News & Links2017 Board of Directors Election ResultsMeyer, Ramsden, and Smuts re-elected for a second term of office. Read MoreDSM Science and Technology AwardDSM Science and Technology Awards: We are delighted that again this year DSM have decided to make these awards for research in the field of fatty acids and lipids and to hold the awards ceremony at the ISSFAL 2016 Congress in South Africa! Read MoreISSFAL 2016 Congress Website Live! Join us in South Africa, 5-9 September 2016Read MoreISSFAL REGIONAL CONFERENCE, TAIWAN, 20-21 October 2015The 5th Mind-Body Interface (MBI) International Symposium, held on Oct. 20 to 21, 2015 at China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan Read MoreHeart UK "Lipids and Community" Conference September 2015, de Havilland campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, UKThe conference for medical, scientific, healthcare, student and patient attendees with an interest in lipids, atherosclerosis, cholesterol conditions, cardiovascular disease and nutrition. ‘Lipids in the Community’ Wednesday 16 – Friday 18 September 2015 de Havilland campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, UK Read MoreThe Lipids Group of the SCI (Society of Chemical Industry) Conference - London, 16-17 November 2015The Lipids Group of the SCI (Society of Chemical Industry) to hold conference in London, 16-17 November 2015 Read MoreSpecial Statement from President Susan CarlsonA special closing statement from outgoing ISSFAL President, Susan Carlson. Read MoreISSFAL Announces CME Course on Lipids and Cardiovascular DiseaseRead MoreThe Journées Chevreul, Lipids & Brain III 2015 in Paris on 16-18 March, 2015French Society for the Study of Lipids (SFEL) and Society for Chemistry in Industry (SCI) announces The Journées Chevreul, Lipids & Brain III 2015 in Paris on 16-18 March, 2015. Read MoreOmega-3 Fats May Reduce Risk of Gastrointestinal DiseasesOmega-3 Fats May Reduce Risk of Gastrointestinal Diseases Read MoreOmega-3 Fats May Significantly Reduce Damage from StrokeOmega-3 Fats May Significantly Reduce Damage from Stroke Read MoreOmega-3 Fats Critical to Brain Health After Traumatic Injury and SurgerySTOCKHOLM – The omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) found in seafood and marine oils called EPA and DHA may offer a simple, affordable way to reduce the effects of traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries by decreasing inflammation and nerve cell damage. Read MoreISSFAL Congress Features Latest Health Research on Dietary FatsGetting the right types of fat in the diet is equally if not more important than the amount. Read More2014 Early Career Award: Dr. Alexander BartleltRead MoreKarolinska Institute Lipid Seminar at ISSFAL 2014Read MoreISSFAL Co-Sponsorsed Satellite on DHA/EPA Omega-3 for Health Symposium: Update 2014Read MoreISSFAL 2014 Congress to offer two exciting, new opportunities for New InvestigatorsRead More2014 Congress Registration OpenWe are delighted to announce the opening of registration for the 11th ISSFAL International Congress in Stockholm 28 June – 2nd July. Read More2014 Congress Abstracts Deadline Extended to FebruaryIn order to ensure the most up to date findings are available for presentation at the Stockholm Congress the deadline for abstract submission has been extended to February 14th, 2014. Read MoreTom Brenna (ISSFAL President Elect) named one of 15 nationally (USA) recognized experts to serve on the U.S. 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.Tom Brenna (ISSFAL President Elect) named one of 15 nationally (USA) recognized experts to serve on the U.S. 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. Read MoreNobel Laureate to address ISSFAL 2014 Stockholm CongressRead More2013 Board and Officer Candidate StatementsThe composition of the Board is going to change in the New Year; elections will be held in January to replace the two board members that will step down in March. Read More‘E-Learning‘ initiative from the Early Nutrition eAcademyNew ‘E-Learning‘ initiative from the Early Nutrition eAcademy supported by the European Commission and established in collaboration with the European Society of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) Read MoreCall for Nominations - 2013 Board and Officer PositionsMarch 2013 will see another round of elections as Board and Executive members reach the end of their terms of office. Read More2012 Congress Abstracts OnlineAbstracts and the final Program from the 2012 Annual Congress in Vancouver are now online. Click here. Read MorePLEFA Impact Factor increases 103%103.7% increase in the Impact Factor for Prostaglandins, Leukotrines & Essential Fatty Acids the official journal of ISSFAL. Read More2012 NEW INVESTIGATOR AWARDEESWe are pleased to announce the 2012 New Investigator Award Recipients. Read MoreDR ROBERT GIBSON TO RECEIVE 2012 ALEXANDER LEAF AWARDHighest Honor from the International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids (ISSFAL) to be presented at 2012 Biennial Congress in Vancouver, May 28 Read MorePresident Elect and Board of Directors Election Results (Updated)Tom Brenna, from Cornell University set to become ISSFAL President-Elect. Read More2012 Board Election Announcement2012 Board Election ballots have been sent for the Board of Directors and President-Elect candidates. Voting open. Read MoreVancouver 2012 Registration Now OpenRead MoreCandidates for ISSFAL Board of Directors Announced, Election to be held in FebruaryThe 2012 Candidates for the ISSFAL Board of Directors and President-Elect have been announced, view their candidate statements prior to the February election. Read MoreCall for Nominations - 2012 Board of DirectorsRead MoreCall for Abstracts - Vancouver 2012Abstracts due December 9, 2011! Read MoreSociety Matters September 2011In This Issue • Updated Information about Vancouver 2012 • Call for Abstracts - Vancouver 2012 • Latest ISSFAL PLEFA Newsletter Read MoreCall for Nominations - President ElectThe President Elect sits as a member of the Executive Committee of ISSFAL for a period of three years, and then in the normal course of events for two further periods of three years as President and Past President. Nominations, or requests for further information, should be addressed to Peter Clough, Honorary Secretary and sent to him by email at [email protected] Read MoreSave the Date for Vancouver 201210th congress of the International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids & Lipids / The Westin Bayshore Vancover, Canada Read MoreBoard and Executive Committee Minutes now available to membersIn a move designed to encourage greater transparency within the Society, the minutes of meetings of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors from the Maastricht meetings onwards will be available for logged-in members to read. Read MoreNew Era in the SocietyAt the end of June Ray (and his Kingfisher!) retired as Secretary/Treasurer after 12 years. Read More |