10th International Transplant and Cellular Therapy Course

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is with great enthusiasm that we invite you to join us for the 10th International Transplant and Cellular Therapy Course, taking place from 5–7 September 2025 in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain.

This milestone event represents a decade of excellence in the field of transplantation and cellular therapy. Over the years, this course has become a beacon of cutting-edge education, science, and meaningful connections among professionals dedicated to advancing patient care.

Barcelona, renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and dynamic culture, provides the perfect backdrop for this gathering of global thought leaders, experts, and rising stars in the field. Together, we will share clinical experiences, translational and basic research, and discuss future directions that promise to shape the landscape of transplant and cellular therapy for years to come.

Whether you are a senior specialist or a young professional eager to learn, this course offers a unique platform to engage in high-quality educational sessions, interactive discussions, and networking opportunities. There will be simultaneous and combined tracks focused on adults, paediatrics, and nurses, ensuring tailored content for diverse professional backgrounds.

Mark your calendars and let us celebrate this landmark 10th edition together, continuing to build on the foundation of progress and excellence we have created as a community.

With warm regards,

Fabio Ciceri | Scientific Council Chair with Research & Sciences Portfolio
Esra Gülderen | EBMT Trainee Committee Co-Chair
Mette Hazenberg | EBMT Treasurer
Claire Horgan | EBMT Educational Task Force Representative for PDWP
Krzysztof Kalwak | PDWP Chair
Michelle Kenyon | President, Nurses Group
Donal McLornan | Scientific Council Co-Chair with Research & Sciences Portfolio
Hilda Mekelenkamp | President-Elect, Nurses Group
Mohamad Mohty | EBMT Past President, 2014–2018
Alex Rampotas | EBMT Trainee Committee Co-Chair
Annalisa Ruggeri | Scientific Council Representative with Education Portfolio
Anna Sureda | EBMT President

Programme

Please refer to the above “Preliminary Programme” button.

Please consider using the “Case & Grant Submission” button above to start the process. Beware that this submission does not imply the registration to the meeting, so please, do not forget to register by using the “Register” button.

EBMT is thrilled to announce the expansion of the EBMT Travel Grant programme, designed to enhance participation, foster inclusivity, and advance education within our Educational Meetings. These grants intend to alleviate the financial burden of in-person attendance to meetings, covering registration fees, and providing coverage for travel and accommodation expenses. 

Travel Grants for Case Presenters 

Eligible oral case presenters selected for the scientific programme of this educational course will receive an EBMT Travel Grant. The grant will cover registration fee costs, and a maximum reimbursement for travel and accommodation expenses. 

• 8 travel grants of €500
• 2 travel grants of €1000

Outreach Travel Grants

Outreach grants are also available, we encourage you to submit your work and check the correct option while applying.
2 for physicians €1800: Low-income or lower-middle-income country residents (including Ukraine) | Trainee/junior faculty from upper-middle income countries
1 for nurses €1800: Low-income or lower-middle-income country residents (including Ukraine) | No seniority status restriction+

The reimbursement will not be paid in advance, but rather after the meeting, upon receipt of the completed reimbursement form along with all relevant receipts in the correct format.

Eligibility Requirements 

To be eligible for a presenter grant, applicants must:

• Submit a case through the system (max. 500 words). You will find the main topics when you access the submission system.
• Register for the meeting via the registration platform and complete the payment. Applicants are entitled to cancel for a full refund if they do not receive a grant according to the given deadline.
• Submit proof of their trainee, junior faculty or nurse status. Junior faculty is defined by EBMT as having five years or less of experience in a faculty role. EBMT recommends a letter from the institution’s Head of Department, please find a template here.

Please, note that EBMT will collect the date of birth of the presenter for statistical purposes; however, age is not an eligibility criterion for accessing these grants.

Application Requirements 

To apply for the grant, in addition to submitting the case, applicants are required to submit the following documents through the platform:

• CV (Curriculum Vitae)
• Letter of Motivation (maximum 350 words)

Other Information

Eligible applicants who do not require or cannot accept a grant can select not to apply during the case submission. This does not have an impact on the eligibility of the case.

