The International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation (ISRHML) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of excellence in research and the dissemination of research findings in the field of human milk and lactation. Learn More.
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Due to continued concerns for the health and safety of all members, partners, volunteer leaders, staff and other stakeholders during the COVID-19 pandemic, ISRHML is announcing that the 2021 conference scheduled to take place in Stockholm, Sweden will now be held virtually. The dates for the reimagined 2021 conference will remain the week of August 16, 2021.
Throughout the pandemic, ISRHML has relied on public health guidance, country-by-country event restrictions and member input to gauge whether to move this major meeting to virtual. Given the current pace of COVID-19 vaccine roll-out and member comfort in participating tied to whether they are vaccinated, ISRHML concluded it’s not possible at this time to guarantee the success of an in-person, multi-day conference in mid-August for the ISRHML community. While this is disappointing—both for ISRHML and its members, and for our scheduled 2021 host Stockholm—we are shifting all efforts to ensure that this virtual conference delivers the best content and experiences possible for our many stakeholders.
The ISRHML community has already come together to create programs with outstanding science featuring emerging research and distinguished experts to create a stellar program for 2021. The program planning committee is already working on the transformation of this meeting, and all the details on participating will be announced soon! An important element of this overall process is the inclusion of outstanding and stimulating online program, interactive sessions, abstract sessions and a series of virtual engagements to be held during the meeting dates. Information on those activities will be communicated as they become available.
The 2021 ISRHML Conference will be memorable for many reasons, but one tradition will remain, and that is the opportunity and ability of our community to come together with the common goal of engaging minds and empowering science. Together we will continue to advance our understanding of the human milk and lactation and build a strong community. We are grateful for you and your ongoing support.
If you have already registered for the meeting, your registration will automatically be transitioned to registration for the virtual meeting, so no action is needed on your part. If you booked a hotel room for the 2021 conference, you will be refunded minus a small service fee. For those that have already committed to participating in the conference either as a speaker or a sponsor, we will be sending you directly information on next steps for your respective area so stay tuned! If you have any questions about either of these, please contact Stefan Wengelin stefan@commee.se.
Thank you for your understanding and for being part of the ISRHML community. Stay tuned for a future email outlining registration information to attend the reconfigured 2021 ISRHML Virtual Conference!
ABSTRACTS
Accepted abstracts have been published on Frontiers. Click here to view.
ISRHML is now soliciting nominations for the 2021 Macy-Gyorgy and Erhlich-Koldovsky Awards, which will be given at the 2021 Conference. More information on the awards and the nomination process can be found at ISRHML Awards. Application are due no later than April 15, 2021 and should be sent to sdonovan@illinois.edu and cc info@isrhml.com.
Associate Professor Dr Zaharah Sulaiman, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), IBCLC, and a Local Governance Council Member for World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA)
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The Understanding and Practical Aspects of Induced Lactation and Wet Nursing (2 presentations) Wet Nursing Practice Among Muslim Mothers - Ms Norsyamlina Che Abdul Rahim, MSc 12:00 AM EDT / 6:00 AM CEST / 12:00 PM AWST on April 27, 2021 |
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Dr. Katharina Lichtner, Managing Director, Family Larsson-Rosenquist Foundation |
From Research to Impact 6:00 PM CEST / 12:00 PM EDT on May 4, 2021 / 12:00 AM AWST on May 5, 2021 |
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The Division of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Illinois is proud to announce the recent creation and endowment of the Mary Frances Picciano Graduate Scholarship. This scholarship was created by a former student to show appreciation for the impact Mary Frances made on shaping her professional career path. Mary Frances was one of the ISRHML founders and a former President of the society. Many ISRHML members were her dear friends, colleagues and former trainees. She was a faculty member at the University of Illinois and Penn State University and finished her career in the Office of Dietary Supplements at NIH. She passed away in 2001 after a long battle with lung cancer. A tribute was published in AJCN: View Currently in the Division of Nutritional Sciences approximately 64% of enrolled students are female, this graduate scholarship will provide valuable financial assistance to a future female scientist. Furthermore, the Division of Nutritional Science is thrilled to announce an opportunity for those impacted by Mary Frances to show their appreciation. A donor that has chosen to remain anonymous will directly match any gift made to this scholarship up to a total of $25,000. This is an opportunity to make a huge impact in the Division of Nutritional Sciences and to ensure future generations of strong female scientists know the impact Mary Frances had on this landscape. For more information or to make a gift please contact Matt Smith at 217-300-6113 or msmi@illinois.edu or to make a secure gift online visit https://uif.uillinois.edu/give/ and in the “other” row at the bottom of the page enter Mary Frances Picciano Scholarship Fund – 11776398 |
Ms Norsyamlina Che Abdul Rahim, MSc, Institute for Public Health, National Institutes of Health, Ministry of Health Malaysia
