016-2025). Announcement of an Annual Special Symposium: Democratising and Decolonising Food and Nutrition Knowledge An annual special symposium in the margins of our future summits at the end of each year will track the progress and implementation of the recommendations on democratising and decolonising food and nutrition knowledge to strengthen the scientific evidence base in a manner that can better serve society. SUMMIT 2025: FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT Target 2030: Food and Nutrition Policy - From Human to Planetary Health Plans for the 2025 Summit from December 3rd to 6th are set for Dundee and St Andrews in Scotland. It will feature a half-day pre-summit special symposium, two full days of discussions on food and nutrition policy for human and planetary health, and a half day global youth essay prize competition on the post-summit day. In the margins of the summit there will be a Gala Tartan Dinner, our annual inter-cultural performing arts event ‘The Confluence’, and opportunities to interact with our Scottish Mobile Teaching Kitchen Champions as well activities to discover the delights of the East of Scotland. As a delegate of the NNEdPro Summit you are entitled to a 20% discount on the cost of publishing an article in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Learn more about the event Summit Abstracts Messages of Support Read our article in Complete Nutrition Read our article in CABI Food & Nutrition Sciences Programme Summit Programme The hybrid pre-summit workshop and roundtable discussion took place in Belfast on 1st July 2024 . Our main Summit event, also in a hybrid format, was held in Kolkata, India, from 17th to 20th December 2024. These events brought together the collective views of our regional networks spanning over 65 countries as well as a multitude of organisations, giving even wider geographical and disciplinary coverage. The hosting of the Summit under the India and South Asia Regional Network marked the 10th Anniversary of NNEdPro projects in India. Registration included access to plenary sessions , interactive panel discussions and abstract presentations showcasing work from all NNEdPro Regional Networks and key collaborators, with 40+ hours of engaging content! Main Summit Programme Registration Registration MAIN SUMMIT 17th to 20th December 2024. In-person & Virtual. Science City, Kolkata, India. Performing arts presentations by members of the Calcutta Youth Choir and dance troupe, along with other independent artistes, will be enjoyed as part of the opening ceremony on Day 1 of the Summit. Complimentary entrance to various Science City attractions is included for all in-person registrants. Click the buttons below for ticket options: International Delegates India & South Asia Delegates Main Summit Programme The Venue The Venue: Science City, Kolkata, India The main Summit event was held from 17th to 20th December 2024 in the City of Kolkata, India. You can learn more about the venue here . Local Hosts Remedy Clinic Study Group (RCSG)* in partnership with Bhavishya Shakti Cooperative Society (BSCS) kindly acted as local hosts for the NNEdPro-IANE 10th International Summit. *Lake Town Scientific Research and Clinicians Association Summit Chairs, Theme Leaders & Key Speakers Explore the profiles of the Summit chairs, theme leaders, and speakers by clicking on the photos below. For a comprehensive overview, you can also download the attachment . Click here for a full list of the organisations and institutions that our Theme Leaders and Key Speakers represent. International Summit Co-Chairs / Key Speakers Professor Pauline Douglas NNEdPro | Ulster University Professor Sumantra Ray NNEdPro Principal Keynote Speaker: Sanchita Banerjee Memorial Lecture Honorary Joint President of NNEdPro & IANE Dr Shakuntala Thilsted Director, Nutrition, Health and Food Security Impact Area Platform, CGIAR Prof Suzanne Piscopo University of Malta | President, SNEB International Summit Theme Leaders / Key Speakers Dr Ahlam El Shikieri NNEdPro | Taibah University Andre Laperriere Former Exec. Director GODAN Prof Clare Wall NNEdPro | University of Auckland Claudia