Lightning Talk Event: “Ultra-Processed Foods & Artificial Additives
Research has identified that chemicals in ultra-processed food and artificial additives could be a leading cause to negative health outcomes. Critical information identifying the effects of these chemicals and additives is proving to be vital to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as it strives to create healthier communities.
The Office of the Vice President for Research and the Future of Food Working Group are excited to host a 90-minute “Ultra-Processed Foods & Artificial Additives” event designed to identify related and existing areas of strength on campus, hear lightning talks from active researchers in this space, and discuss emerging research opportunity in this area. The goal of this event is to help mobilize potential research teams on these topics.
Lightning Talk Event: “Ultra-Processed Foods & Artificial Additives”
Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm Location: TBD – Please register to receive location details.
RSVP Link: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a33nN6XQuRaX3My
Participating individuals will have an opportunity to present 3-4-slide (maximum) lightning talks of their current research/ideas and to collectively brainstorm ideas for collaborative, cross-campus work and/or aims for new research endeavors. Lightning talks will be limited to 3-5 minutes per person. Space for lightning talks is limited. Please indicate on your RSVP form whether you are interested in submitting a lightning talk. You may also upload your slides as part of that RSVP form OR submit them to natalie.mcelroy@utah.edu
Researchers already engaged in this area, those interested in participating in these response teams, and individuals looking to contribute are encouraged to attend.
Please share this announcement with research faculty, staff, community partners, industry professionals, and other interested affiliates. Questions can be directed to natalie.mcelroy@utah.edu.
Thank you!
