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4th International Congress on Hidden Hunger

Hidden Hunger and the Transformation of Food Systems: How to Combat the Double Burden of Malnutrition?

University of Hohenheim

Schloß Hohenheim 1, 70599

Stuttgart, Germany

February 27 to March 1, 2019

  • 8:30 – 5:30 pm (Europe/Berlin)
  • 2:30 – 11:30 am (US/Eastern)
  • 1:00 – 10:00 pm (Asia/Kolkata)
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IFPRI will participate in the 4th International Congress on Hidden Hunger, which brings together members of different disciplines, notably, nutritionists, agricultural scientists, economists, and sociologists to foster dialogue on combating the double burden of malnutrition.

 

The Congress will present new research findings on underlying causes and consequences, feature innovative strategies and discuss the roles and responsibilities of governments, development organizations, civil society and the private sector.

 

WELCOME AND OPENING 2

Hidden hunger and the Transformation of Food Systems: How to Combat the Double Burden of Malnutrition? (February 27 — 11:40am-12:00pm)

  • John McDermott, Director, CGIAR Research Program on Agriculture for Nutrition and Health, IFPRI

TOPIC 3 – SESSION 1: Policies and Strategies to Combat the Double Burden of Malnutrition

Strategies for Improving Dietary Quality (February 28 — 9:35am-9:55am)

  • Howarth Bouis, Institute Fellow and Interim CEO, HarvestPlus, IFPRI   

PARALLEL SESSIONS

The Double Benefit of Bio-Fortification: Prevention of Micronutrient Deficiencies and Potential Reduction of Metabolic Syndrome Through Reduced Oxidative Stress in at Risk Populations (March 1 — 2:40pm – 3:00pm)

  • Erick Boy, Head of Nutrition, HarvestPlus, IFPRI

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