Laricchia Smily Academy Jaroslav Guzanic NNEdPro | Swiss Association for Cooperation on Food Education Dr Kathy Martyn NNEdPro | Brighton University Dr Martin Kohlmeier Editor in Chief, BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health Prof Nitya Rao University of East Anglia Dr Prachi Prabhat Pandit Consultant to Shiv Nadar Foundation Saeeda Ahmed NNEdPro | Sustainable Cities Global Dr Virginie Zoumenou University of Maryland Eastern Shore Dr Yenory Hernández-Garbanzo Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Regional Summit Theme Leaders / Key Speakers Bijoya Bhattacharjee Amity University Ipshita Chakraborty CK Birla Hospital Jaydeep Chakraborty Calcutta Rescue Paromita Chowdhury Oak Foundation Dr Sabyasachi Ray Chairman, Association of Clinicians of India Sumona Mondal HOD, Dietetic & Nutrition, NSHM Soumyendu Ghosh Consultant Dietitian, Community Nutritionist, Diabetes Educator and Lifestyle Counselor Sudeshna Maitra Nag Peerless Hospital | Remedy Clinic Study Group Prof. Suprakash Pradhan Nurture Academy Welfare Trust | Prabhat Kumar College Key Speakers Alok Varma HCLFoundation Dr Biplab Kanti Nandi Former Senior Food and Nutrition Officer of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UN FAO) Dr Francesco Branca World Health Organization Prof Alexandra Johnstone Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen Prof Ananya Mukherjee VC of Shiv Nadar University Dr Annalisa Terranegra Investigator Precision Nutrition, Sidra Medicine Chhaya Bhanti TIGR2ESS FP6 | Vertiver Prof Chim Lang School of Medicine, University of Dundee Dr Gitanjali Yadav NIPGR Guillaume Pegon Action contre la Faim (Action Against Hunger) Prof Heena Bijli IGNOU Dr Jeffrie Quarsie PhD Candidate in Political Science School of Politics and International Relations Queen Mary University of London Dr John Ingram Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford Jordyn Stafford Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services Dr Julia McCartan Monash University Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Komal Srivastava Apollo Multispeciality Hospital Kuntalika Kumbhakar PRADAN Prof Lucia Scaffardi University of Parma Mahuya Karmakar Peerless Hospital Marla Fuchs University of Cambridge Marta Lonnie Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen Prof Mei Yen Chan Nazarbayev University School of Medicine Dr Monika Aggarwal Panjab University Management Studies Dr Pankaj Mittal Association of Indian Universities Dr Paola Termine HLPE-FSN Coordinator, FAO Dr Pubali Dhar University of Calcutta Paul Newnham SDG2 Advocacy Hub Rituraj Phukan Indigenous People's Climate Justice Forum | Smily Academy Rose Hastreiter L3C Learning & Leadership Roshni Kumar UCL Medical School Sandra Rosier Independent Advisor Selvarani Elahi LGC Group Dr Sofia Cavalleri RISTOLAB s.r.l. Dr Soumyabrata Ray Chaudhuri KPC Medical College & Hospital Souvik Chakraborty Certified Sports Nutritionist Prof Sukumar Mukherjee GD Hospital & Diabetes Institute Suparna Sengupta IQ City Hospital Suruchi Tiwari L3C Learning & Leadership Prof Sutapa Biswas Majee NSHM Tanit Iglesias Zayas Action contre la Faim (Action Against Hunger) Dr Thalia Sparling London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Dr Urmil Verma Lord Rana Foundation Charitable Trust Veronica Flores Bello Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education Prof Vidya Mohamed-Ali University College London Summit Contributions from NNEdPro & IANE Members and Regional Networks NNEdPro and IANE have over 850 members straddling the International Virtual Core and the International Collaborators Group , all of whom were invited to contribute to the Summit. NNEdPro and IANE also work with several Strategic Collaborative Partners , including academic institutions and specialist organisations. Leads from our 10 Regional Networks spanning over 78 countries also contributed directly to the shaping of the 2024 Summit events. Our Summit was also supported by our Youth Ambassadors . Theme Leaders & Speakers Abstracts Abstracts Submission Our call for abstracts is now closed. We have accepted abstracts that align with the theme of