Building Networks 2026: Engineering In Vascular Biology

Building Networks 2026: Engineering In Vascular Biology is organized by European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) and will be held from May 13 - 15, 2026 at PRBB Parc de Recerca Biomèdica de Barcelona, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.

Conference overview:
Vascularisation is a rapidly growing field, with researchers across disciplines recognising its crucial role in organ development, disease progression, and therapeutic delivery. Traditionally, vascular biologists have relied on animal models to investigate key processes such as vascular signalling, angiogenesis, and remodelling. These models remain foundational, however, they do not always fully capture human-specific vascular behaviour.

In recent years, advances in multicellular systems, gene editing, stem cell technologies, and bioengineering have created new opportunities to study vascular biology in vitro using human cells.

This upcoming edition of the meeting aims to unite researchers working at the intersection of engineering and vascular biology, facilitating discussions on how to apply cutting-edge techniques in spatial omics, advanced imaging, and the use of AI in vascular research.

Session Topics:

• Vascular development, disease, and models
• Mechano-vascular biology
• Metabolism, signalling, and angiogenesis
• Organ-specific models and biology
• Imaging and bioengineered models
• Vascular identity, blood and lymphatics
• Computational models and AI