The International NAKO Conference 2026, titled Health Trajectories in a Rapidly Changing World, will take place on September 3–4, 2026, at Helmholtz Munich in Neuherberg, Germany. 🌍🧬

In a time of rapid societal, ecological, and technological change, public health faces unprecedented challenges—from chronic diseases and mental health to climate impacts and pandemics. The conference highlights insights from the large-scale, population-based NAKO Health Study, which tracks around 200,000 participants every five years to inform prevention strategies and evidence-based health policy. 📊💡

The event invites international researchers to share findings, strengthen collaborations, and shape the future of health research through open exchange and cross-border cooperation. Participants can submit abstracts for presentations and register for free to join this global scientific dialogue. 🤝🩺

Dates & Venue: September 3, 11:30 AM – September 4, 1:15 PM at Helmholtz Munich, Congress Centre, Ingolstädter Landstr. 1, 85764 Neuherberg.