this year's Summit or any scientific topic related to food, nutrition and health. Abstracts relevant to the themed BMJ NPH Special Collections could also be submitted. Accepted abstracts will have the opportunity to be published in the open-source journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health . Previous Abstracts Key Information ABSTRACT VIRTUAL PRESENTATION AND COMPETITION T o deliver an engaging Summit experience for presenters and attendees, authors of accepted abstracts will be invited to submit a short video (3 to 5 minutes) presenting their work; this will be displayed on the website prior to the Summit. Accepted abstracts will also be asked to provide a poster of their work, which will be displayed at the venue and presented in person during the Summit. You must register for the Summit to have your abstract reviewed. You can submit up to 3 abstracts per registration. If your abstract is rejected and you no longer wish to attend the Summit, we will refund your registration fee minus a 25% administrative charge. IMPORTANT DATES Abstract Submission and Registration Deadline: Submissions are now closed Notification of Acceptance: 22nd November 2024 Video Submission Deadline: 29th November 2024 Poster Submission Deadline: 6th December 2024 Abstract Competition Winners Announcement: 20th December 2024 MINI LEARNING PROJECT Local students are invited to submit an A3 poster of a maximum of 150 words detailing their projects. Please submit your project to Debashis at d.chakraborty@nnedpro.org.uk . You can learn more here . IMPORTANT DATES Poster Submission and Registration Deadline: 30th November 2024 Notification of Acceptance: 7th December 2024 Abstract Competition Winners Announcement: 20th December 2024 World Food Forum Partnership We are thrilled to announce that the partnership between the NNEdPro Global Institute, our associate academy IANE, our esteemed journal, BMJ NPH , and the World Food Forum (WFF) hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) will continue for the 2024 NNEdPro-IANE International Summit on Food, Nutrition and Health. Following November 2023 the WFF global event in Rome, recipients of the WFF Transformative Research Challenge (TRC) awards were granted scholarships to join IANE. Additionally, the winning abstracts will be featured in the 2023 Summit Proceedings, which will be peer-reviewed and published in BMJ NPH. You can learn more about the event here . 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members Navigation Presidential Officers Board of Directors Operations Volunteers Interns International Virtual Core International Collaborators Regional Networks Academy (IANE) Network Ambassadors Network Alumni Network Interdisciplinary Project Teams Advisory & Steering Committees Special Interest Groups Members Index international Virtual Core The International Virtual Core is the central steering and delivery group of the NNEdPro Global Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health. The Virtual Core provides key input to all our projects and initiatives alongside the panels and committees that provide strategic oversight and governance across all our activities, including the Regional Networks (RNs) and the Special Interest Groups (SIGs). The staff within the Virtual Core form the Projects, Operations and Strategy Team (POST), which is more regularly involved in driving forward all projects and initiatives. The POST also works with several external consultants in the UK and local staff located in India. The Visiting Associates (voluntary members) of the Virtual Core bring key collaborations with multiple institutions and organisations as well as a diverse range of expertise as a think-tank. Several NNEdPro co-supervised research studentships are also hosted within the voluntary membership of the Virtual Core, and two graduate studies forum meetings are held each year. Periodically, we also host internships linked with the Virtual Core. A combined subset of remunerated and voluntary members currently serve on our Board of Directors in the capacities of either Assistant, Associate or Full Directors. A subgroup of directorial members