The World Cancer Reasearch Fund/American Institute for Cancer Research launched on the 26 February 2009 their new report on "Policy and Action for Cancer Prevention".
This landmark policy report highlights that 45% of colon cancer cases and 38% of breast cancer cases in the US are preventable through diet, physical activity and weight maintenance.
The overall message of the report, is that all sections of society need to make public health, and cancer prevention in particular, a higher priority.
As part of the evidence-based report, thought to be the most comprehensive ever published on the subject, two independent teams of scientists systematically examined the evidence for how policy changes can influence the behaviors that affect cancer risk.
Following this, a panel of 23 world-renowned experts made a total of 48 recommendations, divided between nine different but often overlapping sectors of society – called “actor groups” in the report. These actor groups are: multinational bodies; civil society organizations; government; industry; media; schools; workplaces and institutions; health and other professionals; and people.
Among the recommendations:
* Governments should require widespread walking and cycling routes to encourage physical activity.
* Industry should give a higher priority for goods and services that encourage people to be active, particularly young people.
* The food and drinks industry should make public health an explicit priority at all stages of production.
* Schools should actively encourage physical activity and provide healthy food for children.
* Schools, workplaces and institutions should not have unhealthy foods available in vending machines.
* Health professionals should take a lead in giving the public information about public health, including cancer prevention.
* People should use independent nutrition guides and food labels to make sure the food they buy for their family is healthy.
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Friday, February 27, 2009
Pre-Congress Meeting on: "Health behaviour and status in European adolescents"
An ECO 2009 Pre-Congress Meeting on: "Health behaviour and status in European adolescents" will take place on May 6th, 2009 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Friday, February 20, 2009
Assistant Professor Sensory Science and Food Technology
Vacancy: AFSG 09-016
Place: Wageningen, Division of Human Nutrition
Position: Assistant Professor Sensory Science and Food Technology
The new chair of Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour is strategically positioned between the Division of Human Nutrition and the Product Design and Quality Management group (PDQ) of the cluster Food Technology of Wageningen University. The chair focuses on the role of sensory signals for food choice and food intake. Three scientific staff members can be appointed, an experimental psychologist, a food technologist, and a biologist. Together with the chair holder, these three persons form the nucleus of a new group on this exciting field
The area of research and teaching of this position concerns the sensory perception and preference of food items in relation to physical-chemical properties of foods.
Requirements:
We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher, a person that feels strong responsibility for setting up a research line and teaching programme within the domain of Sensory Science and Food Technology.
•PhD within the field of Food Technology and/or Flavour Chemistry
•Knowledge and expertise in sensory science with publications in relevant scientific journals
•Proven ability for acquisition of funding of scientific research
•Ambitious and enthusiastic scientist
•Excellent communication skills
•Team player with good sense of political environment
•Didactic qualities and enthusiasm for teaching and working with BSc, MSc and PhD students
Additional information about the Division of Human Nutrition can be obtained through:
http://www.hne.wur.nl/
Additional information about the Product Design and Quality Management Group can be obtained through: http://www.pdq.wur.nl/uk
Information:
Additional information can be obtained from the chair holder Prof Kees de Graaf, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, + 31 (0) 317 484451; E-mail address: Kees.deGraaf@wur.nl
Information on the position: Dhr. R. van Meegen, HRM, Agrotechnology and Food Sciences Group, tel. 0317-485466, e-mail rob.vanmeegen@wur.nl
Applications:
Your letter of application, including CV and the position number, can be sent within two weeks after publishing of the advertisement to: WUR-AFSG, HRM, Mrs. I. Lamers, PO Box 17, 6700 AA Wageningen, or e-mail to afsg-vacatures@wur.nl
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Place: Wageningen, Division of Human Nutrition
Position: Assistant Professor Sensory Science and Food Technology
The new chair of Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour is strategically positioned between the Division of Human Nutrition and the Product Design and Quality Management group (PDQ) of the cluster Food Technology of Wageningen University. The chair focuses on the role of sensory signals for food choice and food intake. Three scientific staff members can be appointed, an experimental psychologist, a food technologist, and a biologist. Together with the chair holder, these three persons form the nucleus of a new group on this exciting field
The area of research and teaching of this position concerns the sensory perception and preference of food items in relation to physical-chemical properties of foods.
