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Or read the pdf below.

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Or read the pdf below.

Webinar co-hosted by ISBNPA’s Cancer Prevention and Management SIG, SBM’s Cancer SIG and UKSBM

Title:

Improving Survivorship Outcomes in AYAs Diagnosed with Cancer and the Complementary Role of Physical Activity and Nutrition

When:

October 14, 2026, 14:00 UTC

Who:

Speakers:

Erin Coffman, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Cancer Prevention and Control Training (CAPACiTy) Program
Department of Implementation Science
Wake Forest University School of Medicine

Kate Law, PhD
Research Fellow and Pediatric Nurse Specialist
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Honorary Research Associate
University of Manchester

Moderators:

Emily Hill, PhD, RDN
Assistant Professor
University of Colorado Anschutz
University of Colorado Cancer Center

Alyssa Fenech, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Massachusetts General Hospital

Abstract

This webinar will explore how physical activity and nutrition can work together to enhance health, quality of life, and survivorship outcomes in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) diagnosed with cancer. Drawing on emerging evidence and clinical experience, speakers will discuss how physical activity and dietary strategies can help manage treatment‑related side effects, support physical and mental well‑being, and reduce long‑term health risks in this population. The session will also highlight practical, age‑appropriate approaches to integrating movement and healthy eating into survivorship care, considering the unique developmental, social, and psychosocial needs of AYAs.

Registration:

Please register to this webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H7vexVzaTdKGl0I3E-QabQ

What is a paper you recently published? What excited you about the question you answered?

I recently submitted a protocol paper and currently working on the main paper of a realist synthesis which investigates interventions to support healthy movement behaviours among preschool children in early childhood education and care settings. As interventions targeting young children’s movement behaviours are highly complex, there is a significant need to identify and understand the underlying causal mechanisms that occur in effect intervention programmes. The final paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview into the contextual factors that trigger specific mechanisms that enable the success of movement behaviour interventions conducted within early education settings. The process of a realist synthesis involves the development of a programme theory which highlights effective Context-Mechanism-Outcome configurations. The COM-B model, BCT Taxonomy, and the Theory and Techniques Tool will provide a conceptual framework to develop the final programme theory and CMO configurations to better understand behaviour change interventions and their underlying mechanisms of action. Findings will identify appropriate strategies to inform the development, adaptation, and implementation of current and future policy intervention and design. I am interested in this area of research as there is limited understanding of how, why, and under what contexts do these interventions effectively change behaviour. Developing understanding into which mechanisms operate in different contexts is essential for the development of effective evidence-informed interventions to provide practical recommendations for educators and policymakers with the hope to improve children’s movement behaviours.

Check out Hollie’s new work here: https://osf.io/preprints/psyarxiv/vk92r_v1

How would you describe your program of research and its significance?

I was drawn to a career in research because it offers the opportunity to continually learn and develop and contribute to advancing knowledge. Working alongside my supervisors and other researchers allows me to refine my research skills and grow as a researcher. I find research itself to be particularly rewarding and motivating as it has the potential to generate evidence that informs policy and practice within early childhood education settings to ultimately support healthier movement behaviours, promote child development, and improve outcomes for young children.

What is a project you’re working on right now that you’re excited about?

I am currently working on a paper with the SUNRISE team which examines the recruitment strategies used and barriers encountered across participating countries during study recruitment. The SUNRISE study aims to determine the proportion of children who meet the WHO Global 24-hr Movement Guidelines for the Early Years with 1000 children participating from each country. However, as global surveillance studies and the early childhood population introduce complexities which should be considered during recruitment, many countries have faced many challenges which has impacted recruitment rates. Therefore, the paper aims to identify barriers and facilitators of study recruitment, explore how these may impact recruitment rates, and examine whether differences in recruitment rates appear across regional and income-levels. Findings of the paper will synthesis lessons learned from SUNRISE to provide guidance and evidence-based recommendations to support participant recruitment in future large-scale health surveillance research.

What is a challenge have you faced as an early career researcher? (And how did you overcome it?)

The biggest challenge I have faced in my research has been participant recruitment when recruiting ECE settings along with parents and children. I initially expected recruitment to be a simple process, however, recruitment is inherently unpredictable and despite careful planning this process was harder and slower than anticipated. Throughout the process I often questioned my abilities in being a researcher. Reflecting on this experience alongside my research with the SUNRISE countries, I have recognised that these challenges are a universal experience. Although I am still trying to overcome the challenges of recruitment, the experience has strengthened my resilience and has provided me with the opportunity to reflect, adapt, and refine my approach by applying the lessons I have learned from both my own experience and from my findings from my research with SUNRISE.