Non-trainee or non-junior faculty are welcome to submit their cases, but they will not be eligible for a grant. This does not have an impact on the eligibility of the case.

Selection Process

The selection will be conducted by the Scientific Committee of the educational course. Candidates will be evaluated based on their merits and the quality/relevance of their work. 

Important deadlines

Submission Deadline (*): 7 July 2025, 23:59 CEST 
Communication of Selection Results: 14 July 2025 
Deadline to Confirm Participation: 20 July 2025, 23:59 CEST 
* In case the submission deadline is extended closer to the date, communication, and confirmation deadlines will be adapted accordingly.

This EBMT grant programme is a testament to our commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and education. We believe that by removing financial barriers and amplifying diverse voices, we can create a more enriching and vibrant experience for all.

Please consider using the “Case & Grant Submission” button above to start the process. Beware that this submission does not imply the registration to the meeting, so please, do not forget to register by using the “Register” button.

Registration

The registration will close on 1 September 2025 at 23:45 CEST, or when sold out.

EBMT members can use their CIC code to enjoy the early bird fee until the registration closes or it is sold out. If you are not part of EBMT yet, please consider becoming a member. For more information, visit this page.
*Nurses, Physicians in training, Data Managers, and PhD Students will need to provide accreditation (ID card or letter from your institution) during the registration process.

The registration fee includes entry to all sessions, catering during the course, access to the Networking Event, and the certificate of attendance.

To register, please click on the “Register” button above. You can pay by credit card or wire transfer. Should you need a VISA letter, you’ll be able to download it after the registration process.
If you have any questions, please contact: education.events@ebmt.org and include "ITCTC 2025" in the subject line.

Registration Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be electronically mailed or postmarked by using the "Modify registration" button above.

Refund of registration fees will be as follows:

• In case of cancellation, up until one month prior to the beginning of the meeting, your registration fee will be reimbursed in full (less bank charges).
• If the cancellation is notified between 15 and 30 days prior to the beginning of the meeting, 50% of the registration fee will be reimbursed (less bank charges).
• Cancellations notified between 1 and 15 days registration fee will not be refunded.

Certificate of Attendance

After the event, you will receive an email with a short survey to evaluate the course. Once you have completed it, you will be able to download the certificate of attendance.

Location

Today Barcelona is one of the world's leading tourist, economic, trade fair and cultural centers, and its influence of the commerce, education, entertainment, science and arts all contribute to its status as one of the world's major global cities.

We hope to welcome you to this city and have a meeting full of education & science.

https://www.barcelonaturisme.com/

Venue

University of Barcelona - Faculty of Medicine
Address: Carrer Casanova 143, 08036 Barcelona

How to get to the venue:

From Barcelona El Prat Terminals 1 & 2, please take the metro L9 at Airport Metro Stations and go to Collblanc station, change to L5 direction to Vall d'Hebron, stop at Hospital Clinic station and walk 5 minutes to the Faculty of Medicine (next to the Hospital Clinic building). 

For more information about local transportation please consult TMB website.

Accommodation

The Faculty of Medicine has many different hotel options around and most of them are within walking distance. Please see below for some recommendations. September is still high season in Barcelona, therefore, we recommend you arrange your accommodation as soon as possible.

Travel

EBMT cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of or damage to private property of participants. Participants are advised to take out their own personal travel and health insurance for their trip.

EBAH-CME Accreditation

We are pleased to announce that this educational course will be accredited by the EBAH-CME credits system.

In order to collect your EBAH-CME credits, we recommend that you create an EBAH-CME account by clicking here. By registering on the EBAH-CME website, you will have access to the record of all other events you have already been accredited for. After the meeting, an updated attendance list will be uploaded to the EBAH-CME website.

If you already have an account, you will receive an email to evaluate the course and claim your points. If after 15 days you have not received an email regarding your credits, please contact the EBMT Educational Events Unit at education.events@ebmt.org.

Sponsorship

Silver Partner

There are various opportunities to support this meeting. For more information, please email fundraising@ebmt.org to indicate your interest.