ECN eLearning Hub

This webinar provided early career researchers with essential insights into complex systems approaches to obesity. Led by Professor Harry Rutter, the session explored the importance of conceptualising obesity as a complex systems issue and its implications for evidence generation, public health action, and policy development. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of how a systems-based approach […]

This webinar provided early career researchers with essential insights into the pathophysiology of obesity. Led by Professor Alex Miras, Professor of Endocrinology at Ulster University and member of the NICE obesity management guidelines committee, the session explored the traditional perception of obesity, the scientific foundations of its causes, and strategies to communicate obesity as a […]

This webinar provided early career researchers with essential insights into epidemiology in obesity research. Led by Dr. Sarah Cuschieri, MD, PhD, PhD, the session covered the fundamentals of epidemiological study design, including cross-sectional, cohort, and case-control studies, highlighting their benefits, limitations, and practical applications. Attendees also gained a deeper understanding of how to apply these […]

This eLearning Hub webinar and journal club focussed on the importance of standardised terminology in obesity research and healthcare. Dr Jennifer Baker discussed EASO’s new taxonomy initiative, which provides a common language for obesity and a standardised and consistent framework for defining and classifying obesity. This 1-hour session featured an overview of taxonomy development, key […]

The EASO – Novo Nordisk Foundation New Investigator Awards are offered annually in four key areas: Basic Science, Clinical Research, Childhood Obesity and Public Health. Each Award includes a 300,000 DKK research grant (approximately €40,000) to fund new research in obesity. This 1-hour webinar features 2023 and 2024 EASO – Novo Nordisk Foundation New Investigator […]

Mr Ken Clare and Prof Louisa Ells (UK) defined the concept of public and patient involvement and engagement (PPIE) in obesity research and explored how PPIE enhances study design, relevance, and outcomes. ECN members gained insights into practical strategies and methods for incorporating PPIE into obesity research. Tips and suggestions for fostering meaningful collaboration and […]

Senior experts in public health, non-profit organisations and the pharmaceutical industry discussed their personal career journeys in the field of obesity which have taken them to positions outside of traditional academia. The expert panel gave insight into the key lessons they have learned throughout their careers and offered advice to the early career audience.

In this webinar, members of the ECN learned how to effectively engage scientific audiences and elevate research impact, with specific focus on obesity. Dr Baker gave advice to attendees on the development of compelling messaging tailored to scientific communities, including discussion of visual abstracts, posters, and oral presentations. Dr Baker covered the importance of storytelling […]