The event featured interdisciplinary contributions from various academic departments, with Nutrition and Dietetics students Canan Culha, Begüm Tonyalı and Zeynep Demir standing out with their presentation titled “The Utopia of Nutrition and Life.” Through the concept of a fictional city called Vivantia, the students introduced an innovative perspective that focused on sustainable nutrition systems, personalized AI-driven solutions, and inclusive health strategies for the future.
In the presentation, Vivantia was portrayed as a multi-dimensional living space that not only meets physical nutritional needs but also supports interpersonal relationships, emotional well-being, and environmental harmony. The model featured systems where meals are personalized using artificial intelligence, nutrition waste is reduced to zero, and everyone has equal access to healthy nutrition.
Vivantia redefines nutrition not only as a means to health but also as a holistic concept that prioritizes ecological balance, economic accessibility, and the preservation of cultural diversity. It envisioned a society where plant-based eating is encouraged, organic and local production is promoted, and sustainable agriculture and portion control become part of daily life.
A key emphasis of the presentation was social inclusivity. In Vivantia, special systems are designed for children, the elderly, and individuals with specific needs including Braille menus for the visually impaired, sensory-guided meal experiences, smart nutrition wristbands, and interactive meal workshops to strengthen family bonds. It was also emphasized that access to healthy nutrition is not a luxury, but a fundamental human right.
By addressing the social, emotional, cultural, and environmental dimensions of nutrition, the Vivantia model offered a visionary yet achievable scenario for the future, gaining great interest from symposium participants.
We sincerely congratulate our students for their inspiring and imaginative work and wish them continued success in their academic journey.
