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Barcelona,
Spain
Meeting type
In-Person Meeting
Innovations in SLD Think-Tank 2025
General
What's New
Welcome from the Program Chairs
Innovations in SLD Think-Tank: Industry, practitioners and patient advocates translating science into diagnoses, prevention, treatments, and policy.
During this two-day intensive, our five roundtables will focus on key areas emphasized in the recent global consensus on research and action priorities:
1. Bridging the Diagnostics Gap:
SLD is experiencing cutting-edge advances for testing, accelerated uses for artificial intelligence, and fully scalable industrial solutions for diagnostics. Yet a chasm between increasing prevalence and diagnoses persists.
- At Innovations we will intensively focus together on bridge-building to cross this diagnosis chasm.
2. Prevention is the ‘Cure’ Hidden in Plain Sight:
The socio-economic burden of SLD is growing almost unabated. Yet metabolic dysfunction can be addressed through prevention. Translating clinical evidence into real-world practice and sustaining patient health outcomes remains a steadfast challenge.
- At Innovations we will ideate next-generation solutions to reinvigorate prevention in the public health policy and SLD practice.
3. The Future of Treatments Now:
Hard-fought, not-yet-won MASH pharmacological therapeutics may yet be approved by regulators later this year. Moreover, evidence-based lifestyle interventions remain crucial with - and especially without - drug approvals for patient treatment and care.
- At Innovations industry, practitioners and patient-advocates will hammer-out immediately actionable steps for what we anticipate being a rapidly evolving treatments landscape for SLD patients, particularly MASH patients.
4. Making Ready Our World Unready:
Comorbidity is “growing younger,” yet global policy still ‘thinks’ of non-communicable disease co-morbidities as a condition of aging. We rapidly approach a world in which 1 in 10 people by the age of 18 will present with at least two metabolic associated-dysfunction comorbidities. While policy recognizes diseases and conditions like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, SLD is under-addressed and in many cases completely absent from public health policy and health systems preparedness.
- At Innovations industry, practitioners and patient-advocates will discern together both policy-oriented recommendations (e.g., reflect SLD) and operationally necessary actions (e.g., grow the SLD community of practice) to prepare the world, especially health systems, for this growing reality.
5. Targeting Investments for Social and Economic Returns:
2030 fast approaches. Will history report that the Sustainable Development Goals were merely aspirational? Or might the record reflect that a ‘dedicated few’ boldly stepped-forward to path-find targeted choices and scalable paths for the many?
- At Innovations we will roll-up our sleeves, pull-out our compasses, illustrate best-buy choices and chart paths – some obvious, others unconventional.
Join us in Barcelona. Be the change.
Remember to bring your dancing shoes!
Program Chairs
General Information
COVID-19 Update
Responding to the changing COVID-19 situation, the Innovations in SLD Think-Tank 2025 will be held as an in-person meeting.
We are available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have about your participation. For more information, please contact Dominika Balounova via Dominika.balounova@amededu.com.
We are available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have about your participation. For more information, please contact Dominika Balounova via Dominika.balounova@amededu.com.
Who Should Attend?
- Hepatologists
- Diabetologists
- Endocrinologists
- Obesity experts
- Internal medicine specialists
- Gastroenterologists
- Primary care physicians
- Dieticians
- Nurses
- Physiotherapists
- Policymakers
- Public health officials
- Patient advocates
- Diabetologists
- Endocrinologists
- Obesity experts
- Internal medicine specialists
- Gastroenterologists
- Primary care physicians
- Dieticians
- Nurses
- Physiotherapists
- Policymakers
- Public health officials
- Patient advocates
Meeting Objectives
The meeting aims to:
- Gather patients and leading experts from different disciplines involved in MASLD care;
- Share the knowledge that exists in different fields and healthcare facilities; and
- Raise awareness and support the implementation of multidisciplinary management of MASLD.
- Gather patients and leading experts from different disciplines involved in MASLD care;
- Share the knowledge that exists in different fields and healthcare facilities; and
- Raise awareness and support the implementation of multidisciplinary management of MASLD.
Learning Objectives
After participating in this meeting, participants will be able to:
- Define the epidemiology of MASLD and its interplay with other cardio-metabolic complications;
- Describe clinical care pathways for the risk stratification and management of MASLD patients;
- Evaluate weight management in patients with MASLD;
- Reflect on the implementation of comprehensive models of care for MASLD/NASH; and
- Classify pharmacotherapeutics used for obesity, diabetes, and those in the pipeline for NASH.
- Define the epidemiology of MASLD and its interplay with other cardio-metabolic complications;
- Describe clinical care pathways for the risk stratification and management of MASLD patients;
- Evaluate weight management in patients with MASLD;
- Reflect on the implementation of comprehensive models of care for MASLD/NASH; and
- Classify pharmacotherapeutics used for obesity, diabetes, and those in the pipeline for NASH.
Practical Information
Venue
The venue will be announced closer to the think-tank.
Badges
All participants are requested to wear the badge at all times during the conference to ensure admission to the meeting.
