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.
This Monothematic Conference will bring together leading experts and emerging investigators to address one of the most pressing and rapidly evolving areas in transplantation: metabolic disorders and organ cross-talk. Designed as a highly focused, in-depth meeting, this conference will foster scientific exchange, clinical translation, and strategic collaboration across abdominal and thoracic transplantation.
Why this conference matters
Metabolic disorders increasingly impact transplant indications, outcomes, and long-term patient management. This meeting will provide a unique, multidisciplinary forum to:
A high-level scientific programme
The programme brings together internationally recognised experts and rising leaders in the field, covering:
The monothematic format ensures depth over breadth, extended discussion time.
Spanning disciplines and drawing on the expertise of ESOT Sections and Committees such as ECTTA, EKITA, ELITA, EPITA and ETAHP, the programme reflects the full breadth of the transplant community.
Scientific Committee
Joana Ferrer (Co-chair)
Umberto Cillo (Co-chair)
Giacomo Germani (ELITA)
Lorna Marson (EKITA)
Irene Bello (ECTTA)
Marleen van Buren
Dilan Dabare
IPITA collaboration
Venue
Barcelo Sants Hotel
Pl. dels Països Catalans, s/n, Sants-Montjuïc, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
General Information
The official language of the conference is English.
All participants must register online through the official website.
Abstract Submission
Submissions open: 13 April 2026
Submissions close: 29 June 2026
Abstracts are welcome for submission on metabolic disorders in the following categories:
Registration
| Category | Early Fee [till 7 Sep] | Late Fee [from 8 Sep] | ||
| Regular Non-member | EUR 545.00 | EUR 675.00 | ||
| Regular ESOT Member | EUR 395.00 | EUR 525.00 | ||
| Nurse/Trainee/AHP Non-Member | EUR 485.00 | EUR 615.00 | ||
| Nurse/Trainee/AHP ESOT Member | EUR 335.00 | EUR 465.00 | ||
| Low/middle-income countries Non-Member | EUR 180.00 | |||
| Low/middle-income countries ESOT Member | EUR 150.00 | |||
| Industry | EUR 680.00 | |||
Cancellation Policy
From the launch of the registration platform until 2 months before the event (from 27 April until 1 October):
Name changes are permitted with no penalty.
Cancellations are permitted, and the registration fee will be reimbursed, subject to an administrative fee of 50 EUR.
From 2 months until the event starts (from 2 October until 1 December):
Name changes are permitted with an administrative fee of 60 EUR per change.
Cancellations are not refundable.
On-site badge reprinting has an administrative fee of 45 EUR per reprint.
ESOT Membership
Become part of Europe’s largest network of dedicated transplant professionals whilst benefiting from reduced fees for all ESOT events and courses! If you are not yet a member, please join us today.
ESOT Team
Irene Garcia
ESOT Team – Head of Congress & Events
irene.garcia@esot.org
Our bespoke approach ensures each industry partner benefits from a successful, valuable meeting experience. Explore the vast and varied sponsorship opportunities available to industry partners.
Are you interested in supporting this initiative?
Please do not hesitate to contact Irene Garcia, our Head of Events & Congress.
Her direct email address is irene.garcia@esot.org
Early Fee [till 7 Sep]
Regular ESOT Member EUR 395.00
Regular Non-member EUR 545.00
Nurse/Trainee/AHP ESOT Member EUR 335.00
Nurse/Trainee/AHP Non-Member EUR 485.00
Low/middle-income countries ESOT Member EUR 150.00
Low/middle-income countries Non-Member EUR 180.00
Industry EUR 680.00
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