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April 27, 2026
Last update: April 27, 2026

ECOG 2026 – 35th European Childhood Obesity Group Congress: call for abstracts!

Under the theme “ImpACT”, ECOG 2026 brings together leading researchers, clinicians, health professionals, and policymakers from across Europe and beyond

From 16th-18th of September 2026 I Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences I Hellbrunnerstraße 34 I 5020 Salzburg | Austria I  Programme

The aim is to advance sustainable, evidence‑based approaches to childhood and adolescent obesity.The congress features inspiring keynote lectures, oral and poster sessions, interactive workshops, the ECOG Young Investigator Award, and dedicated policy discussions. Set in an outstanding academic environment and a culturally rich city, ECOG 2026 offers a unique platform for scientific exchange, collaboration, and real‑world impact.Be part of shaping the future of child health.

For the  ECOG Congress 2026, there is an opportunity to submit original scientific contributions. Submissions must be made exclusively via the official online  registration system. | The submission deadline is May 17, 2026.

Submitted abstracts may be considered for different formats: authors can choose whether to present their work as a poster or as an oral presentation. In addition, there is the option to apply for the Young Investigator Award with the submitted abstract.

Poster ECOG-2026

Univ.-Prof. Dr.in Susanne Ring

Chair, ECOG Congress 2026

University of Salzburg I Sport and Exercise Science

Schlossallee 49 I 5400 Hallein

Tel: +43 662 8044–4889

Email to Univ.-Prof. Dr.in Susanne Ring

Graphik: © ECOG 2026