ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM
More than three decades of research on understanding, isolating and characterizing stem cells led to the development of this powerful technology. In recent years stem cell technology has been employed to generate specific cell types like cardiomyocytes, nephrons, neurons, oligodendrocytes and astrocytes etc for research and biotechnological applications. In addition, several clinical trials based on stem cells have started to treat patients suffering from various diseases. This EORM Symposium aims to connect researchers studying the stem cells for their application in research and the clinics. We envision a truly interdisciplinary meeting with presentations on various types of stem cells and their therapeutic applications.
About EORM Courses and Symposium
EORM Courses and Symposium are selected for their excellent scientific quality and timelines, provision of good networking activities for all participants and speaker gender diversity (at least 40% of speakers must be from the underrepresented gender).
Organisers are encouraged to implement measures to make the meeting environmentally more sustainable.
Speakers

Professor Dr. Helmut KettenmannMax Delbruck Center Germany, Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM), IT
Programme
Theme: Fundamentals of Hematopoietic Stem Cells
09:30–10:00 AM
Registration and poster set up
10:00–11:00 AM
Lecture 1: Introduction to Stem Cells and Hematopoiesis
11:00–11:15 AM
Tea Break
11:15–12:30 PM
Lecture 2: Bone Marrow Microenvironment and HSC Niche
12:30–01:30 PM
Lunch Break
01:30–03:00 PM
Practical/Demonstration: Bone Marrow Cell Morphology
03:00–04:00 PM
Interactive Session: Clinical Importance of Hematopoietic Stem Cells
04:00–04:30 PM
Discussion & Quiz
Theme: Isolation and Processing of HSCs
09:30–10:30 AM
Lecture 3: Sources of Hematopoietic Stem Cells
10:30–11:30 AM
Lecture 4: Stem Cell Isolation and Processing Techniques
11:30–11:45 AM
Tea Break
11:45–01:00 PM
Hands-on: Density Gradient Centrifugation and PBMC Isolation
01:00–02:00 PM
Lunch Break
02:00–03:30 PM
Practical: Cell Counting and Viability Assays
03:30–04:30 PM
Demonstration: Cryopreservation and Stem Cell Storage
Theme: Characterization and Molecular Analysis
09:30–10:30 AM
Lecture 5: CD Markers and Immunophenotyping of HSCs
10:30–11:30 AM
Lecture 6: Flow Cytometry in Stem Cell Research
11:30–11:45 AM
Tea Break
11:45–01:30 PM
Demonstration/Hands-on: Flow Cytometric Analysis of CD34+ Cells
01:30–02:30 PM
Lunch Break
02:30–03:30 PM
Practical: RNA Isolation and PCR Basics
03:30–04:30 PM
Data Analysis and Interpretation Session
Theme: Clinical Applications and Advanced Biotechnology
09:30–10:30 AM
Lecture 7: Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
10:30–11:30 AM
Lecture 8: HLA Matching and Graft-versus-Host Disease
11:30–11:45 AM
Tea Break
11:45–01:00 PM
Case Study Discussion: Leukemia and Stem Cell Therapy
01:00–02:00 PM
Lunch Break
02:00–03:00 PM
Lecture 9: Gene Editing and CRISPR Applications in HSCs
03:00–04:30 PM
Expert Talk / Virtual Lab Tour / Industry Interaction
Theme: Emerging Trends, Ethics and Valedictory
09:30–10:30 AM
Lecture 10: HSCs in Regenerative Medicine and Personalized Therapy
10:30–11:30 AM
Lecture 11: Ethical and Regulatory Aspects of Stem Cell Research
11:30–11:45 AM
Tea Break
11:45–01:00 PM
Participant Presentations / Group Activity
01:00–02:00 PM
Lunch Break
02:00–03:00 PM
Final Assessment / Feedback Session
03:00–04:00 PM
Valedictory Ceremony & Certificate Distribution
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand hematopoietic stem cell biology and hematopoiesis
- Perform basic stem cell isolation and characterization techniques
- Interpret flow cytometry and molecular biology data
- Understand clinical transplantation procedures and regenerative applications
- Gain exposure to advanced biotechnology tools including CRISPR and cell therapy
Registration
- Registration Deadline
- 5 March, 2026
- Abstract Submission Deadline
- 20 Feb, 2026
- Chosen Participants Will Be Notified By
- Payment Deadline
- 5 March, 2026
- Participants Confirmation
- 10 March, 2026
- STUDENT/POSTDOCS EUR 450
- ACADEMIC EUR 550
- INDUSTRY EUR 950
a) Meeting is limited to 200 participants (including invited speakers).
