XXVII European Congress of Perinatal Medicine (ECPM) is organized by MCA Scientific Events, European Association of Perinatal Medicine (EAPM) and will be held from Jul 14 - 17, 2021 at Lisbon Congress Centre, Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Animal Models of Cancer Conference: From Cancer Genetics to Precision Oncology is organized by Fusion Conferences Ltd and will be held from Nov 03 - 06, 2021 at Dolce CampoReal Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal. Target Audience: • Basic scientists studying all aspects of cancer biology • Scientists and clinicians performing translational work, especially those using mouse models for preclinical studies • Investigators from the biotech and pharma industries who are interested in state-of-the-art animal modeling approaches Description: The first genetically engineered mice were created more than 40 years ago. Since then, steady improvements in the field have allowed for the generation of experimentally controllable and genetically accurate models for many human cancers. Recent technological advances in genome editing are pushing this frontier and new animal models are directly impacting precision medicine approaches by enabling the functional evaluation of larger numbers of genetic and epigenetic alterations, by providing pre-clinical and co-clinical platforms to evaluate new therapies, and by allowing for the detailed study of tumor biology that cannot be approached in cell-based systems, immunocompromised animals, or patients. While animal modeling has been a staple of the cancer biology community for decades, it is only now maturing to its fullest potential. This conference will focus on three major areas: First, it will present new approaches to generate precise and complex genetic alterations in mice and other animals to better “humanize” models and allow for in vivo studies of cancer gene function. Second, it will highlight studies to investigate fundamental mechanisms of cancer initiation and progression, including the cell of origin of tumors, their evolution, their metabolism, and their interactions with the immune system. Finally, the meeting will explore how genetically engineered animal models can help evaluate the efficacy of novel therapeutic approaches and to decipher mechanisms of therapeutic resistance. Educational Need: Cancer genome sequencing provides an unprecedented view of recurrent alterations in human cancers and the development of highly effective targeted therapies and immune-modulatory therapies constitutes major victories. Nevertheless, the function of genes identified from genomic studies is often poorly characterized, leaving no means of therapeutic intervention. Moreover, cancers that are initially sensitive to therapy inevitably become resistant, often through mechanisms that are not well understood. Mouse models represent an experimental system to study cancer gene function and to evaluate the efficacy and resistance mechanisms associated with specific therapies. In the past few years, other animal models have also been instrumental in studying mechanisms of tumorigenesis. This conference will provide a forum for discussion on the past, present, and future of animal models for cancer, in particular the role that these models will play in the era of precision medicine. Key Sessions: • New technologies for cancer modelling • Modeling pre-cancers and tumor initiation • Cancer metabolism • Cancer/immune interactions and tumor microenvironment • Metastasis • Preclinical trials and resistance

This conference has been CANCELLED. AOTrauma Course - Basic Principles of Fracture Management is organized by AOTrauma and will be held from Jul 03 - Nov 29, 2020 at Tomar, Santarem, Portugal. Target Audience: Orthopaedic surgery, Residency, Trauma surgery Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

AOTrauma Course - Foot & Ankle Reconstruction is organized by AOTrauma and will be held from Nov 12 - 14, 2020 at Lisbon, Portugal. Description: Surgeons participating in the course will concentrate on the application of surgical planning and advanced techniques in the management of complex foot and ankle injuries. The course will be taught in a modular format. A limited number of evidence-based lectures will cover the key information required. In practical exercises and anatomical specimen workshops participants will be trained in the application of different techniques and approaches. Discussing cases in small groups will help participants to understand decision-making and management skills. This course is aimed at orthopedic surgeons and residents, of the 5th and 6th year. They must have already completed the AOTrauma Basic Principles Course. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

ESSO Advanced Course on Pancreatic Cancer Surgery is organized by  European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO) and will be held from Nov 25 - 27, 2020 at Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal. Target group: • Senior residents in surgery • Fellow surgeons • Junior and experienced consultant surgeons Aim of Course: This 3-day course is designed to provide an insight on the most recent updates in pancreatic cancer surgery and how to deal with the most challenging situations that pancreatic surgeons will face during their career. Participants will become familiar with the most advanced and innovative surgical approaches and techniques for treatment of pancreatic cancer as well as with the most appropriate management of pancreatic surgery-related complications. They will recognize areas of uncertainty in the indications and timing of surgery for pancreatic cancer and controversies in. Tips&tricks video sessions will provide a comprehensive insight on advanced dissection and vascular reconstruction techniques even in the field of minimally invasive approach to the pancreas. A hands-on practical session on 3D-models will provide an opportunity to practice vascular reconstruction or unfamiliar anastomotic techniques. In the last part of the course, real-life case reports will be discussed simulating a real multidisciplinary board where participants will be able to interactively test their learning, especially regarding therapeutic indications and complications management. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

