VAPES
2025-04-03 → 2025-04-05
2025-01-07 → 2025-03-04
Date: 3–5 April 2025
Location: Saints Constantine and Helena, Varna, Bulgaria
Abstract Preparation Requirements
Abstracts of participants, interested in taking part in the oral or poster sessions, must contain only original research, incl. patient presentations, and must be written in English (Times New Roman, 12 pt), up to 250 words, excluding the title and authors. Please write the full names of all authors as well as their affiliations, and up to 3 keywords at the end of the abstract.
Abstract Submission
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Application Process
In the Profile section, Edit Profile menu, enter your information in the available form.
Go to the main Participation Application menu (see Section Guide in the conference programme).
Also, please mark your presentation preference – oral or poster, during the submission process
Key Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 04 March 2025.
Notification of first authors about acceptance/form of presentation: 24 March 2025.
Availability of Abstracts
The abstracts will be printed in the Abstract Book.
Important Information
The authors of the best abstracts will be offered the opportunity to have a full text open access publication at the Scripta Scientifica Medica journal with a reasonable time for manuscript preparation, and after a peer review according to the journal requirements.
Contact Information
In case of any questions, you may contact the Organisers at citat.d@gmail.com.
03.04.2025
Arrival and accommodation (St. Constantin and Helena, Varna).
14:00 – 17:00 h - Nurses and allied health professionals’ session (in Bulgarian).
HOW DO I?
17:00 – 17:30 h - MANAGE PSYCHOLOGICAL ISSUES IN A NEWLY DIAGNOSED CHILD WITH DSD. Arianne Dessens, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
17:30 – 18:00 h - McCUNE-ALBRIGHT SYNDROME. Alison Boyce, Bethesda, Maryland, USA, on-line
18:00 – 18:30 h - MANAGE THE ESTRADIOL REPLACEMENT THERAPY IN GIRLS WITH TURNER SYNDROME. Aneta Gawlik, Katowice, Poland
18:30 - 19:00 h - Scientific lecture
19:00 – 19:45 h – Pharma symposium
20:00 – Dinner
04.04.2025
08.00 – 08.25 h - Scientific lecture
Ist session. MODERATORS: TBC
08.25 h – Official opening.
08.30 – 10.30 h – CONTEMPORARY MANAGEMENT OF DIABETES (SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENTS, TECHNOLOGY AND DIABETES)
08.30 – 09.15 h – LESSONS FROM GENETIC STUDIES IN EARLY-ONSET AUTOIMMUNE DIABETES. Matthew Johnson, Diabetes Genes, Exeter, UK
09.15 – 09.35 h – EARLY CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT THROUGH “JENIOUS” MEMBERSHIP. Maja Raicevic, ISPAD Jenious, Podgorica, Montenegro
09.35 – 10.20 h – ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR TODDLERS,CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS WITH DIABETES. Natasa Bratina, Ljubljana, Slovenia, on-line.
10:20 – 10:30 h – Questions to the speakers and discussion
10:30 – 11:00 h – Coffee break
IInd session. MODERATORS: TBC
11:00 - 13:00 h – GROWTH AND ADRENAL
11:00 – 11:45 h – CONGENITAL ADRENAL HYPERPLASIA Hedi Claahsen-van der Grinten, Niemegen, The Netherlands
11:45 – 12:30 h – DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF CONGENITAL HYPOPITUITARISM. Paul van Trotsenburg, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
12:30 – 13:15 h – TBC / IGF-1/IGFBP-3, Anders Juul, Denmark
13:15 - 13:25 h – Questions to the speakers and discussion
13:25 – 13:45 h – Scientific lecture
13:45 – 14:30 h – Lunch break.
IIIrd session.
MODERATORS: TBC
14:30 – 16:00 h – BONES
14.30 – 15.15 h – VASOPRESSIN DEFICIENCY – A CHALLENGING MANAGEMENT. Mohamad Maghnie, Genova, Italy
15:15 – 15.45 h – OSTEOGENESIS IMPERFECTA – CURRENT TREATMENT. Paul Arundel, Sheffield, UK
15:45 – 16:00 h – Questions to the speakers and discussion
16:00 – 17:00 h – Coffee break and Poster tour (MODERATORS: TBC).
