Nutrition 2019 Program

Join us in Baltimore for Nutrition 2019, an immersive education and networking experience for basic, translational, clinical and population scientists and practitioners.

Be inspired by and learn from the most influential leaders and the greatest minds in nutrition science.

Nutrition 2019 Schedule Planner

Nutrition 2019 will feature more than 100 sessions covering 6 tracks so you’ll get the knowledge and skills you need on the topics you want.

Explore the Nutrition 2019 scientific program and schedule on the Nutrition 2019 Schedule Planner!

New events are added as they are confirmed. We look forward to seeing you at Nutrition 2019!

Program Features

  • Scientific symposia and educational sessions organized around the following themes:
    • Cellular and Physiological Nutrition/ Metabolism
    • Clinical and Translational Nutrition
    • Global and Public Health Nutrition
    • Population Science
    • Food Science and Systems
  • Original research studies presented in oral and poster sessions; new in 2019, flash talks;
  • A From Research to Practice clinical track to review the latest science and practical applications – geared to health care providers
  • Special lectures and addresses delivered by some of the most recognized names in the field of nutrition; and
  • Invaluable networking opportunities.

Award Lectures

W.O. Atwater Memorial Lecture to recognize a scientist who has made unique contributions toward improving the diet and nutrition of people around the world in honor of Wilbur Olin Atwater (1844-1907), the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s first chief of nutrition investigations.

The Gilbert A. Leveille Lectureship and Award to honor outstanding research in nutrition science and food technology.

The Kellogg Prize for Lifetime Achievements in International Nutrition to honor lifetime achievements in international nutrition research to benefit populations in non-industrialized countries.

Suskind Pediatric Nutrition Lifetime Achievement Award Lecture to recognize a physician, clinician or investigator who has made a significant lifetime contribution to the field of pediatric nutrition.

More program highlights coming soon.

Special Events

Nutrition 2019 offers opportunities to meet and network with scientists and practitioners from around the globe. Make new friends and connections in an intimate environment you don’t get at any other event. You can:

  • Join hot-topic discussion sessions, mentoring activities and other special events hosted by the ASN’s sixteen Research Interest Sections and three Councils — vibrant scientific communities that are vital to advancing nutrition science.
  • Connect with fellow Students and Young Professionals at activities coordinated by ASN’s Student Interest Group and Early Career Nutrition Interest Group. Join in the Graduate Students Breakfast, Speed Mentoring, Students Meet the Fellows and other popular networking activities.
  • Network with faculty from nutrition, food science and other related biomedical sciences to share successes, challenges and innovations in undergraduate and graduate education. The annual Department Heads Breakfast is a popular event!

Other special events include:

  • Opening Reception
  • Emerging Leaders Poster Competition
  • Meet the ASN Journal Editors
  • Fellows, 50-Year Members and Past Presidents Luncheon
  • and more!

Continuing Education / Accreditation

Complete Continuing Education Information (PDF)

Accreditation Statement                                                             

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Eastern Virginia Medical School and The American Society for Nutrition.  Eastern Virginia Medical School is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation

Eastern Virginia Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.  Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Dietitian/Dietetic Technician Information

ASN designates this educational activity for a maximum of 23.5 CPEUs. Dietitians and dietetic technicians registered should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ASN (Provider #NS010) is accredited and approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a provider of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs for Registered Dietitians.

Activity Number: 148135
CPE Level 2

Click here to complete the Nutrition 2019 CPE Attestation and Evaluation.

Click here to download the CPE certificate.

Click here to complete the CPE Attestation and Evaluation for Nutrition 2019’s Practical Integration of Sports Science to Optimize Performance Nutrition.

Click here to download the CPE certificate for Nutrition 2019’s Practical Integration of Sports Science to Optimize Performance Nutrition.