19th Congress of the European Neuroendocrine Association (ENEA) is organized by European Neuroendocrine Association (ENEA) and will be held from Nov 29 - Dec 02, 2020 at Porto, Portugal. This Conference also available as Virtual. Description: ENEA is the leading society in Europe for the study of neuroendocrinology, from basic to clinical aspects, especially in the field of pituitary disorders. The ENEA meeting will be a great opportunity for networking for translation scientists. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Early Detection of Lung Cancer is organized by European Association for Cancer Research (EACR) and will be held from Nov 30 - Dec 02 , 2020 at Lisbon, Portugal. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

14th World Conference on Bioethics, Medical Ethics & Health Law is organized by ISAS International Seminars and will be held from Mar 08 - 11, 2020 at Porto Palacio Congress Hotel And Spa, Porto, Portugal. Target Audience Physicians, nurses, dentists, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, lawyers, judges, bioethics, philosophers, researchers, writers, ethics committee, teachers, educators, rectors, deans and administrators of academic institutes, hospital managers, teachers and students of medical, nursing and ethics of philosophy and law schools and faculties, professional, cultural and volunteer organization, and associations, governmental and public bodies, speech and language therapists, veterinarians, nutritionists and dieticians. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

4th European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Treatment Masterclass is organized by European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP) and will be held from Mar 09 - 11, 2021 at Catholic University of Portugal, Porto, Portugal. Target audience: The EPUAP Pressure Ulcer Masterclass is suitable for specialized clinicians, clinical researchers, basic researchers, educators, and industry who reconize the challenge of preventing and treating pressure ulcers. This international Masterclass will provide an in-depth theoretical and practical basis about pressure ulcer prevention and treatment and will be interactive, practical, and example-filled. The programme includes: • lectures by international renowned pressure ulcer experts, • workshops, • guided tour in the wound care department, • complex case discussions, group work, • networking event. Learning objectives: At the end of this Masterclass, participants will be able to: • describe the etiology and pathophysiology of pressure ulcer development; • identify risk factors for pressure ulcer development; • evaluate pressure ulcer risk assessment methods and procedures; • explain the impact of pressure ulcers on patients, carers, organisations and on the society; • diagnose and classify pressure ulcers; • describe the association between pressure ulcers, quality of care, and patient safety; • describe the evidence about support surfaces (cushions and mattresses), heel preventive devices, nutrition, and repositioning to prevent and treat pressure ulcers; • recommend effective interventions to prevent pressure ulcers and adapt the interventions to specific patient populations and contexts; • recommend effective interventions for local treatment of pressure ulcers and adapt the interventions to specific patient populations and contexts; • list indications and contra-indications for wound dressings, biological dressings, growth factors and biophysical agents for the treatment of pressure ulcers; • describe best practices for cleansing, debridement, assessment and treatment of infection and biofilms; • Describe the etiology and pathophysiology of Incontinence Associated Dermatitis (IAD) development. • Diagnose and classify IAD and develop a tailored prevention and treatment protocol for the own organisation. • develop a tailored pressure ulcer prevention and treatment protocol for the own organisation; • describe the role of surgery to treat pressure ulcers; • apply effective techniques for patient repositioning; • evaluate the strengths and limitations of pressure ulcer guidelines; • discuss the challenges related to clinical trials in the domain of pressure ulcers; • discuss methods and educational strategies for implementing pressure ulcer prevention and treatment protocols in practice. The Masterclass Will Focus on the Following Topics • Aetiology and biomechanics of pressure ulcers • Epidemiology, diagnosis and classification • Prevention (including speci­fic patients populations) • Treatment (with a focus on complex cases) • Guidelines and guideline development • Implementation, quality indicators, quality improvement projects • Basic principles about research and pressure ulcers (including health economics) Registration Fees: Including accommodation for 3 nights at Hotel Boa Vista • 1400 EUR for non-industry including hotel accommodation • 1700 EUR for industry including hotel accommodation

European Cystic Fibrosis Society (ECFS) 18th Basic Science Conference is organized by European Cystic Fibrosis Society (ECFS) and will be held from Mar 17 - 21, 2021 at Albufeira, Faro, Portugal. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.