The Institute of Nutrition is a non-profit research organisation operating in the public interest in the area of nutrition. Our organisation is officialy listed into AJPES register on non-profit organisations in Slovenia. Our mission is to contribute to better health and quality of life by advancing nutrition research, raising public awareness, and supporting improvements in the food environment and the quality of food products. We conduct research in the fields of nutrition and public health. The findings of our research are translated into practice with the aim of improving dietary habits, reducing the burden of diet-related diseases, and strengthening the health of vulnerable population groups.
An important part of our work mission is also the provision of independent, evidence-based information and public education on the role of nutrition in health. We collaborate with government institutions, research organisations, professional associations, educational institutions, and industry stakeholders, while supporting the development of higher-quality and healthier food products.
Institute Operations
The Institute of nutriiton was founded in 2009 and is a non-profit research institute. It is supervised by the Council of the Institute. In order to provide the highest quality services, we have introduced the appropriate standards of quality and information management. We are certified according to the ISO9001 standard by the established international certification body Buerau Veritas.
Research group
Scientific research is the core activity of the Institute of Nutrition. The Institute hosts the research group "Nutrition and Public Health", which leads a national research programme and participates in numerous research projects. Our research activities are co-funded by the Slovenian Research and Innovation Agency (ARIS) and the European Commission. We also conduct applied research projects and provide training and educational services for industry. Revenue generated through these activities is reinvested to strengthen our work in the public interest.
Research group "Nutrition and Public Health"
In accordance with the Act on Scientific Research and Innovation Activities (Official Gazette of the Republic of Slovenia, No. 186/21; ZZrID), the institute is included in the system of stable funding for scientific research activities in the Republic of Slovenia. This funding covers infrastructure and support activities, research programs, and the training of young researchers. The implementation of research activities at the institute is carried out in accordance with the provisions of ZZrID, the rules of ARIS, and internal acts:
- Regulations on the Implementation of Stably Funded Scientific Research Activities of the Institute of Nutrition (August 22, 2022)
- Gender Equality Plan (March 22, 2024)
Vision of Institute of Nutrition
Vision of Institute of Nutrition is :
- To support development of safe and quality food products and strengthen public health with quality research activity in the field of nutrition and public health. We strive for transparent functioning and publication of research results - to the greatest extent possible in open source publications and actively informing relevant stakeholders about the Institute's activities and research results. We strive for close cooperation with other research organizations operating in similar areas, both in Slovenia and abroad.
- Actively raising awareness of the population about nutrition to improve their eating habits and to mantain a healthy lifestyle. The institute will contribute to raising public awareness through various approaches, including online portal on nutrition, social networks and active collaboration with the media.
- To support development and production of healthier foods. By research, consulting and education, we want to support the food industry in re-formulating foods in order to achieve a healthier nutritional composition and support food business operators in consumer-friendly food labeling.
