Elevate your ESOC journey with these conference side events, setting the stage for an exceptional conference experience.
These pre-day and side events are designed to foster meaningful connections among colleagues from diverse disciplines, institutions, and countries, cultivating an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages knowledge exchange and professional networking.
3rd ICH Academy Meeting (IAM)
Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Maastricht, The Netherlands
The ICH Academy Meeting is a premier event that brings together stroke scientists and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advancements in intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) This meeting could also be an opportunity for young physicians and researchers to present, discuss and advance their research programmes with colleagues and international experts in ICH. On top of teaching course provided by faculties, selected young researchers will have the chance to deliver oral presentations on their research projects.
ESO will grant a 10,000 Euros research grant to the best clinical and basic science projects.
ESOTA Interactive Networking Session
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
16:00-18:00
Helsinki, Finland
This networking session aims to foster European collaboration in stroke research, support capacity-building in clinical trials across all experience levels, and offer expert insights into overcoming common trial challenges. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect and hear about the updates and developments of the ESOTA network members.
WISE Networking Event
Tuesday, 20 May 2025,
18:30-20:00
Helsinki, Finland
WISE welcomes anyone interested in working for diversity in stroke from a career and research perspective. This will be a great opportunity to catch up, meet with members, and exchange ideas
WISE meets at Dylan Böle, Pasilankatu 10, 00240 Helsinki for their annual networking event.
Stroke Advocacy Masterclass
Thursday, 22 May 2025
13:15-14:45
Helsinki, Finland
We are calling on stroke care advocates who want to deepen engagement with policymakers and government representatives to prioritise stroke care on the public agenda. This initiative is jointly organised by ESO, Stroke Action Plan for Europe (SAP-E) and Philips.
This exclusive Advocacy Masterclass is only available to ESOC participants with valid registration and there are limited spaces available.
Your voice and experience are central to getting stroke awareness higher on political agendas.
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