2012 EASO Björntorp Symposium

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View the provisional programme here.

Registration

Hosted by the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) and the Netherlands Association for the Study of Obesity (NASO), the 2012 EASO Björntorp Symposium will again create an invaluable opportunity for intense in-depth scientific exchange between experienced internationally renowned scientists and younger research fellows from around Europe. 

The scientific programme features some of the world’s leading experts in Obesity Research and there is an opportunity for up to 50 European delegates to attend this prestigious, focussed event.  Not only will you be exposed to the latest scientific developments, but you will be able to interact with fellow delegates and some of the most influential Key Opinion Leaders in the field.

The symposium will take place in Vaeshartelt Castle, near Maastricht.  Participants as well as experts are expected to attend all scientific sessions and social events, which are included in the registration fee of €450.   Competitively priced accommodation is available in Vaeshartelt Castle.

Poster presentations will form an important part of the programme and all applicants must submit a 300 word abstract, reasonably pertinent to the theme of the Symposium.  All successful applicants must prepare a poster. 

Delegates will be selected by competitive application.  To apply to attend the 2012 EASO Björntorp Symposium please send the following documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

1) Completed Application Form (including a 300 word Poster Abstract)
2) Publication List
3) Brief CV  

Registration Fee: €450 (includes attendance at all scientific sessions, lunches, coffee breaks and two group dinners).  Accommodation and travel should be booked separately – all participants should stay at Vaeshartelt Castle, where cost effective options are available.

Deadline for receipt of applications: Tuesday 31 July 2012

For further information, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Previous Editions

View the 2011 Björntorp Symposium Report here.
View the 2009 Björntorp Symposium Report here.