The International Conference on Biobanking and Translational Medicine will take place on 23–25 September 2026 at the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Slovakia, organised in cooperation with EATRIS-SK.
The conference is dedicated to advancing biomedical research, biobanking, and translational medicine in Slovakia and beyond. It will bring together researchers, clinicians, biobanking experts, representatives of European research infrastructures, healthcare professionals, students, and other stakeholders from across Europe to discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities in translational medicine and biomedical research.
Over three days, participants will explore the entire translational pathway, from scientific discovery to clinical practice. Key topics include:
- The contribution of biobanking to translational research
- Biomarkers and early diagnostics
- Regenerative medicine and cell therapy
- Translational oncology
- Brain research in clinical practice
- Advances in cardiovascular disease research
- Digital health, artificial intelligence, and data science
- Modern therapeutics and drug development
The scientific programme will feature expert lectures, poster presentations, networking opportunities, and a guided tour of the National Biobank of the Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin.
Distinguished speakers from leading European research infrastructures and biobanks will include:
- Jens K. Habermann, General Director, BBMRI-ERIC
- Nektarios Liaskos, Data Strategy Manager, EATRIS-ERIC
- Helmuth Haslacher, Head of MedUni Wien Biobank (Liquid Collections), BBMRI.at
- Roman Hrstka, National Node Director, BBMRI.cz
- Giedrė Kvedaravičienė, Director of the Lithuanian Population and Rare Diseases Biobank, Vilnius University
- Anett Dancs, Head of Laboratory, BBMRI.hu
- Zora Kľocová Adamčáková, Director of the Regional Public Health Authority in Banská Bystrica and National Coordinator of the Swiss-Slovak Cooperation Programme Screening Project
- Peter Zvara, Professor of Experimental Surgery, University of Southern Denmark, and Consultant Urologist, Odense University Hospital
The conference is accredited within the Continuing Medical Education (CME) system, and participants will receive CME credits for their attendance.
In addition, the conference is an official accompanying event of the European Researchers’ Night 2026, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Slovakia’s largest science festival.
For the complete programme, speaker profiles, and additional information, please visit the conference website.
Participation is free of charge; however, registration is mandatory.
Register today at: www.icbbtm.com