Requirements:
We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher, a person that feels strong responsibility for setting up a research line and teaching programme within the domain of Sensory Science and Food Technology.
•PhD within the field of Food Technology and/or Flavour Chemistry
•Knowledge and expertise in sensory science with publications in relevant scientific journals
•Proven ability for acquisition of funding of scientific research
•Ambitious and enthusiastic scientist
•Excellent communication skills
•Team player with good sense of political environment
•Didactic qualities and enthusiasm for teaching and working with BSc, MSc and PhD students
Additional information about the Division of Human Nutrition can be obtained through:
http://www.hne.wur.nl/
Additional information about the Product Design and Quality Management Group can be obtained through: http://www.pdq.wur.nl/uk
Information:
Additional information can be obtained from the chair holder Prof Kees de Graaf, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, + 31 (0) 317 484451; E-mail address: Kees.deGraaf@wur.nl
Information on the position: Dhr. R. van Meegen, HRM, Agrotechnology and Food Sciences Group, tel. 0317-485466, e-mail rob.vanmeegen@wur.nl
Applications:
Your letter of application, including CV and the position number, can be sent within two weeks after publishing of the advertisement to: WUR-AFSG, HRM, Mrs. I. Lamers, PO Box 17, 6700 AA Wageningen, or e-mail to afsg-vacatures@wur.nl
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Assistant Professor Sensory Science and Experimental Psychology
Vacancy: AFSG 09-015
Place: Wageningen, Division of Human Nutrition
Position: Assistant Professor Sensory Science and Experimental Psychology
Job description:
The new chair of Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour is strategically positioned between the Division of Human Nutrition and the Product Design and Quality Management group (PDQ) of the cluster Food Technology of Wageningen University. The chair focuses on the role of sensory signals for food choice and food intake. Three scientific staff members can be appointed, an experimental psychologist, a food technologist, and a biologist. Together with the chair holder, these three persons form the nucleus of a new group on this exciting field.
The area of research and teaching for this position concerns the formation of the sensory perception of and preferences for foods. One of the current biggest scientific challenges for the field of sensory science and psychology is the understanding of the psychological mechanisms that are important in the dynamics of food preferences and aversions after repeated exposure to foods. This understanding yields tools that help to design “healthy” foods, that stay attractive after repeated exposure.
Requirements:
We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher, a person that feels strong responsibility for setting up a research line and teaching programme within the domain of Sensory Science and Psychology.
• PhD within the field of Experimental and/or Physiological Psychology
• Knowledge and expertise in sensory science with publications in relevant scientific journals
• Proven ability for acquisition of funding of scientific research
• experience with neuro-imaging is appreciated
• Ambitious and enthusiastic scientist
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with good sense of political environment
• Didactic qualities and enthusiasm for teaching and working with BSc, MSc and PhD students
Additional information about the Division of Human Nutrition can be obtained through:
http://www.hne.wur.nl/
Additional information about the Product Design and Quality Management Group can be obtained through: http://www.pdq.wur.nl/uk
Information:
Additional information can be obtained from the chair holder Prof Kees de Graaf, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, + 31 (0) 317 484451; E-mail address: Kees.deGraaf@wur.nl
Information on the position: Dhr. R. van Meegen, HRM, Agrotechnology and Food Sciences Group, tel. 0317-485466, e-mail rob.vanmeegen@wur.nl
Applications:
Your letter of application, including CV and the position number, can be sent within two weeks after publishing of the advertisement to: WUR-AFSG, HRM, Mrs. I. Lamers, PO Box 17, 6700 AA Wageningen, or e-mail to afsg-vacatures@wur.nl
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Place: Wageningen, Division of Human Nutrition
Position: Assistant Professor Sensory Science and Experimental Psychology
Job description:
The new chair of Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour is strategically positioned between the Division of Human Nutrition and the Product Design and Quality Management group (PDQ) of the cluster Food Technology of Wageningen University. The chair focuses on the role of sensory signals for food choice and food intake. Three scientific staff members can be appointed, an experimental psychologist, a food technologist, and a biologist. Together with the chair holder, these three persons form the nucleus of a new group on this exciting field.
