Sept
19
to 21 Sept
Sept
12
11:59 pm23:59
AuSPEN Early Bird Conference Registration Closes
We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you for the AuSPEN 2025 Conference: Where Survival Meets Nutrition. This years event will be held at The Hilton Sydney from 6th to 8th November 2025.
At AuSPEN 2025, we don’t mess around. Our team is already hard at work organizing what promises to be the ultimate event that promises to be full of adventure. This is your official PSA to submit and secure your leave so that you can join us for an unforgettable experience.
Register with Early Bird Prices here.
Sept
8
to 12 Sept
Malnutrition Week
From Monday 8th September to Friday 12th September 2025, we’re raising awareness of the role nutrition screening plays in the prevention and treating of malnutrition
Visit the Malnutrition Hub for free resources!
Sept
7
12:00 am00:00
Join 2026 LOC - Applications Close
JOIN OUR 2026 LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE
AuSPEN are now looking for members local to the Launceston area to make up the 2026 Local Organising Committee
A member of the committee will also be nominated as the Chair to help lead and shape the 2026 Program
Job Descriptions for Local Organising Committee:
Program Development
Communications
Social Events
Sponsorship Liaison
If you would like to submit an expression of interest to join the AuSPEN 2026 Launceston LOC please submit your application by Sunday 7th September
Sept
5
8:30 am08:30
Nutrition in Cancer Seminar
Join us at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre for our biennial Nutrition in Cancer seminar. This 1-day event is for dietitians and student dietitians working in, or with an interest in oncology nutrition. Join us face-to-face or virtually to learn from a wide variety of speakers about the latest research, clinical innovations and improvements in patient care.
Aug
28
1:00 pm13:00
AuSPEN Refeeding Syndrome FREE Webinar
Webinar Details:
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the newly released AuSPEN Refeeding Consensus Statement for adult hospitalised patients. This webinar is aimed at guiding clinicians across Australia and New Zealand in the identification and management of refeeding syndrome and its associated risks. Developed by an expert working group, this bi-national consensus offers practical, evidence-informed recommendations to enhance patient safety and improve outcomes in hospital settings. Whether you're a dietitian, physician, nurse, or allied health professional, this session will equip you with the tools and knowledge to confidently navigate refeeding risk in your clinical practice.
Presented by Dr Kylie Matthews-Rensch and Kirrilee Blackwood, we look forward to having you join us for this engaging FREE Webinar.
See you there!
AuSPEN Education Committee
Aug
15
11:59 pm23:59
AuSPEN Grant Applications Close
The Australasian Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (AuSPEN) offers grants to society members for assistance in undertaking projects of significance to AuSPEN. The AuSPEN Research Committee has awarded successful grants since 2006 to conduct projects of significance to the field of clinical nutrition. Clinical significance is determined by the potential of a project idea to further our understanding of clinical nutrition, impact service delivery, or improve nutrition support practices with a primary focus on artificial nutrition support.
AuSPEN offers grants for novice researchers (a clinician who does not have an established research track record or a higher degree in research) to assist them to conduct clinical projects of significance to the field of clinical nutrition. In 2025, there is a maximum of up to $30,000 (ex-GST) to be offered to one or more Novice Researcher Project(s).
Grant applications for 2025 are now open!
We look forward to receiving your submissions.
AuSPEN Scientific Committee, 2025
How to Apply:
Aug
15
12:00 pm12:00
Join 2026 LOC - Applications Open
JOIN OUR 2026 LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE
AuSPEN are now looking for members local to the Launceston area to make up the 2026 Local Organising Committee
A member of the committee will also be nominated as the Chair to help lead and shape the 2026 Program
Job Descriptions for Local Organising Committee:
Program Development
Communications
Social Events
Sponsorship Liaison
If you would like to submit an expression of interest to join the AuSPEN 2026 Launceston LOC please submit your application by Sunday 7th September
July
11
11:59 pm23:59
AuSPEN Conference Abstract Submissions Close
The Australasian Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (AuSPEN) Council warmly invites the submission of abstracts for presentation at the 50th AuSPEN Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) in Sydney from 6th-8th November 2025. Accepted abstracts will be offered either a 10-minute oral presentation in the free paper session, a ‘rapid-fire’ 3-minute oral presentation with a poster, or a stand-alone hanging poster on display in the exhibition hall.
AuSPEN encourages abstract submissions reporting on basic and clinical nutrition research, and clinical service enhancement projects in nutrition.
Submit an Abstract here
June
30
11:59 pm23:59
AuSPEN EOI: Acute Liver disease Clinical Practice Guidelines Close
AuSPEN Clinical Practice Committee invites expressions of interest from experienced and motivated clinicians across our multidisciplinary membership to join the AuSPEN Clinical Practice Committee.
