At the 20th International Workshop on Neonatology and Pediatrics in Cagliari, Italy (23-26 October 2024), the BETTER4U project was prominently featured through various media activities, including video interviews and presentations that showcased the project’s objectives and its innovative approach to combating obesity.

Key Interviews and Presentations

1. Karolina Kopeć, PhD Candidate, on BETTER4U’s Goals
   In a video interview, Karolina Kopeć, PhD candidate, discusses BETTER4U’s mission to address the global rise in obesity and weight gain. The University of Cagliari, a key partner in the project, focuses on metabolomics analysis of patients with obesity-related issues, recruited from across Europe. Watch the interview to learn more about BETTER4U’s innovative approach and its potential impact on combating obesity.
2. Dr. Alice Bosco on BETTER4U’s Impact
   Dr. Alice Bosco, a pharmacist and nutritionist, shared insights into BETTER4U’s objectives and its role in tackling obesity, particularly through personalised lifestyle interventions. Dr. Bosco highlighted the importance of this research, particularly in infant nutrition, as a critical step in preventing non-communicable diseases like obesity. Watch the interview to learn more about how BETTER4U is tackling this pressing global challenge.

Obesity: A Global Challenge

During the event, Prof. Liborio Stuppia, Rector of the University of Chieti and Professor of Medical Genetics, gave a compelling presentation on the genetic and epigenetic factors contributing to childhood obesity. Highlighting environmental factors, including plastic and endocrine disruptors, Prof. Stuppia emphasised the urgent need to address obesity, which affects 400 million children worldwide and is a leading cause of diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, and cancer.

Prof. Stuppia’s discussions on the future of genetics and its connection to obesity align closely with the BETTER4U project’s focus on understanding the genetic and environmental drivers of weight gain. This video is highly relevant for those interested in the broader context of obesity research.

The BETTER4U project continues to be at the forefront of developing innovative interventions to combat obesity and improve public health globally.