are registered with UK Companies House as Persons with Significant Control (PSCs). Dr Alan Flanagan London, UK [Alinea Nutrition] Dr Ali Ahsan Khalid London, UK [Imperial College London] Ankita Ghosh Kolkata, India Asim Manna Kolkata, India [Remedy Clinic Study Group] **Berta Valente Porto, Portugal [Institute of Public Health of the University of Porto (ISPUP)] Dr Breanna Lepre Queensland, Australia [The University of Queensland & Mater Research Institute] **BrianÓg Murphy Coleraine, Northern Ireland [Ulster University] Dr Celia Laur Toronto, Canada [Women’s College Hospital and University of Toronto] Prof Clare Wall New Zealand [University of Auckland] Claudia Rodriguez Hernandez Puebla, Mexico [Iberoamericana Puebla University] Prof Daniela Martini Milan, Italy [University of Milan] Prof Daniele Del Rio Parma, Italy [University of Parma] Debashis Chakraborty Kolkata, India [Remedy Clinic Study Group] Dr Dionysia (Sissy) Lyra Dubai, UAE [International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (UAE)] Dr Dominic Crocombe London, UK [University College London] Dr Ebiambu Agwara Liverpool, UK [National Health Service (England)] Dr Federica Amati London, UK [Imperial College London] Francesco Giurdanella Bologna, Italy Prof Giuseppe Grosso Catania, Italy [University of Catania] Giuseppe Monaco Parma, Italy [University of Parma) Halima Jama Alberta, Canada [University of Alberta] **Jodie Webber Cambridge, UK [University of Cambridge] **Jorgen Johnsen Oslo, Norway [World Health Organisation] Kannan Raman Chennai, India [The Daily9} Kathy Martyn Brighton, UK [Brighton University] Lisa Sharkey Dubai, UAE [King's College Hospital Dubai] Dr Luke Buckner Reading, UK [National Health Service (England)] Dr Marjorie Lima do Vale Cambridge, UK [King's College London] Martin Kohlmeier North Carolina, USA [BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health] Matheus Abrantes São Paulo, Brazil Prof Mei Yen Chan Kazakhstan/Singapore [Nazarbayev University School of Medicine] **Melissa Adamski Melbourne, Australia [Monash University] Mercedes Zorrilla Tejeda Mexico City, Mexico [Tec de Monterrey] Dr Minha Rajput-Ray Dundee, UK [Curaidh Clinic Scotland] Dr Mohamad Farshard Aslam London, UK [Unity Six Ltd] Prof Pauline Douglas Ulster, UK [Ulster University] Dr Rajna Golubic Oxford, UK [University of Oxford] Dr Ramya Rajaram Manchester, UK [University of Dundee] Rauf Khalid London, UK Ravi Mohan Lal Dundee, Scotland [University of Dundee] **Roshni Kumar London, UK [UCL Medical School] Saeeda Ahmed Leeds, UK [Education Partnerships UK] Sally Ayyad London, UK [Sports Nutrition Training Programme, International Olympic Committee] Dr Samyyia Ashraf Cambridge, UK Sarah Anderson Cape Town, South Africa Sarah Armes London, UK [King's College London] Sento Kai Kargbo Boston, USA [Acumen, LLC] Shane McAuliffe Sydney, Australia [Chris O’Brien Lifehouse] Dr Shivani Bhat Toronto, Canada [National Health Service (England)] Dr Sofia Cavalleri Pollica, Italy [Co-founder RISTOLAB s.r.l.] Sonigitu Asibong Ekpe Calabar, Nigeria [Ministry of Environment (Nigeria)] Sucheta Mitra Bern, Switzerland [Bern University of Applied Sciences] Prof Sumantra Ray Cambridge/Dundee [University of Cambridge | Ulster University | Imperial College London] Suvetha Manoharan Dundee, Scotland [University of Dundee] Dr Tim Eden London, UK [NHS in England] **Veronica Flores Bello Monterrey, Mexico [Tec de Monterrey] **Wanja Nyaga Netherlands/Kenya [University of Utrecht] Harmanpreet Kaur Kolkata, India [Remedy Clinic Study Group] **Helena Trigueiro Brussels, Belgium [European Parliament] Holly Giles Reading, UK [University of Reading] Ingrid Fromm Bern, Switzerland [Bern University of Applied Sciences] James Bradfield London, UK [Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust] Janice Man Edmonton, Canada [BMJ NPH] Jaroslav Guzanic Luzern, Switzerland [Swiss Association for Cooperation on Food Education] Dr Jenneffer Braga Minas Gerais, Brazil [University of Alberta] Dr Jennifer Crowley Auckland, New Zealand [University of Auckland] Anchor 1 *On leave of absence. ** PhD Studentship. 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