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
Room: 2.3 Mississippi
Maastricht, The Netherlands
The Application is now closed.
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, 5 May 2026
16:00-18:00
Room 2.4 Congo
Maastricht, The Netherlands
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.
Joint WISE-DEI Council Symposium and Network Event
Tuesday, 5 May 2026,
18:30-20:30
Room 1.3 Vercors
Maastricht, The Netherlands
Women Initiative for Stroke in Europe (WISE) and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council welcome anyone interested in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in stroke research and careers. This event offers an opportunity to connect with members, exchange ideas, and discuss key inequities in stroke, including ethnic disparities across Europe and globally, as well as differences related to gender and mental health.
Nurses and Allied Health Professions Networking Lunch
Wednesday, 6 May 2026
12:30-14:00
Room: 1.1 Himalaya
Maastricht, The Netherlands
The Nurses and Allied Health Professions Committee (NaAHPs) invites all NaAHPs to join this networking lunch. The NaAHP Committee is an initiative aimed at enhancing the multidisciplinary approach to stroke management and improving patient outcomes across Europe by promoting best practices within stroke care, facilitating collaboration, and advocating for the involvement of NaAHPs in educational events and research activities. This networking lunch is a great opportunity to learn about the NaAHPs Committee and how to get involved, connect with peers, exchange experiences, and build professional relationships in an informal setting.
Health Economics Masterclass
Thursday, 7 May 2026
13:15-14:45
Room: 0.2 Berlin
Maastricht, The Netherlands
We invite stroke care advocates who want to deepen engagement with policymakers and
government representatives to join us in elevating stroke on the public agenda.
This initiative is jointly organised by ESO, the Stroke Action Plan for Europe (SAP-E) and Philips.
This exclusive Health Economics 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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