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:

Download Oral and Poster Presentation Guidelines

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.

Download Conference Programme

Registration fees

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