Interested in connecting with Hollie? Learn more about her work here.

Food for Thought: From Evidence to Economics in Dietary Mental Health Care

When:

September 15, 2026, 23:00 UTC (September 16, 2026, 09:00 AEST)

Who:

Speakers:

Dr. Scott Teasdale, The University of New South Wales

Professor Adrienne O’Neil, Deakin University

Associate Professor Alison Hayes, The University of Sydney

Moderators:

Dr. Nicola Gillies, University of Auckland

Dr. Natalie Lister, The University of Sydney

Abstract

Save the date. On Wednesday 16 September, 9am AEST, the MH&W SIG is hosting a webinar tracing the full arc of dietary interventions for mental health, from population-level evidence through to the practicalities of implementation and the economic case for investment.

The session is designed to offer practical insight into the barriers and enablers of embedding dietary change in mental health settings. Dr Scott Teasdale will cover the major international evidence syntheses that have shaped how diet is now understood as a modifiable determinant of mental health. We will then hear from Professor Adrienne O’Neil on what happens when this evidence meets real-world practice: intervention and implementation findings from the CALM non-inferiority trial and the next steps for embedding these interventions into service delivery. Finally, we will take a look at the economic value proposition for those working in policy or health economics, hearing from Associate Professor Alison Hayes who will unpack the cost-effectiveness case for dietary interventions and what it takes to get them onto the radar of health systems and funders.

Registration:

Please register to this webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_33kcazbiSpqPux9MZ0SXLQ

Interviewer: What sessions, presentations, or topics stood out most to you, and why?

BM: The topics that stood out most to me were related to food environments, health promotion, and health equity. These sessions highlighted the broader contextual factors that influence maternal and child health, as well as the health of other underserved populations. I especially appreciated learning how researchers around the world are addressing these topics through diverse, interdisciplinary approaches tailored to their local contexts.

Interviewer: Did anything you learned influence how you’re thinking about your current research or future work?

BM: Attending ISBNPA has broadened my perspective on Food Is Medicine by exposing me to projects across the United States and around the world. The integration of clinical, behavioral, and policy considerations demonstrated how interventions can be translated into sustainable, real-world programs.

Interviewer: How did you approach networking at the conference?

BM: I made networking a priority by signing up for the Network of Early Career Researchers and Students of ISBNPA (NESI) Workshop, followed by the NESI Social event. These were great opportunities to connect with other doctoral students and early-career researchers with shared interests and diverse perspectives. I also utilized the poster presentation viewings as a chance to exchange ideas and begin conversations that continued throughout the conference.

Interviewer: What networking tactics would you recommend to other students?

BM: One tip I’d recommend is exchanging email addresses or connecting on LinkedIn. It’s a great way to stay in touch, follow each other’s research, and celebrate future milestones. I’d also encourage students to take advantage of other informal networking opportunities, whether it’s attending morning yoga classes, sunrise runs, or chatting over coffee breaks between sessions.

Interviewer: What advice would you give to other PhD students attending ISBNPA for the first time?

BM: One of my biggest takeaways was that supporting healthy dietary and physical activity behaviors requires a multi-faceted approach. Improving these health behaviors involves more than policy and regulatory action; it also requires understanding human behavior to design effective behavior change strategies and leverage digital innovations that support healthier choices. This broader perspective will inform how I think about the design, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition interventions.

The paper titled “Urban Indian young adults’ perceptions of a healthy lifestyle and its associated factors: a multi-city qualitative inquiry using thematic analysis” was published on July 8, 2026, and authored by the team that was awarded the ISBNPA Pioneers Program in 2025.

You can find the full reference below

Rathi N, Sharma A, Sandilya S, Ghosh S, Chowdhury R, Singh M, Worsley A and Bruening M (2026) Urban Indian young adults’ perceptions of a healthy lifestyle and its associated factors: a multi-city qualitative inquiry using thematic analysis. Front. Public Health 14:1886704. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2026.1886704

Congratulations to all the authors. This achievement highlights the need to invest more in seed funding, such as the Pioneers Program, to fulfil the ISBNPA mission.

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All presentations were evaluated by at least 3 judges (75% of the score) and the public (25% of the score)

Best oral presentation overall

Hannah Goss et al, LifeLab Dublin: Co-creating a Health Literacy Intervention with and for Young People

Best Student/Early Career oral presentation

Julie E. Campbell et al, Developing Consensus for a Responsive Feeding Approach in Early Care and Education Settings

Winners are offered registration for ISBNPA2027 in Halifax!