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance will be sent to participants after they successfully complete the program and post-meeting survey.
Language
The official language of the meeting is English.
Translation will not be provided.
Translation will not be provided.
Disclaimer
This think-tank is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The Organizing Secretariat of this event, Virology Education, cannot accept any liability for the scientific content of the sessions or for any claims which may result from the use of information or publications from this meeting. Virology Education disclaims all liability for injuries or losses of whatever nature incurred by individuals attending the conference.
Liability and Insurance
By registering for the meeting participants agree that the organizers do not accept responsibility for medical, travel or personal insurance. Participants are advised to take out their own insurance policies.
Photographs, Audio, and Video Recording
Photographs, audio, and video recordings are not permitted at the official meeting sessions. Only the official medical writer appointed by the organization may make recordings. All presentations will be posted here as soon as possible after the think-tank is finished, provided the speaker has given permission to do so.
Code of Conduct
All attendees, speakers, co-organizers, partners, endorsers, suppliers, volunteers, and employees at any of our programs are expected to observe our Code of Conduct. We cannot tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, disrespect, or the marginalization of those involved in our programs. All participants of VE and AME-organized programs are expected to treat others with dignity and respect at all times.
Any individual who feels discriminated against, harassed, disrespected, or marginalized is encouraged to report the incident(s) to VE and AME via info@amededu.com or to one of our on-site personnel.
Any participant who is found to have exhibited any inappropriate conduct or behavior against others may be removed from the program.
Any individual who feels discriminated against, harassed, disrespected, or marginalized is encouraged to report the incident(s) to VE and AME via info@amededu.com or to one of our on-site personnel.
Any participant who is found to have exhibited any inappropriate conduct or behavior against others may be removed from the program.
Program
The program is currently under development, more on that will be shared soon.
You can review the program from Innovations in SLD Think-Tank 2024 here.
Registration
Registration is open.
Innovations in SLD Think-Tank
Think-Tank program: <definition>
Think tanks are organized to generate ideas and provide insights and recommendations on various subjects, such as policy, economics, technology, social issues, or international relations.
Overall, think-tank programs play a crucial role in contributing to informed decision-making, shaping public discourse, and addressing complex challenges by providing evidence-based research and policy recommendations. These programs are often associated with intellectual rigor, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to advancing knowledge in their respective fields.
Fees and Conditions
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| Early Fee (payment before/on 31 October 2024) | €595 |
| Standard Fee (payment before/on 30 April 2025) | €745 |
| Onsite/Same Day Fee (payment on/after 1 May 2025) | €795 |
| Abstract submitters who are eligible as: Early-career investigators (ECI); OR "Regular Delegates" from a resource-limited setting (RLS) |
50% discount on the early fee |
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Abstract submitters who are eligible as "Regular delegates" from a high income countries |
Early applicable fee |
| Early-career investigators (ECI) & "Regular Delegates" from a resource-limited setting (RLS) | 50% discount on the current applicable fee |
| Representatives of endorsing organizations | 25% discount on the current applicable fee |
| Representatives of sponsoring industry | Please contact the think-tank secretariat |
| Financial Concerns | If you have financial concerns, please contact the think-tank secretariat |
Important
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AME (Academic Medical Education) reserves the right to cancel improper registrations. Claims for a refund will not be honored.
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We strongly advise that you register early to ensure your registration.
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Submission of your online registration does not guarantee that your registration has been accepted. Your registration is final when full prepayment has been received and a confirmation of your registration has been sent.
Registration Fee Includes
- Access to all scientific sessions
- Think-Tank materials
- Think-Tank materials
Group Registration
For registration of groups larger than 5 participants, please contact Dominika Balounova at Dominika.balounova@amededu.com to use the Group Registration Portal.
Early-Career Investigators / Academia from Resource-limited Settings (RLS)
We are pleased to offer complimentary registration to early-career investigators and academia from low-income and lower-middle-income countries with an accepted abstract and a 50% discount on the registration fee without an accepted abstract.
IMPORTANT: Complimentary registration is offered to the presenting author only.
To be eligible as an early-career investigator, one should either be a current Master/PhD student or have obtained an MD/PharmD/PhD degree in the last five years. An application form needs to be completed by a supervisor and received by the Academic Medical Education secretariat at least two weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Academic Medical Education will contact the early-career investigator with instructions regarding the registration procedure.
IMPORTANT: Complimentary registration is offered to the presenting author only.
To be eligible as an early-career investigator, one should either be a current Master/PhD student or have obtained an MD/PharmD/PhD degree in the last five years. An application form needs to be completed by a supervisor and received by the Academic Medical Education secretariat at least two weeks prior to the start of the workshop. Academic Medical Education will contact the early-career investigator with instructions regarding the registration procedure.
Payment
By credit card only: online or by written authorization (see online registration).
Please contact the conference secretariat via Dominika.balounova@amededu.com if you need to make alternative arrangements.
Please contact the conference secretariat via Dominika.balounova@amededu.com if you need to make alternative arrangements.
