Innovation Session

The Innovation Session at ESOC 2026 will spotlight the next generation of breakthroughs shaping the future of stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery.

This unique session will bring together academics, clinicians, start-ups, industry leaders, and investors to exchange ideas, showcase innovations, and foster collaborations that accelerate patient impact. Join the innovation session at ESOC 2026, dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking ideas, devices, and technologies that will redefine stroke treatment and care.

Meet the brightest minds across academia, start-ups, and industry – all driving real-world impact.

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Objectives

Showase cutting-edge innovations in stroke diagnostics, treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
Bridge research and commercialization by connecting academics and innovators with industry and investment partners.
Encourage cross-sector collaboration for faster translation of scientific advances into clinical practice.
Educate participants about new and upcoming options and novel treatments.

What to expect

1. OPENING: “The Future of Stroke Innovation” – Carlos Molina, Vall d’Hebron Barcelona
2. PITCH SESSIONS: Short presentations from selected innovators
3. NETWORKING AND INTERACTION

Who should present

We welcome submissions from:

Academic researchers with promising studies, pilot data, or clinical trial concepts.
Start-ups and spin-offs developing novel devices, digital tools, AI solutions, or care models.
Established companies introducing emerging technologies or pipeline products.
Clinicians and innovators with transformative ideas that could shape the future of stroke care.

Innovations will be featured in the ESOC Innovation Stage section on the conference website and app (text to be submitted by presenters).

Hear from Carlos Molina on why to join the Innovation Session at ESOC 2026.

Submission and Selection

Proposals will be reviewed by the ESOC 2026 Innovation Session Task Force.

Submissions should include:

200-word abstract or pitch summary
1-slide overview of innovation, study or trial
Contact details and affiliation

Deadline for Submissions: 28 February 2026

Notification of Acceptance: March 2026

Innovation Session: Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 16:30-17:30 CEST during ESOC 2026 in Maastricht

Submit via: esoinfo@eso-stroke.org

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