Lightning Talks: Women’s Health — Developments in Science, Ingredients and Consumer Demand

04 Jun 2026
The Future of Positive Nutrition Theatre
4th June Session 3: The Future for Women’s Health

A series of fast-paced, 6-minute, lightning talks spotlighting the latest advances in women’s health, from emerging science and ingredient innovation to shifting consumer needs and market demand.

Longevity, Bones, Joints and Metabolic Health
- Tom Evans, Innovation Manager, HBI Eurocaps

Cognitive and Mental Wellbeing – Stress, Mood, Focus, and Sleep for Women
- Dr Emma Wightman, Director, Nutrition Trials at Northumbria (NUTRAN), Northumbria University

Gut and Immune Connection

Chairperson
Emily Prpa
Emily Prpa, Nutrition Scientist and Visiting Lecturer - King’s College London
Speakers
Tom Evans
Tom Evans, Innovation Manager - HBI Eurocaps
Emma Wightman
Emma Wightman, Director of Nutrition Trials - Northumbria (NUTRAN), Northumbria University

In partnership with

Kerry