Nutrition Winter School 2026: Health, Diet and the Microbiota

The goal of the Nutrition Winter School is to gather early-career researchers and experienced scientists from various backgrounds to enjoy scientific lectures and fruitful discussions under the magical atmosphere of Lapland.

The program is designed to cover the topics from different perspectives: from basic science to the latest advances in the field of gut microbiota in health and disease. Additionally, we will delve into current discussions on food structure and explore new types of food sources and their effects on health.

Join us for an enriching experience that combines cutting-edge science with the magical charm of the Arctic!

Confirmed Speakers

Professor Perttu Arkkila, Helsinki University Hospital, Finland
Professor Philip Calder, University of Southampton, United Kingdom
Professor Gerald Clarke, University College Cork, Ireland
Professor Karl-Heinz Herzig, University of Oulu, Finland
Dr. Richard Forsgård, Grant Writer, Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK), Finland
Dr. Emilia Nordlund, Research Manager, VTT, Finland
Professor Anne-Maria Pajari, University of Helsinki
Dr. Julia Rode, Örebro University, Sweden
Docent Anne Salonen, University of Helsinki, Finland
Associate Professor Filip Scheperjans, Helsinki University Hospital Neurocenter, Finland
Adjunt Professor, Anu Turpeinen, Nutrition Research manager, Valio Ltd, Finland
Professor Stine Ulven, University of Oslo, Norway

The Programme is under construction! Changes are possible.

Visit our website for the latest updates and programme. https://www.helsinki.fi/en/conferences/nutrition-winter-school-2026