This working group will be responsible for developing evidence-based clinical nutrition guidelines for adult patients with decompensated cirrhosis, with a focus on assessment, management, and evaluation within acute and ambulatory care settings.
Over an 24-month period, the group will collaborate to produce a clinical guidance document that reflects best practice in the nutritional care of this complex patient population.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
Essential: Minimum of two years' clinical experience in ICU, gastrointestinal, or liver disease care (excluding subacute or rehabilitation settings).
Highly desirable: At least one peer-reviewed publication related to nutrition and liver disease.
Participation requires a commitment of approximately 4–6 hours per month over the 24-month project timeline.
TO APPLY:
Please submit your current CV and a brief statement (max. 250 words) outlining how your experience aligns with the criteria and objectives of this project.
Submit your EOI to: admin@auspen.org
June
30
11:59 pm23:59
AuSPEN EOI: Environmental Sustainability in Clinical Nutrition Close
AuSPEN is looking for enthusiastic and experienced clinicians from across our broad, multidisciplinary membership to join the AuSPEN Clinical Practice Committee working on the development of a position statement on environmental sustainability in clinical nutrition.
KEY OBJECTIVES:
Develop a statement that acknowledges the need for decarbonisation of healthcare and the clinical nutrition profession
Identify key areas in which clinical nutrition most impacts the environment
Identify opportunities for decarbonisation
Once complete, depending on interest and experience, the group may then go on to develop a clinical practice toolkit or guideline on environmentally sustainable clinical nutrition practice.
AuSPEN is looking for a range of clinicians with interest and experience in one or more of the following:
Environmental Sustainability
Implementation Science
Change management
Experience from various clinical areas
The time commitment is expected to be approximately 4-6 hours per month for 12 months for the initial position statement.
TO APPLY:
Please send a copy of your current CV and a brief (250 word) overview of how your experience meets the requirements for this project to admin@auspen.org
June
27
to 28 June
AuSPEN EOI: HPN Governance Steering Committee Close
AuSPEN is looking for AuSPEN members interested in joining the AuSPEN HPN Governance Steering Committee. The committee is responsible for overseeing the management of the AuSPEN HPN registry, and provide governance over AuSPEN HPN projects, including development of models of care and guidelines. We are looking for AuSPEN members across Australia and New Zealand with a strong interest in intestinal failure and HPN. The committee meets 6 times per year via video conferencing.
To apply
• Send an email to the AuSPEN Secretary (admin@auspen.org.au) with a short explanation outlining your current experience and reason for applying.
June
23
to 29 June
June
19
to 21 June
June
16
to 22 June
May
8
to 9 May
AuSPEN Intestinal Failure & Rehabilitation Workshop 2024
Please join us for the running of the 2-day AuSPEN Intestinal Failure and rehabilitation Workshop, which is being held 8-9th May in Sydney. The workshop is aimed to provide a multidisciplinary update on managing Type 2 and Type 3 Intestinal Failure, including those requiring Home Parenteral Nutrition. We are thrilled to announce Professor Simon Gabe, Director and Specialist Gastroenterologist along with Kathleen McGrath (Intestinal Failure Dietitian) from the St Marks Intestinal Failure team will be key presenters for the workshop, along with local experts.
Registration Fees
Member - $400 + gst
Non-member - $600 + gst
Student Member - $300 + gst
Non-member Student - $500 + gst
Nov
30
to 1 Dec
AuSPEN 2018 "Building The Bridge"
The 44th AuSPEN Annual Scientific Meeting will be held in Sydney from 29th November -1st December at Sheraton on the Park. The theme of this year’s conference is “Building the Bridge – Building excellence in clinical nutrition”. This conference will be focused on building a bridge between evidence and practice, incorporating patient-reported outcomes.
The conference program will feature concurrent workshops on Thursday 29th November including ESPEN LLL courses, and a paediatric workshop.
The main program on Friday and Saturday will feature plenary sessions and symposia on a wide range of nutrition support and clinical nutrition topics (including functional gut disorders, ICU, intestinal failure and oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant), a great debate, Ted Talks and more! And of course the AuSPEN free paper oral presentations and poster display.
For more information, visit the conference website - www.auspen2018.com.au
We look forward to seeing you in Sydney in November!
Sophie Hogan & Sharon Carey, Co-Chairs LOC AuSPEN 2018
Nov
29
8:30 am08:30
LLL Program and Workshops
The Life Long Learning (LLL) programme in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism is an effective educational programme for medical doctors and health specialists offering training on-line and at live courses, by variety of innovative training methodologies and resources.
LLL programme in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism is based on an educational curriculum offering 120 training modules (100 are already available on-line) created and peer reviewed by recognised European experts.
The 2018 conference program on Thursday 29th November includes ESPEN LLL courses, and a paediatric workshop.