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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


Behavioural Aspects of Obesity


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

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