The aim of the Education Committee (EC) is to coordinate ESOT’s efforts to advance multidisciplinary education for transplant professionals at all career levels and to contribute to their professional development.
The Basic Science Committee promotes scientific issues and transplantation research within ESOT. An active basic science community and an efficient translation of innovation into the clinic are crucial for the future of transplantation medicine.
The European Transplant Allied Healthcare Professionals (ETAHP) reaches out to allied healthcare professionals throughout Europe in order to ensure the best care possible for all transplant patients, with the aim to optimize patient outcomes.
The Young Professionals in Transplantation (YPT) is the Network for Junior Transplant professionals of ESOT, representing all young transplant clinicians and scientists who are beginning a career in transplantation and organ donation.
The mission of ECTORS is to provide a forum for discussing and stimulating novel developments in the fields of cellular therapies in organ transplantation, organ regeneration and generation of new organs from stem cells and biomaterials.
ECTTA is the forum for experience exchange on treatment of patients with end-stage heart and lung failure. Our aim is to improve outcomes for the patients.
EDTCO aims to support health care professionals to provide clinically effective programmes on organ and tissue donation, procurement and transplantation.
EKITA is the Organ Expert Section of ESOT on kidney transplantation in Europe, providing a forum for kidney transplantation professionals to exchange scientific information and views aimed at providing the best service to European patients .
The European Liver and Intestine Transplant Association (ELITA), previously known as the European Liver Transplant Association (ELTA), is a section of ESOT. Its membership represents the expertise on liver and intestinal transplantation in Europe.
ELPAT is a European platform that brings continuity and progress in European research and dialogue on "Ethical, Legal and Psychosocial Aspects of organ Transplantation". ELPAT currently consists of over 160 experts from more than 25 European countries.
EPITA is established to provide a forum for those working in the field of pancreas and islet of Langerhans transplantation or any other alternative form of beta cell replacement in Europe, to exchange scientific information and views related primarily to providing the best service for patients in Europe requiring pancreas or islet transplantation.
VCA has opened a new era in the field of transplantation, reconstructive and restorative surgery. This Section brings together 10 representatives of major European teams at the forefront in this field.
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The European Society for Organ Transplantation (ESOT), in partnership with The Lancet, has launched the ESOT–Lancet Commission on Transplantation, a global initiative to reimagine transplantation as a cornerstone of sustainable and equitable healthcare. Led by Elmi Müller and Gabriel Oniscu (ESOT Past President), the Commission brings together international experts to develop a roadmap for integrating
From 10-12 October 2025, Greece will host European Donation Day (EDD) in collaboration with the Hellenic Transplant Organisation. Events include the plenary of the European Committee on Organ Transplantation, an international scientific conference in Kalamata, public outreach in both cities, and the illumination of landmarks in green, the colour of organ donation awareness. EDD 2025
Applications Open: 20 November 2025
Stay tuned for more details! For immediate inquiries, send us a message at askme@esot.org
“Organ transplant is the epitome of hope. It gives patients a chance to live longer and better.” Elvana Rista
ESOT has announced the appointment of new board members to its European Kidney Transplant Association (EKITA) for the 2025–2029 term. As one of ESOT’s key Organ Expert Sections, EKITA provides a dedicated platform for advancing kidney transplantation across Europe. Its mission includes fostering scientific exchange, promoting education and research, developing guidelines, and providing advisory input
ESOT is proud to launch the participant application phase of the Centre of Preceptorship (CoP) initiative – an initiative designed tocultivate the next generation of leaders in kidney transplantation. This initiative brings together a network of leading European transplant centres to host and mentor young professionals who areeager to gain advanced training in HLA desensitisation and the
From 1 Sept 2025, we welcome:
President: Olivier Thaunat | Secretary: Ekaterine Berishvili | President-elect: Umberto Cillo | Past President: Gabriel Oniscu
Onwards and upwards!
It is with deep respect that ESOT commemorates the life and legacy of Professor Jean-François Borel, a pioneering immunologist whose work significantly advanced the field of organ transplantation. Professor Borel’s contribution arose from a careful and methodical scientific effort. In the late 1960s, at the Sandoz company in Basel, a screening programme was initiated to
Professor Federico Rea, Pioneer of Lung Transplantation in Italy It is with profound sorrow that the ESOT community mourns the passing of Professor Federico Rea, among the pioneers in lung transplantation in Italy and one of Europe’s most talented Thoracic Surgeons. Professor Rea served as Full Professor of Thoracic Surgery at the University Hospital of
