Synopsis Lipids typically represent over one third of our dietary intake on the basis of energy content and yet are typically perceived by the general public as having a rather negative effect on our nutritional health and well-being. This conference will seek to explore the scientific basis behind the many beliefs, myths and paradigms that have come about in the last half century relating to lipid consumption and their effect on health. It will explore the key beneficial contributions that some minor fatty acids, present at relatively low levels in the typical European diet, make to human development and health maintenance.
The weekend before the conference will have Edinburgh hosting the Edinburgh marathon. We have timed the event so that, should they wish, delegates can go on to Reykjavik for the Nordic Lipids Forum Meeting which takes place from the 4th June.
Conference Highlights
Risk: This session will cover current science in relation to the health of the consumptions of saturated fats, trans fats and polyunsaturated fatty acids. It will also look at the relative risks of contaminants frequently found in commercial fats and oils, such as 2 MCPD, hexane, heavy metals and dioxin derivatives which will be assessed in relation to their nutritional contribution.
Reward: Beneficial aspects of Omega 3 fatty acid consumption with particular reference to cognitive development of children and including practical advice as to how they can be incorporated in the diet by reluctant recipients.
Revelation: The final session will look at the need for alternative sources of Omega 3 fatty acids due to issues such as fish stock decline. It will look at the incorporation of healthy lipids in new food products in Scotland. The bioavailability of healthy fatty acid will be reviewed.
Lastly, we will take a look at the relative contribution of dietary fats and refined sugars to the European obesity crisis.
Posters
There will be a poster session covering new research in the lipids and health area. The authors of the best posters judged by the organising committee will be invited to make 5 minute presentations during the lunch break on both days of the conference. Poster deadline ends Friday 2 October 2015. Abstracts should be one page and a maximum of 500 words. Email your poster abstract to nadine.cameron@soci.org
Exhibition and Sponsorship
Exhibition and sponsorship opportunities are available. The exhibition will take place across both days of the conference and will be a great opportunity to make contacts, network and promote your company. There are various levels of sponsorship/exhibition package to suit a range of budgets. Email nadine.cameron@soci.org for further details.
Delegate Fees
Early bird fees before Friday 2 October 2015
GB£275 ................................SCI Member
GB£100 ................................SCI Student Member
GB£175................................ SCI Subsidised Member
GB£375................................ Non-Member
Standard fees after Friday 2 October 2015
GB£330 ................................SCI Member
GB£120 ................................SCI Student Member
GB£210 ................................SCI Subsidised Member
GB£450 ................................Non-Member
The weekend before the conference will have Edinburgh hosting the Edinburgh marathon. We have timed the event so that, should they wish, delegates can go on to Reykjavik for the Nordic Lipids Forum Meeting which takes place from the 4th June.
Conference Highlights
Risk: This session will cover current science in relation to the health of the consumptions of saturated fats, trans fats and polyunsaturated fatty acids. It will also look at the relative risks of contaminants frequently found in commercial fats and oils, such as 2 MCPD, hexane, heavy metals and dioxin derivatives which will be assessed in relation to their nutritional contribution.
Reward: Beneficial aspects of Omega 3 fatty acid consumption with particular reference to cognitive development of children and including practical advice as to how they can be incorporated in the diet by reluctant recipients.
Revelation: The final session will look at the need for alternative sources of Omega 3 fatty acids due to issues such as fish stock decline. It will look at the incorporation of healthy lipids in new food products in Scotland. The bioavailability of healthy fatty acid will be reviewed.
Lastly, we will take a look at the relative contribution of dietary fats and refined sugars to the European obesity crisis.
Posters
There will be a poster session covering new research in the lipids and health area. The authors of the best posters judged by the organising committee will be invited to make 5 minute presentations during the lunch break on both days of the conference. Poster deadline ends Friday 2 October 2015. Abstracts should be one page and a maximum of 500 words. Email your poster abstract to nadine.cameron@soci.org
Exhibition and Sponsorship
Exhibition and sponsorship opportunities are available. The exhibition will take place across both days of the conference and will be a great opportunity to make contacts, network and promote your company. There are various levels of sponsorship/exhibition package to suit a range of budgets. Email nadine.cameron@soci.org for further details.
Delegate Fees
Early bird fees before Friday 2 October 2015
GB£275 ................................SCI Member
GB£100 ................................SCI Student Member
GB£175................................ SCI Subsidised Member
GB£375................................ Non-Member
Standard fees after Friday 2 October 2015
GB£330 ................................SCI Member
GB£120 ................................SCI Student Member
GB£210 ................................SCI Subsidised Member
GB£450 ................................Non-Member