The area of research and teaching for this position concerns the formation of the sensory perception of and preferences for foods. One of the current biggest scientific challenges for the field of sensory science and psychology is the understanding of the psychological mechanisms that are important in the dynamics of food preferences and aversions after repeated exposure to foods. This understanding yields tools that help to design “healthy” foods, that stay attractive after repeated exposure.
Requirements:
We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher, a person that feels strong responsibility for setting up a research line and teaching programme within the domain of Sensory Science and Psychology.
• PhD within the field of Experimental and/or Physiological Psychology
• Knowledge and expertise in sensory science with publications in relevant scientific journals
• Proven ability for acquisition of funding of scientific research
• experience with neuro-imaging is appreciated
• Ambitious and enthusiastic scientist
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with good sense of political environment
• Didactic qualities and enthusiasm for teaching and working with BSc, MSc and PhD students
Additional information about the Division of Human Nutrition can be obtained through:
http://www.hne.wur.nl/
Additional information about the Product Design and Quality Management Group can be obtained through: http://www.pdq.wur.nl/uk
Information:
Additional information can be obtained from the chair holder Prof Kees de Graaf, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, + 31 (0) 317 484451; E-mail address: Kees.deGraaf@wur.nl
Information on the position: Dhr. R. van Meegen, HRM, Agrotechnology and Food Sciences Group, tel. 0317-485466, e-mail rob.vanmeegen@wur.nl
Applications:
Your letter of application, including CV and the position number, can be sent within two weeks after publishing of the advertisement to: WUR-AFSG, HRM, Mrs. I. Lamers, PO Box 17, 6700 AA Wageningen, or e-mail to afsg-vacatures@wur.nl
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Assistant professor Sensory Science and (Neuro-)biology
Vacancy number: AFSG 09-014
Place: Wageningen, Division of Human Nutrition
Position: Assistant professor Sensory Science and (Neuro-)biology
The new chair of Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour is strategically positioned between the Division of Human Nutrition and the Product Design and Quality Management group (PDQ) of the cluster Food Technology of Wageningen University. The chair focuses on the role of sensory signals for food choice and food intake. Three scientific staff members can be appointed, an experimental psychologist, a food technologist, and a biologist. Together with the chair holder, these three persons form the nucleus of a new group on this exciting field.
The area of research and teaching for this position concerns the (neuro)biology of sensory and metabolic signals that are involved in the regulation of food choice and food intake. One of the current biggest scientific challenges for the field of sensory science and (neuro-)biology is the understanding of the representation in the brain of food perception and food reward. This understanding yields tools to develop “healthy” attractive foods. For example, within the context of a current research project we work on the identification of taste and aroma profiles that induce satiation.
Requirements:
We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher, a person that feels strong responsibility for setting up a research line and teaching programme within the domain of Sensory Science and (neuro) Biology.
• PhD within the field of Physiology , Neuro-endocrinology, and/or Neurobiology
• Knowledge, expertise with respect the regulation of food intake and/or sensory science with publications in relevant scientific journals
• Proven ability for acquisition of funding of scientific research
• experience with neuro-imaging is appreciated
• Ambitious and enthusiastic scientist
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with good sense of political environment
• Didactic qualities and enthusiasm for teaching and working with BSc, MSc and PhD students
Additional information about the Division of Human Nutrition can be obtained through:
http://www.hne.wur.nl/
Additional information about the Product Design and Quality Management Group can be obtained through: http://www.pdq.wur.nl/uk
Information:
Additional information can be obtained from the chair holder Prof Kees de Graaf, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, + 31 (0) 317 484451; E-mail address: Kees.deGraaf@wur.nl
Information on the position: Dhr. R. van Meegen, HRM, Agrotechnology and Food Sciences Group, tel. 0317-485466, e-mail rob.vanmeegen@wur.nl
Applications:
Your letter of application, including CV and the position number, can be sent within two weeks after publishing of the advertisement to: WUR-AFSG, HRM, Mrs. I. Lamers, PO Box 17, 6700 AA Wageningen, or e-mail to afsg-vacatures@wur.nl
Comments on this post?
