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The successful bid for ICDAM 2023 was developed by the Physical Activity for Health Research Cluster (now the PAfH Research Centre) within the HRI, with planning supported by the HRI’s Conference Hosting Support Fund. The event brought together researchers focused on innovative methods for measuring diet and physical activity.

Local Organising Committee
Chaired by Professor Donnelly, the committee included HRI members:
Alexandra Cremona, Anne Griffin, Audrey Tierney, Brian Carson, Catherine Norton, Eibhlis O’Connor, Gráinne Hayes, PhD candidate Alan Scarry, and Sheila Bowers (University Hospital Limerick).

Conference Highlights

• Global Reach: Attendees from 29 countries across Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand.
• Keynote Speakers:
  • Prof Genevieve Healy (University of Queensland, Australia)
  • Prof Claire Collins (University of Newcastle, Australia)
  • Prof Amos Laar (University of Ghana)
  • Prof Ulf Ekelund (Norwegian School of Sports Medicine)
• Programme: Workshops, symposia, oral and poster presentations, and dedicated sessions for early career researchers.

The conference showcased cutting-edge research and solutions for accurate measurement of dietary behaviour and physical activity, while promoting international collaboration and raising UL’s profile globally.

Professor Donnelly accepted the award on behalf of the Local Organising Committee, stating:
“It was a great honour to receive the award on behalf of the Local Organising Committee. Hosting the conference highlighted the HRI's strengths in diet and physical activity, and helped us to expand our international network and reach.”

Pictured representing the Shannon Region were (Front Row): Professor Alan Donnelly; Mary McCullough; Declan Hannon, Limerick All Star; Lawrence Cleary; Caoimhe Maloney, Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau and Dr Dan Toal.  (Back row) Niall Tracey, Fáilte Ireland; Alison Curtin; Danielle Devaney, Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau; Dr Richard Butler; Deborah Tudge, UL Events; Dr Anca Minescu and Ciara Gallagher, Fáilte Ireland.