August 2027 · Passau, Germany

Program

Currents of Change… is organized around mechanistic bridges between inflammation, extracellular matrix biology, mechanosensing, and vascular fate decisions—spanning discovery to translation.

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Program Structure

Session Format

Keynotes + Invited Talks to set the mechanistic frame.
Abstract-selected talks to elevate emerging science and early-career investigators.
Moderated discussion blocks focused on cross-field synthesis and open questions.
Poster + flash talk sessions with protected, structured interaction time.

Scientific Logic

We intentionally mix pulmonary and systemic vascular biology, immunology, matrix science, biophysics, metabolism, and engineered systems to identify convergent principles and actionable targets.

The on‑vessel format supports extended conversations and repeated interactions—optimizing collaboration, mentoring, and hypothesis generation.

Scientific Themes

Inflammation & Immune–Vascular Crosstalk Matrix Remodeling & Fibrotic Transitions Mechanosensing & Hemodynamic Forces Endothelial Plasticity & Cell Fate Metabolic Reprogramming & Mitochondrial Function Engineered Vascular Systems & Spatial Biology

Note: The detailed schedule will be finalized as speakers are confirmed and abstracts are reviewed. A draft daily structure is provided below.

Draft Daily Structure

Day 1 · Arrival & Opening Currents

Welcome · Framing Keynote · Networking

Opening remarks and meeting orientation
Keynote: Mechanistic convergence across vascular beds
Welcome reception and structured introductions

Day 2 · Inflammation ↔ Matrix

Immune signaling · ECM remodeling · Fibrotic transitions

Invited session + discussion: immune–vascular interfaces
Invited session + discussion: ECM turnover, stiffness, and scarring
Poster session I (with optional flash talks)

Day 3 · Mechanosensing & Hemodynamics

Force sensing · Endothelium as transducer · Remodeling

Keynote + invited talks: mechanotransduction pathways
Panel discussion: “What is the minimal mechanistic unit?”
Abstract-selected talks I

Day 4 · Fate, Plasticity, and Metabolism

Cell fate · Senescence · Mitochondria · Immunometabolism

Invited session: endothelial plasticity and fate decisions
Invited session: metabolic control of vascular dysfunction
Poster session II + abstract-selected talks II

Day 5 · Engineered Systems & Translation

Organoids · Spatial biology · Therapeutic pathways

Engineered vascular platforms and spatial/omics integration
Translational roundtable (mechanism-first, non-promotional)
Closing synthesis: “Currents of change” and next questions

Participation Opportunities

Abstracts

We encourage abstracts that bridge disciplines and link mechanism to phenotype. Abstracts will be considered for posters, flash talks, and a limited number of short oral presentations.

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Trainee Support

The program is designed to maximize visibility and interaction for early‑career investigators through structured poster time, discussion blocks, and abstract-selected talks.

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Stay in the loop

Registration dates, confirmed speakers, and the detailed timetable will be posted as they become available.