1st Nazarbayev University International Conference
NutrIX 2026
Intelligent Nutrition and Food Systems for Precision Health

Venue: Nazarbayev University, Astana, Kazakhstan
Dates: September 17 - 19, 2026
Language: English/Kazakh/Russian

About NutrIX 2026 - Where Innovation Meets Nutrition

The 1st International Conference on Intelligent Nutrition and Food Systems for Precision Health (NutrIX 2026) brings together data scientists, healthcare practitioners, international organisations, industry experts, policymakers, and researchers to explore how AI, digital technologies, and advanced food systems are transforming nutrition science and healthcare. The conference provides an interdisciplinary platform to discuss innovative approaches for enabling precision health and personalized nutrition solutions in Central Asia. In addition, NutrIX 2026 aims to foster collaboration among regional researchers and key stakeholders working across food and nutrition systems to develop food-based guidelines tailored to regional needs.
Important dates
  • April 24, 2026
    Abstract submission deadline
  • May 31, 2026
    Abstract acceptance notification
  • June 15, 2026
    Poster submission deadline
    Early bird registration deadline
  • July 15, 2026
    Registration deadline
NutrIX 2026 Topics
  • AI and Systems Intelligence in Nutrition and Surveillance

  • Precision and Personalized Nutrition at Scale

  • Scalable Digital Analytics and Governance Framework

  • Clinical and Healthcare Nutrition Innovation Advancing Population Health

  • Quality Improvement, Implementation, Industry Translation, and Scale-Up

Why participate?

Prepare to be inspired at NutrIX2026, the first international gathering at the forefront of AI, food and nutrition science in Central Asia.


At this year’s conference, you will:

  • Hear from distinguished international keynote speakers and leading experts in the field
  • Discover how AI and digital technologies are transforming population nutrition research and practice
  • Connect with interdisciplinary professionals from academia, healthcare, policy, and industry
  • Showcase your research to a global scientific audience
  • Explore publication opportunities
  • Engage with leading journal editors through interactive roundtable discussions
  • Experience dynamic networking sessions and specially curated food and cultural events

Be part of the conversations shaping the future of nutrition science in Central Asia.

Call for Abstracts and Papers

Selected abstracts will be considered for publication (details to be announced).

Presentation Options:

Keynote Speakers

Details of keynote speakers will be announced soon.

Program at a glance

  • September 17: Welcome reception, networking sessions, visits to local cultural landmarks
  • September 18: Main conference program, keynote sessions, workshops, poster presentations, gala dinner
  • September 19: Conference sessions, round tables, poster prize award & closing ceremony
Additional program activities (Food fest, cultural events, networking receptions)

The conference will feature the following workshop sessions (please note that an additional fee may apply to some workshops):
  • Artificial Intelligence Frontiers in Nutrition Science
  • The Genetics of Taste: From Molecules to Food Choice
  • Navigating Disease Burden in the Region: Methods, Metrics, and Policy Applications for Population Health Nutrition
  • Best practices for publishing high-quality research in impactful journals
A detailed programme will be available soon.

Registration fees

Participant Type

Local participants,
including CIS countries
International participants
Early registration
10,000 KZT
100 USD
Normal registration
15,000 KZT
150 USD
Student registration (first author)
5,000 KZT
50 USD
Any extra paper fee
5,000 KZT
50 USD
Register now

Committees

Organising committee:
A/Prof. Mei-Yen Chan, Chair
Prof. Huseyin Atakan Varol, Co-Chair

Technical Committee
(Will be added)
*International Attendees to Kazakhstan are responsible for obtaining their visa or electronic travel authorization (ETA) on their own. The conference can provide an official invitation letter to support visa applications.
Check visa requirements (link)
Apply for an electronic visa (e-visa)

Contacts

General inquiries

For further details, please contact:

Email: nutrix@nu.edu.kz

Media inquiries

Email: nusom.marketing@nusom.nu.edu.kz

Nazarbayev University, Astana city, Republic of Kazakhstan