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F I N A L A N N O U N C E M E N T & C A L L F OR A B S T R A C T S
12 13 August 2009
Best Western Premier Seri Pacific Hotel
KUALA LUMPUR
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
On behalf of the Malaysian Association for the study of Obesity (MASO), I am pleased towelcome you to MASO 2009, a biennial scientific conference to help remind Malaysians ofthis ever growing concern that the Government could no longer ignore.
The theme Obesity and the Environment would focus on both the scientific advances andthe development of practical programme for use in communities. The aim of the conferenceis to promote health and address environmental issues directly or indirectly associated withthe increasing prevalence of obesity by fostering local and regional partnerships betweenscientists, educators, health care providers, public health officials, policy makers and otherstakeholders.
I sincerely hope you would join us and look forward to welcome you to MASO 2009.
Prof. Dr. Mohd Ismail Noor FASc, FIUNSPresident MASO
2007-2009
MEETING AIMS
This two-day conference will provide up-to-date information incorporating both research andpractice elements on the interaction between environmental factors and obesity.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Health care providers including nutritionists, dietitians, physicians, surgeons,endocrinologists, clinical psychologists, nurses, students (including postgraduates from non-medical and medical) working within the field of obesity and its related co-morbidities,pharmaceuticals and food industries, fitness and slimming centers and policy makers.
LANGUAGE
The official language for the conference is English.
SCOPE & TOPICS
This conference will include Plenary Lectures, Symposia and Poster sessions. Topics,among others, will include:
Epidemiology/Prevention Burden of obesity Living environment & its influence on obesity Food intake & eating patterns Physical activity, exercise & fitness Childhood obesity Community-based interventions & government policies
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Biological determinants of Obesity Issues in energy balance regulations Body composition & health risks Genetics of obesity
Management of Obesity Dietary intervention Psychosocial aspects of obesity Pharmacotherapy Obesity Surgery
Complications of Obesity Obesity & cardiovascular diseases Obesity & metabolic syndrome Obesity & eating disorders Obesity & depression
SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
The challenge of Asian obesity
Philip James, President, International Association for the Study of Obesity (IASO), U.K
PLENARY LECTURE
Treatment of child and adolescent obesity: present and future
John J Reilly, University of Glasgow, U.K.
SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS
Fatimah Harun, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia
Shuji Inoue, Kiryu University, Japan
Mohd Ismail Noor, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
Hamid Jan bin Jan Mohamed, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Masaharu Kagawa, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Md. Rezaul Karim, National Institute of Preventive and Social Medicine,Bangladesh *tbc
Norimah A Karim, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
Chinyelu Menakaya, Fairfield General Hospital, U.K.
Moy Foong Ming, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia
Nasriah Zakaria, Universiti Sains Malaysia, MalaysiaPoh Bee Koon, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
Sovanjan Sarkar, Vivekananda College for Women and Haldia Government College, India
Shioda Seiji, Showa University School of Medicine, Japan
Masashige Suzuki, Waseda University, Japan
Belqes Abdullah Al-Tahami, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Ruzita Abd. Talib, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
Teoh Hsien Jin, Sunway University College, Malaysia
Wan Abdul Manan Wan Muda, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Zaitun Yassin, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
Zhang Pei Fang, Nestle R&D Beijing, China
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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
The abstract submission deadline is extended to15 July 2009.
Scientific papers can be submitted for oral or poster presentation at the conference. For
guidelines on abstract preparation, please visit www.maso.org.my for more details. Acceptedabstracts will be notified by the Secretariat within a week after submission deadline. Allpresenters must be registered participants. There will be a poster competition during theconference.
REGISTRATION
Before15 July 2009
After15 July 2009 On-site
MASO
Member
RM350 RM400 RM700
Non-member RM500 RM600 RM700Student* RM250 RM280 RM700
* Students must show proof of student status (e.g. letter from university)
Registration fee includes the following: attendance at all conference sessions, conferencematerials, two lunches and four coffee breaks. All registrations must be submitted togetherwith payment. Registration fee is charged based on date of payment and not date ofregistration.