b) Abstract submission and poster presentation are encouraged
c) Registration will be stopped on 5th October or earlier if all slots are covered.
d) Payment is required in order to validate this registration.
Registration includes:
- Participation in the scientific event
- Conference Materials
- Meals (except dinner of the second night)
Excluding accommodation
Payment
The registration fee should be paid no later than October 10th
Selection criteria
Participants will be accepted by registration order.
Oral presentations and flash talks will be selected from submitted abstracts and a number of slots will be reserved for early career researchers. All selected participants will give their presentations in the form of posters.
Abstract guidelines
The abstract limit is 250 words.
Poster specifications
The poster size should be 1 m x 1.5 m (length x height) or A0 portrait. Specific time slots will be assigned for each participant to be present in person with his/her poster for direct scientific interaction.
Travel grants and registration fee waivers
Travel grants and registration fee waivers are available for participants.
Selection of awardees is handled directly by the organizers. EORM travel grants and registration fee waivers are allocated on the basis of the quality of the submitted abstract.
Applicants do not need to apply separately for these but should indicate on the registration form if they wish to be considered.
Additional travel grants are available for EMBC Associate Member States Chile, India, Singapore and Taiwan.
Special travel grants and registration fee waivers
A limited number of travel grants and registration fee waivers are availablefor scientists working in Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, Slovenia and Turkey. Grants are allocated on the basis of the quality of the submitted abstract.
A maximum of 700 Euros per participant are available to cover registration fees, travel, and accommodation (no additional subsistence costs can be covered). To apply, please indicate the itemized amount requested in the travel grants section of the registration form.
Child care grants
EORM Courses and Symposium offers grants to offset additional childcare costs incurred by participants or speakers when participating at any EORM Courses and Workshop funded meeting. Eligible costs include fees for a caregiver or child-care facility, travel costs for a caregiver, or travel costs for taking the child to the meeting etc. Please indicate on the registration form whether you would like to be considered for the grant. Please also describe how you intend to use the childcare grant and specify the sum that you will need.
Code of conduct
Anti-harassment and non-discrimination policy
At EORM, we believe that harassment and discriminatory behaviour are unacceptable in any setting. EORM's code of conduct is applicable for all participants of this EORM meeting and can be found here.
Contact
Prof. Simon P. Hoerstrup
Email: simon.hoerstrup@eorm.eu
registration@eorm.eu
enquiry@eorm.eu
Main Organizer/Chair
Co-Organizers
Anna Halk ahalk@eorm.eu Center for Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (LU-ATMP), Lund University, Lund, Sweden
Venue
Institute for Regenerative Medicine (IREM),
University of Zurich, Wagistrasse 12/9
Zurich, Switzerland.
Accommodation
Accommodations are not included in the registration fees and a list of suggested hotels will be provided
Transport
The journey time between Vienna International Airport and University of Vienna is around 37 min and covers a distance of around 24 km. This includes an average layover time of around 3 min. University of Vienna is accessible by buses or taxis from an international airport. Operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB) and Wiener Linien, the Vienna International Airport to University of Vienna service departs from Flughafen Wien and arrives in University of Vienna. Typically 428 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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