A seminar on "Implementation science for prevention and management of non-communicable diseases - bridging evidence and practice" is scheduled for 7-8 May in Auditorium III at Medical University – Varna. The scientific forum is aimed at young scientists and post-doctoral researchers, as well as researchers working in the field of applied intervention studies for prevention of chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs), and will be led by Prof. Brian Oldenburg from La Trobe University (Melbourne, Australia).

Prevention of chronic non-communicable diseases is among the top priorities of modern public health, given their increasing incidence and significant impact on health systems and quality of life. Effectively reducing CNCDs requires not only clinical knowledge but also an integrated approach involving behavioural changes, health promotion, and application of digital technologies and evidence-based interventions in real-world settings.

Prof. Brian Oldenburg is a renowned international expert in public health, behavioural medicine, and applied science, a professor at La Trobe University, holding senior positions at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute (Melbourne, Australia), while also heading research initiatives of global significance, including a centre of excellence in digital technologies for chronic diseases. His research focuses on prevention and management of cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes, with a particular contribution to the development and implementation of digital (mHealth) solutions for self-monitoring and management of chronic diseases and conditions.

He has significantly contributed to the development of the applied aspects of scientific research, playing a key role in translating scientific evidence into effective policies and practices. In his capacity as lead author of a WHO monograph dedicated to the applied aspects of scientific research in the management of CNCDs, as well as a long-standing consultant to international organisations and governments, Prof. Oldenberg possesses valuable expert experience with global applicability. 

The seminar programme is available here.

The seminar is funded by the MUVE–TEAM project (Next Generation EU) and is included in the Anniversary Calendar of Events marking the 65th Anniversary of MU–Varna and the 25th Anniversary of FPH–Varna.