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.
Dear friends and colleagues, It is with deep sadness that we express our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Professor Laureano Fernández-Cruz, a pioneer of pancreas transplantation in Catalonia and Spain, Professor of Surgery at the University of Barcelona, and an internationally renowned leader in biliopancreatic and endocrine surgery. With great pride, I have witnessed
Can European Law Keep Pace with Biomedical Innovation? The Reinvention of Transplantation Regulation
The ESOT-Lancet Commission on Transplantation met this week in Paris for a structured working session dedicated to advancing its vision for the future of global transplant health. Launched in July 2025, the Commission brings together leading international experts to develop a new vision for sustainability, innovation and equity in organ transplantation. Its ambition is to
ESOT announces the relaunch and rebrand of Transplant Live, its dedicated online education platform designed to support the continuous professional development of transplant professionals worldwide. The new Transplant Live reflects a simple truth at the heart of transplantation: expertise never stands still. As scientific knowledge advances and clinical practice evolves, transplant professionals must continually update
Over the course of several inspiring days, the HESPERIS Course once again brought together a passionate international community of transplant professionals to learn, exchange ideas and strengthen connections across the field of organ transplantation. The course continues to provide a strong educational foundation in transplantation, covering key topics including immunology, indications, organ donation, recipient management
The ENGAGE Initiative – The EuropeaN Guidelines for the mAnagement of Graft rEcipients– continues its mission to strengthen clinical practice and research in transplantation. Building on the foundations of ENGAGE I and ENGAGE II, we are pleased to announce the launch of ENGAGE III. This new phase focuses on one of the most pressing challenges in transplant medicine: antibody-mediated rejection (ABMR).
We are pleased to announce that the following ESOT Sections and Committees launched a call for nominations for new Board members: EKITA, ELITA, VCA, BSC, YPT
The Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation (VCA) Section is pleased to announce a call for nominations for four new Board members. The elected members will serve two years (2026-2028) with a maximum of two consecutive terms. One of the four positions is reserved for a professional working in the field of uterus transplantation.
YPT – The Young Professionals in Transplantation Committee – would like to announce a call for nominations for two Board members. The new YPT Board Members will hold office for four years (2026–2030), starting in September 2026.
BSC – the Basic Science Committee- would like to announce a call for nominations for one Board member. The new BSC Board Members will hold office for four years (2026-2030), starting in September 2026.
