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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · 23d

Are you a clinician, researcher, policy professional or student with an interest in obesity?

We are expanding our operational committees to deliver more for ASO members and are now inviting applications for a wide range of roles.

To learn more: tinyurl.com/2a7kfbku

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MRC Epidemiology Unit @mrcepid.bsky.social · Sep 11

The UK Congress on Obesity, hosted by @ukaso.bsky.social, focused on "Understanding Obesity: From Research to Clinical and Public Health Practice." Researchers from @mrcepid.bsky.social attended to enhance our knowledge of obesity.

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Julia Mueller @julia-mueller-phd.bsky.social · Sep 11

Excited to present our new large national randomised controlled trial on a digital, scalable weight loss maintenance intervention led by @amyahern.bsky.social at #UKCO2025. We're currently recruiting from various commissioned weight loss interventions throughout the UK. @ukaso.bsky.social

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · 26d

It’s hard to believe #UKCO25 wrapped up almost a week ago!

At ASO, we’re proud to bring together researchers, clinicians, policy experts & lived experience voices, creating space to share science, spark ideas & strengthen our community.

🎥 Hear what others had to say 👇

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover costs of a promotional stand & have had no influence over meeting agenda/arrangements except for any symposium session clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover costs of a promotional stand & have had no influence over meeting agenda/arrangements except for any symposium session clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover costs of a promotional stand & have had no influence over meeting agenda/arrangements except for any symposium session clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover costs of a promotional stand & have had no influence over meeting agenda/arrangements except for any symposium session clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover costs of a promotional stand & have had no influence over meeting agenda/arrangements except for any symposium session clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

As #UKCO2025 comes to a close, we would like to thank all delegates, speakers and lived experience representatives for their engagement and contributions to this year’s conference.

We hope you can join us in Sheffield next year!

#UKCO2026

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sponsors have had no influence over the meeting agenda or arrangements except for any symposium session, which is clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, and HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover the costs of a promotional stand.

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Another interesting and informative session on the impacts of food environments on choice, health, inequalities and the economy.

#UKCO2025

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sponsors have had no influence over the meeting agenda or arrangements except for any symposium session, which is clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, and HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover the costs of a promotional stand.

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Dr Gillian Purdon discussing the food environment in Scotland.

“It’s not just the food retail environment - availability, marketing and promotions outside of the home also need to be considered… We need to think about the food system as a whole”.

#UKCO2025

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sponsors have had no influence over the meeting agenda or arrangements except for any symposium session, which is clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, and HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover the costs of a promotional stand.

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Lunchtime poster viewing and networking at #UKCO2025.

Coming up this afternoon:

- A plenary session on working towards a healthier food environment for Scotland
- Prizes and conference closing

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sponsors have had no influence over the meeting agenda or arrangements except for any symposium session, which is clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, and HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover the costs of a promotional stand.

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Dr Liz Evans discussing parent and stakeholder views of the MapMe intervention, a tool to improve parental understanding of childhood obesity.

#UKCO2025

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sponsors have had no influence over the meeting agenda or arrangements except for any symposium session, which is clearly indicated.

Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Boehringer Ingelheim, Juniper, Echosens, and HeliosX have provided sponsorship to this conference’s organisers to cover the costs of a promotional stand.

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Association for the Study of Obesity UK @ukaso.bsky.social · Sep 11

Professor Alison Avenell discussing researching integrity and sharing important considerations when appraising and citing research.

In the presentation, Professor Avenell shared evaluation tools to assess data integrity, such as TRACT, RIA and REAPPRAISED.

#UKCO2025

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