Cancellation Policy
In case of cancellation, the following refunds are applicable:
- Cancellation before/on 31 April 2025: 50% refund (minus an administration fee of €40)
- Cancellation after 1 May 2025: Unfortunately, no refund will be given
If you are unable to attend the meeting a substitute delegate is always welcome at no extra charge, provided that a letter of authorization from the original participant has been received and the conference secretariat has been notified of the name of the substitute delegate before 10 May 2025. A statement (email/letter) of cancellation must be sent to AME.
- Cancellation before/on 31 April 2025: 50% refund (minus an administration fee of €40)
- Cancellation after 1 May 2025: Unfortunately, no refund will be given
If you are unable to attend the meeting a substitute delegate is always welcome at no extra charge, provided that a letter of authorization from the original participant has been received and the conference secretariat has been notified of the name of the substitute delegate before 10 May 2025. A statement (email/letter) of cancellation must be sent to AME.
Liability and Insurance
By registering for the conference, participants agree that the organizers do not accept responsibility for medical, travel, or personal insurance. Participants are advised to take out their own insurance policies.
Media Registration
In order to register as a media participant for the Think-Tank, the conference secretariat needs to receive:
1. Proof of accreditation
2. Valid identification (e.g. passport)
3. A letter from your assignment giver stating the details of your assignment (e.g. editor)
4. At least 3 previous written assignments in recognized outlets on HIV. If you are a freelance journalist, the assignments can be from different (recognizable) news outlets. Links to online publications are accepted
5. The website of the publication(s)/blog(s) that will be featuring your story on this workshop
A complimentary or reduced registration fee may apply for accredited media participants depending on availability. Preference will be given to credible print and online news sources. Please contact the conference secretariat for registration conditions.
We would like to receive a copy of your workshop report/ article once it is finalized.
All credentials will be verified by the Organizing Committee of the Workshop. Media representatives are kindly requested to register by sending the above-mentioned information to info@amededu.com.
Important: Media is restricted to the written press. Recording on film or photo is not allowed. Virology Education will request a copy of the written piece once it is finalized. Media representatives must also agree to abide by the 2020 embargo policy.
1. Proof of accreditation
2. Valid identification (e.g. passport)
3. A letter from your assignment giver stating the details of your assignment (e.g. editor)
4. At least 3 previous written assignments in recognized outlets on HIV. If you are a freelance journalist, the assignments can be from different (recognizable) news outlets. Links to online publications are accepted
5. The website of the publication(s)/blog(s) that will be featuring your story on this workshop
A complimentary or reduced registration fee may apply for accredited media participants depending on availability. Preference will be given to credible print and online news sources. Please contact the conference secretariat for registration conditions.
We would like to receive a copy of your workshop report/ article once it is finalized.
All credentials will be verified by the Organizing Committee of the Workshop. Media representatives are kindly requested to register by sending the above-mentioned information to info@amededu.com.
Important: Media is restricted to the written press. Recording on film or photo is not allowed. Virology Education will request a copy of the written piece once it is finalized. Media representatives must also agree to abide by the 2020 embargo policy.
Disclaimer
This think-tank is intended for educational purposes only and aims to offer participants the opportunity to share information. The organizing secretariat of this workshop, Virology Education, cannot accept any liability for the scientific content of the sessions or for any claims which may result from the use of information or publications from this workshop. Academic Medical Education disclaims all liability for injuries or losses of whatever nature incurred by individuals attending the workshop. In case of cancellation of the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances, Virology Education cannot be held responsible for expenses made for travel, accommodation, visa applications, etc.
Committees
Program Directors
Local Chair
The members of the Organizing Committee are a group of carefully selected experts and inspirational leaders in their respective fields. They meet frequently to discuss the scientific program of the workshop, identify interesting topics and candidate speakers, and review all submitted abstracts.
The members of Scientific Committee are hand-picked by the Organizing Committee and the conference secretariat based on their significant contributions and commitment to the field. They assist the Organizing Committee by providing them with suggestions for speakers and topics. In addition, members of the Scientific Committee participate in reviewing submitted abstracts, and play an active role during the workshop as moderators and/or chairs of sessions.
Scientific Program Coordinator
Support
Financial backing helps us deliver an impactful think-tank experience for the benefit of healthcare professionals and community representatives involved in MASLD/MASH.
This collaboration plays a vital role in both the organizational as well as scientific success of the program.
To show your commitment to the cause and get in touch with us for a tailored support package, please contact Brenda Evan at Brenda.Evan@amededu.com or call +31 30 230 7149
By supporting this program, we can offer the following advantages for your company.* Please contact us for the most recent support level benefits for this program.
Symposium opportunities
- Non-commercial interviews with company representatives
- Verbal acknowledgment during the program
- Discounted and complimentary registrations for your representatives
- Company acknowledgment on digital meeting materials including but not limited to newsletters, flyers, the streaming platform, and our website
- Company acknowledgment on printed meeting materials including but not limited to banners and the program book
- Digital and printed advertising opportunities
- Social media shout-outs
- Logo on the event bag
*Subject to the support level
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