Place: Wageningen, Division of Human Nutrition
Position: Assistant professor Sensory Science and (Neuro-)biology
The new chair of Sensory Science and Eating Behaviour is strategically positioned between the Division of Human Nutrition and the Product Design and Quality Management group (PDQ) of the cluster Food Technology of Wageningen University. The chair focuses on the role of sensory signals for food choice and food intake. Three scientific staff members can be appointed, an experimental psychologist, a food technologist, and a biologist. Together with the chair holder, these three persons form the nucleus of a new group on this exciting field.
The area of research and teaching for this position concerns the (neuro)biology of sensory and metabolic signals that are involved in the regulation of food choice and food intake. One of the current biggest scientific challenges for the field of sensory science and (neuro-)biology is the understanding of the representation in the brain of food perception and food reward. This understanding yields tools to develop “healthy” attractive foods. For example, within the context of a current research project we work on the identification of taste and aroma profiles that induce satiation.
Requirements:
We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher, a person that feels strong responsibility for setting up a research line and teaching programme within the domain of Sensory Science and (neuro) Biology.
• PhD within the field of Physiology , Neuro-endocrinology, and/or Neurobiology
• Knowledge, expertise with respect the regulation of food intake and/or sensory science with publications in relevant scientific journals
• Proven ability for acquisition of funding of scientific research
• experience with neuro-imaging is appreciated
• Ambitious and enthusiastic scientist
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with good sense of political environment
• Didactic qualities and enthusiasm for teaching and working with BSc, MSc and PhD students
Additional information about the Division of Human Nutrition can be obtained through:
http://www.hne.wur.nl/
Additional information about the Product Design and Quality Management Group can be obtained through: http://www.pdq.wur.nl/uk
Information:
Additional information can be obtained from the chair holder Prof Kees de Graaf, Division of Human Nutrition, Wageningen University, + 31 (0) 317 484451; E-mail address: Kees.deGraaf@wur.nl
Information on the position: Dhr. R. van Meegen, HRM, Agrotechnology and Food Sciences Group, tel. 0317-485466, e-mail rob.vanmeegen@wur.nl
Applications:
Your letter of application, including CV and the position number, can be sent within two weeks after publishing of the advertisement to: WUR-AFSG, HRM, Mrs. I. Lamers, PO Box 17, 6700 AA Wageningen, or e-mail to afsg-vacatures@wur.nl
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Monday, February 16, 2009
PhD studentships in Cardiovascular Epidemiology
Applications are invited from UK/EU nationals* for two PhD studentships hosted at the University of Cambridge in conjunction with GlaxoSmithKline.
Applicants will require a 2:1 degree or higher in a related quantitative subject. Support includes an annual MRC/GSK stipend (minimum £18,290), PhD registration fees at UK/EU student rate, research expenses and some travel costs.
*Before applying, check here your eligibility under MRC residency requirements
For further information contact Adam Butterworth at: asb38@medschl.cam.ac.uk
Application details are available here
Closing date: Friday 27th February
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Applicants will require a 2:1 degree or higher in a related quantitative subject. Support includes an annual MRC/GSK stipend (minimum £18,290), PhD registration fees at UK/EU student rate, research expenses and some travel costs.
*Before applying, check here your eligibility under MRC residency requirements
For further information contact Adam Butterworth at: asb38@medschl.cam.ac.uk
Application details are available here
Closing date: Friday 27th February
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Post-doctoral fellowship in Life Course Epidemiology
Opportunity for a post-doctoral fellowship in Life Course Epidemiology that is being jointly sponsored by the National Institute on Aging at the NIH and the Medical Research Council Unit for Lifelong Health and Ageing (LHA) in the U.K.
This fellowship provides the trainee the opportunity to utilize one of the leading life course epidemiologic research studies in the world and to train with mentors who have extensive experience doing this kind of research.
Suitable candidates for this fellowship should have a PhD or an MD with an MPH or MS with training in epidemiology, demography or a related field. To qualify, their most recent degree should have been conferred in the past five years.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a CV to Jack.Guralnik@nih.gov or write to Dr. Jack Guralnik at the address listed above.
Deadline for applications: March 31, 2009.
More information here
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This fellowship provides the trainee the opportunity to utilize one of the leading life course epidemiologic research studies in the world and to train with mentors who have extensive experience doing this kind of research.
Suitable candidates for this fellowship should have a PhD or an MD with an MPH or MS with training in epidemiology, demography or a related field. To qualify, their most recent degree should have been conferred in the past five years.
