Dear Colleagues,

              Sawasdee,

           On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we wholeheartedly invite you to the
           19th International Congress of Nutrition which will be held for the first time in
           Bangkok from 4th-9th October 2009.

           The Nutrition Association of Thailand, under the Patronage of Her Royal
           Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, is very honored to host this event
           that hopes to bring together over 3,000 nutrition scientists, practitioners, and
           researchers from all over the world.

           The 19th International Congress of Nutrition (ICN 2009) themed “Nutrition
           Security for All” will provide the highest quality scientific program featuring
           internationally recognized speakers and experts in the field. A cascading of
           the most up-to-date nutrition-related issues will be covered in the plenary
           lectures, dialogues, parallel symposia/ workshops, panel discussions as well
           as oral and poster presentations.

           Bangkok, in its stunning setting on the banks of Chao Phraya River, is a
           wonderful venue for a major international event. The International Congress
           will provide a lifetime opportunity for nutritionists, dietitians and scientists from
           all continents to meet and interact, and experience a wide array of events,
           from state-of-the-art lectures and fascinating and informative exhibits to the
           best in cultural and social gatherings, held in the Thai capital’s magnificent
           congress facilities.

           It will also be an unforgettable experience for accompanying guests, with a
           dazzling choice of sights and exciting places to visit and delicious specialties
           of the world-famous Thai cuisine to taste and enjoy.

           I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of our
           sponsors and exhibitors, leading to the enhancement of the educational
           quality of this exceptional event, providing something to interest everyone at
           each exhibition booth.

           We very much look forward to your participation at the ICN 2009. We wish you
           a safe journey to get here and a wonderful time when you arrive.

           See you in Bangkok,
           Yours sincerely,