Lightning talks: Niche expertise in nutrition - 10th International Congress of Nutritionists

LIGHTNING TALKS APPLICATION NICHE EXPERTISE IN NUTRITION

We invite nutrition professionals, clinicians, researchers, and industry experts from diverse fields within nutrition to submit their applications for the Lightning Talks session of the 10th International Congress of Nutritionists according to the guidelines stated below and through the following application form.

Video submission note: Please submit a shareable video link instead of uploading the video file directly through the form.

Lightning Talks application deadline is 30th June, 2026

Please note: At this stage, applicants are required to submit only the title, author information, short bio, abstract, and a short video introduction link. Presentation slides are not required at the time of application. If selected, speakers will later be invited to prepare their final presentation in the Lightning Talk format: 10 slides, 10 minutes, and 1 powerful idea.

10 slides, 10 minutes and 1 powerful idea are the Lightning talks.

We are looking for ideas that spark discussion, challenge norms, and bring real value to practice.

We are looking for you! So, show us who you are and what you got!

We invite nutrition professionals, clinicians, researchers, and industry experts from diverse fields within nutrition to take the stage in our Lightning Talks session — a dynamic format designed to showcase niche expertise, innovation, and fresh perspectives.

We welcome submissions that:

Present innovative or specialized areas of nutrition expertise
Offer practical applications or case-based insights
Reflect emerging trends, challenges, or interdisciplinary approaches
Show original research and/or development within the field of nutrition

What you need to submit now:

Title of the presentation
Author(s) and affiliation(s)
Short bio (max. 150 words)
Abstract (max. 300 words) outlining the topic and key message
Short video introduction link (up to 3 minutes) presenting the speaker and their topic in an informal and relaxed way

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

Science – evidence-based and credible
Surprise – originality and innovation
Style – clarity, energy, and communication

Selected speakers will receive:

Free registration
Conference stage in a high-visibility session
“Innovation Speaker” recognition
Promotion across conference channels

Selected speakers will be announced in early September, and will have free registration to the 10th International Congress of Nutritionists.

If selected, your final talk should follow the Lightning Talk format: 10 slides, 10 minutes, and 1 powerful idea.

Show us why the future of nutrition starts with your idea.

Step 1 of 4 - Submission details

Title(Required)

Max 250 characters.

Abstract text(Required)

One text paragraph, max 300 words, outlining the topic and key message.

Keywords(Required)

Enter 3 to 5 keywords, separated by commas.

Short video introduction link(Required)

Please provide a shareable link to your video (up to 3 minutes) presenting yourself and your topic in an informal and relaxed way, for example via WeTransfer.

Author's information(Required)

First Last

Institution(Required)

Department

Address(Required)

Street Address City Postal code Country

Email(Required)

Short bio(Required)

Max. 150 words.

Supporting publications

Croatian Journal of Food Science and Technology

Croatian Journal of Food Technology, Biotechnology and Nutrition