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a CV to Jack.Guralnik@nih.gov or write to Dr. Jack Guralnik at the address listed above.
Deadline for applications: March 31, 2009.
More information here
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Wednesday, February 11, 2009
PhD opportunities in a leading department - University of Bristol
Four studentships will be available in October 2009, to outstanding and highly motivated science graduates, with good honours or Masters degrees in relevant disciplines, wishing to pursue a career in molecular, genetic or lifecourse epidemiology.
More information available here
MRC funded Centre for Causal Analyses in Translational Research (CAiTE)
4 year PhD studentships with a specific focus on causal analyses and translational epidemiology are available through the MRC funded Centre for Causal Analyses in Translational Research (CAiTE), which is also based in the Department of Social Medicine.
The programmes provide broadly based research training in molecular and clinical epidemiology, molecular and statistical genetics, bioinformatics and genetic laboratory skills. The initial year of training in each Programme involves seminars, taught modules and short projects with researchers attached to each of the Programmes’ themes. Students can then make an informed choice of their main PhD project and supervisor.
Tuition fees at the rate applicable to Home (EU) students are provided by the Wellcome Trust and MRC in support of the 4-year PhD Programmes. Overseas applicants (for Wellcome only) must be in confirmed receipt of an Overseas Research Scholarship award to cover the shortfall in funding.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 6th March 2009.
For further details about the Wellcome Trust or the MRC CAiTE studentships, potential topics and supervisors, and for application forms, contact: Susie Potts, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road, Bristol BS8 2PS (0117 928 7274). Email susie.potts@bristol.ac.uk
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More information available here
MRC funded Centre for Causal Analyses in Translational Research (CAiTE)
4 year PhD studentships with a specific focus on causal analyses and translational epidemiology are available through the MRC funded Centre for Causal Analyses in Translational Research (CAiTE), which is also based in the Department of Social Medicine.
The programmes provide broadly based research training in molecular and clinical epidemiology, molecular and statistical genetics, bioinformatics and genetic laboratory skills. The initial year of training in each Programme involves seminars, taught modules and short projects with researchers attached to each of the Programmes’ themes. Students can then make an informed choice of their main PhD project and supervisor.
Tuition fees at the rate applicable to Home (EU) students are provided by the Wellcome Trust and MRC in support of the 4-year PhD Programmes. Overseas applicants (for Wellcome only) must be in confirmed receipt of an Overseas Research Scholarship award to cover the shortfall in funding.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 6th March 2009.
For further details about the Wellcome Trust or the MRC CAiTE studentships, potential topics and supervisors, and for application forms, contact: Susie Potts, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road, Bristol BS8 2PS (0117 928 7274). Email susie.potts@bristol.ac.uk
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
"The World is Fat" - New book by Barry Popkin
Interesting reading on dietary evolution, the obesity epidemic, role of food industry, and the role of government.
More information available here
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Friday, February 6, 2009
Obesity and the Economy : From Crisis to Opportunity
Interesting article/ comentary published in the Journal of the American (JAMA. 2009;301(5):533-535), abstract pasted below
David S. Ludwig, MD, PhD; Harold A. Pollack, PhD
"The onset of a major recession places the economic correlates of obesity into sharp relief. Even in good economic times, obesity imposes great financial burden on society in the form of higher medical costs and lower worker productivity. The economic downturn can be expected to reduce nutrition quality and physical activity, worsening obesity prevalence when society is least able to bear the escalating financial burden. Yet this crisis also offers unprecedented opportunity. The economic stimulus under consideration in Washington could help launch a comprehensive national obesity initiative with immediate public health benefits, while laying the foundations for economic well-being into the 21st century."
David S. Ludwig, MD, PhD; Harold A. Pollack, PhD
"The onset of a major recession places the economic correlates of obesity into sharp relief. Even in good economic times, obesity imposes great financial burden on society in the form of higher medical costs and lower worker productivity. The economic downturn can be expected to reduce nutrition quality and physical activity, worsening obesity prevalence when society is least able to bear the escalating financial burden. Yet this crisis also offers unprecedented opportunity. The economic stimulus under consideration in Washington could help launch a comprehensive national obesity initiative with immediate public health benefits, while laying the foundations for economic well-being into the 21st century."
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