Mr. Jivkov presented how online tools can transform dietetic practice and enable precise individualization in clinical nutrition trials.
At ECO25, Mr. Vladislav Jivkov shared how an online platform can significantly optimize, accelerate, and enrich the daily work of dietitians, while also drastically minimizing the risk of human error. He spoke from experience, showing how technology can support better, safer care. He also addressed how nutrition plans for participants in clinical trials can be optimized — not by applying general rules to everyone, but by offering each participant an individualized dietary plan. His insights appeared to resonate with the audience and sparked meaningful interest.
Reflections from ECO 2025: A Milestone Event in the Fight Against Obesity
The European Congress on Obesity (ECO), the largest annual scientific congress on obesity in Europe, held its 32nd edition from 11 to 14 May 2025 in the vibrant city of Málaga, Spain.
Organised by the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO), ECO 2025 brought together healthcare professionals, research scientists, industry leaders, policymakers, students, and patients from across Europe and beyond. Over four days, they explored the latest advances in obesity science, prevention strategies, and treatment approaches, while sharing knowledge, best practices, and new ideas in a truly collaborative environment.
Obesity was once again reaffirmed as a major and growing public health challenge, strongly linked to conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, and various cancers. The congress emphasized the urgent need for coordinated action and innovation in both research and clinical practice.
One of the key highlights was the active presence of several Horizon Europe-funded projects, particularly those under the umbrella of the European Cluster of Obesity Research Projects (OBEClust). This cluster united nine innovative EU initiatives, each offering distinct methodologies and areas of expertise to address the complex, multifactorial nature of obesity.
