From 27 to 30 May 2026, SmartCHANGE will be in Cádiz, Spain, for the 25th Annual Meeting of the International Society of Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA). As a global hub for specialists in behavioural nutrition and physical activity, ISBNPA offers the perfect stage to share our progress in youth-focused e-health.
About the event
The mission of ISBNPA is to stimulate innovative research that improves human and planetary health. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the 2026 meeting is gathering world-leading researchers to debate the latest advancements in behavioural theory, research methods, and findings across the lifespan.
The scientific programme features a diverse range of topics, including mHealth, participatory research, and socio-economic inequalities. Beyond the core sessions, the conference includes interactive pre-conference workshops and symposia designed to foster global collaboration and knowledge exchange in the heart of Cádiz.
SmartCHANGE at the event
We are excited to announce that SmartCHANGE has been accepted for a dedicated symposium titled: "The latest insights in the development and implementation of e-health applications for health promotion in children and adolescents – the SmartCHANGE project".
Represented by our Health partners from the Amsterdam University Medical Centre (VUMC), Universidade do Porto (UPorto), University of Ljubljana (ULJ) and Jamk University of Applied Sciences (JAMK), our session is scheduled for Friday, 29 May 2026 (17:25–18:40). This symposium aims to unveil how we use AI-driven decision-support tools to tackle non-communicable diseases (NCDs) prevention. During the symposium, the following topics will be covered:
- Co-Design in action: Showcasing our e-health and m-health applications developed alongside families and clinicians.
- Feasibility & usability: Presenting protocols and preliminary findings from our feasibility studies in Portugal, the Netherlands, Finland, Slovenia, and Taiwan.
- The digital shift: Discussing the real-world benefits and challenges of implementing AI-backed health promotion for the next generation.
Session details
- When: Friday, 29 May 2026 (17:25 – 18:40 CEST)
- Where: Multipurpose Room, Palacio de Congresos de Cádiz, Spain
- Topic: E- & mHealth (Symposium S.2.44)
Explore the full programme and registration details on the official event website below.