Any cancellation must be confirmed in writing to the Secretariat. Refund of fees less 50%administration charges may be applied for until 30 th July2009. It is regretted that after this
date no refunds can be made.
Please fill up Online Registration Form at http://www.maso.org.my/cgi-bin/RegisterMASO.cgi or you can go to the MASO website www.maso.org.my and click on the link to the OnlineRegistration Form.
Remember to print a copy of the registration form prior to clicking on the SUBMIT button.Please submit the printout form together with your registration fee.
All payments should be made by crossed cheques or bankers cheque payable toMalaysian Association for the Study of Obesity. Alternatively, you may pay viatelegraphic transfer to the Malaysian Association for the Study of Obesity bank account
number 0-14084-33151-6, Maybank Bhd, Bukit Bintang Branch Kuala Lumpur. Please mailthe cheque or payment transfer slip/receipt to MASO Secretariat address:
MASO 2009 SecretariatAssoc Prof Dr Norimah A Karimc/o Department of Nutrition & DieteticsFaculty of Allied Health SciencesUniversiti Kebangsaan Malaysia50300 Kuala LumpurMALAYSIA
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SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION
This conference provides an environment for the exchange of information pertaining to theprevention and management of obesity. An exhibition will be held during the conference. Itwill offer an excellent opportunity for companies to display their products and services. For
additional information, please refer to Sponsorship Confirmation Letter.
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Chairman: Prof Dr Mohd Ismail NoorVice Chairman: Assoc Prof Dr Nik Mazlan MamatSecretary: Assoc Prof Dr Norimah A KarimTreasurer: Dr Roslee Rajikan
Subcommittees:
Secretariat: Assoc. Prof. Dr Norimah A Karim,Assoc Prof Dr Nik Mazlan MamatScientific: Assoc Prof Dr Poh Bee Koon, Dr Ng Lai Oon, Dr Zawiah Hashim, Ms Wong JyhEiinPublicity & Publications: Dr Nik Shanita Safii, Ms Lee Ching LiTechnical: Dr Hamid Jan bin Jan Mohamed, Dr Hazizi Abu Saad, Mr MahenderanAppukutty
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TENTATIVE PROGRAMME
Day 1 (12 Aug 2009, Wednesday)
Time Programme
8.00 a.m. Registration9.00 a.m. Welcome speech by
Professor Mohd Ismail Noor, President MASO
9.10 a.m. Plenary Lecture
Treatment of child and adolescent obesity: present and future
By: Prof John Reilly, University of Glasgow, U.K.
10.10 a.m. Coffee break
Posters / Exhibition
10.40 a.m. Symposium 1
Causes and Consequences of Obesity
12.00 p.m. Poster session / Exhibition
12.30 p.m. LUNCH
2.00 p.m. Symposium 2Epidemiology of Obesity
3.00 p.m. Symposium 3
Childhood Obesity
4.00 p.m. Poster session / Exhibition
4.30 p.m. Tea break
8.00 p.m. Conference Dinner Lecture (Limited to first 100 paid-up registrants)
Improving Diabetic Control with Weight Loss
By: Prof Phillip James, President IASO, U.K.
Day 2 (13 Aug 2009, Thursday)
Time Programme
9.00 a.m.
9.10 a.m.
Welcome address by
Professor Mohd Ismail Noor, President MASO
Official opening by
YB Dato Sri Liow Tiong Lai, Hon. Minister of Health Malaysia
9.40 a.m. Tour of Exhibition / Posters by Guest of Honour
Coffee break
10.30 a.m. Keynote Address Obesity and its major societal implications
By: Prof Phillip James, President IASO, U.K.
11.30 a.m. Symposium 4
Management and Treatment of Obesity12.30 a.m. Poster session / Exhibition
1.00 p.m. LUNCH
2.00 p.m. Symposium 5
Behavioural Aspects of Obesity
3.30 p.m. Symposium 6
Emerging Issues related to Obesity
4.30 p.m. Closing Ceremony
Poster Prize Presentation
5.00 p.m. Tea break
5.30 p.m. End of Conference