Summary
The eighth annual inVIVO Planetary Health conference convened multidisciplinary researchers and practitioners in Detroit (May 2019) to examine interconnections between ecological, social, and health systems in the context of global urbanisation. Papers ranged across urban ecology, nutritional systems, microbiome science, and community-based solutions, with emphasis on translating scientific evidence into policy and practice that aligns human vitality with planetary wellbeing. The proceedings reflect a grass-roots, cross-sectoral movement integrating environmental, nutritional, and mental health perspectives.
UK applicability
The conference's emphasis on local, community-driven initiatives and urban renewal strategies aligns with UK policy interest in natural capital, health equity, and food systems transformation. However, UK applicability depends on contextual adaptation, as discussions were framed around North American urbanisation patterns and governance structures.
Key measures
Not applicable — this is a conference proceedings document synthesising diverse presentations rather than a primary research study with specific quantitative metrics.
Outcomes reported
Conference proceedings presenting abstracts and discussions on interconnected ecological challenges of urbanisation and their biopsychosocial effects on human wellbeing. Papers addressed solutions spanning urban greening, nutritional ecology, planetary diets, microbiome health, and community resilience initiatives.
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