IVth session.
YOUNG ENDOCRINOLOGISTS SESSION
MODERATORS: TBC
17:00 – 18.00 h – FREE COMMUNICATIONS
18:00 – 18.15 h – Q&A, discussion
18.15 – 19.00 h – Scientific lecture
19.00 – 19.45 h – Pharma symposium
20.00 h – Dinner.
05.04.2025
08.00 – 08.50 h - Scientific communication
08.50 – 09.30 h - Pharma symposium
Vth session. MODERATORS: TBC
09.30 – 11.00 h – SGA & OBESITY SESSION
09.30 – 10.15 h – SGA – CHILDHOOD OBESITY. Dinesh Giri, Bristol, UK
10.15 – 10.55 h – OBESITY, INCL. PUBLIC HEALTH DATA. Odysseas Androutsos, Thessaloniki, Greece
10.55 – 11.00 h – Questions to the speakers and discussion
11.00 – 11.30 h – Coffee break
VIth session. MODERATORS: TBC
11.30 – 12.45 h – VARIA
11.30 – 12.15 h – TRANSITION/REGISTRIES/ENDO-ERN PRESENTATION. TBC. Olaf Dekkers, Leiden, The Netherlands
12.15 – 13.00 h – CONGENITAL HYPERINSULINISM: LEARNING FROM THE PAST AND LOOKING TO THE FUTURE. Antonia Dastamani, GOSH, London, UK
13.00 – 13.10 h – Questions to the speakers and discussion
13.10 – 14.30 h – Lunch and departures.
Parallel lay public lecture on Apr 4th. Speaker to be confirmed
International Congress of Colorectal Surgery
2025-10-09 → 2025-10-11
2025-03-20 → 2025-08-31
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The abstracts and proceedings will be published in English in a Scripta Scientifica Medica journal supplement for 2025. All manuscripts are submitted in English. Application form registration: https://conferences.mu-varna.bg/a/useradmin/userregister/?lang=en If you already have an account - sign in: https://conferences.mu-varna.bg/a/useradmin/userlogin/?lang=en Using the Application Form menu, fill out and upload: title of the manuscript, names and affiliations of the authors, e-mail, a separate file with the abstract (uploaded in advance), a file with the body text of the manuscript. |
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MUVE-TEAM
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International Scientific Conference:
Exploring the Intersection of Feeding, Child Development, and Neurodiversity
Connecting Nutrition, Growth and Inclusivity
Date: 25th October 2024 – 27th October 2024
Location: Golden Tulip Hotel, Varna, Bulgaria
Supported by the EU NextGenerationEU, through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan of the Republic of Bulgaria
Project №BG-RRP-2.004-0009-C02
Medical University - Varna is pleased to invite you to the international conference titled “Exploring the Intersection of Feeding, Child Development, and Neurodiversity,” organized under the MUVE-TEAM project. The event will take place from 25 to 27 October 2024 in Varna, at the Golden Tulip Hotel.
The conference, initiated by the science group 3.1.3. NutriLect, will focus on key topics related to nutrition, growth, and inclusivity in children. Central discussions will address nutritional screening, communication and feeding disorders, innovations in therapeutic approaches to nutrition, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The psychological and social aspects of feeding in neurodiverse populations will also be explored through case studies.
Leading scholars from Bulgaria, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Romania, the USA will participate in the event.
Subtopics and Speaker Alignment
- Nutritional Screening and Strategies for Neurodiverse Children
- Early Childhood Feeding and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes
- Innovative Therapeutic Approaches to Feeding
- Communication and Feeding Disorders: Integration of Speech Therapy
- Psychological and Social Aspects of Feeding in Neurodiverse Populations
- Role of Organizations in Supporting Neurodiversity and Nutrition
- Quality of Life and Stigma in Neurodiverse Conditions
- Latest Research and Future Directions in Pediatric Nutrition
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Advocacy
- Legal and Ethical Considerations in Nutrition and Child Development
- Case Studies and Practical Interventions
Register: https://forms.gle/5WVLmZRfCeENW1mR9
Contact with organizing committee: nutrilect@googlegroups.com
Important Information
- Participation in the International Scientific Conference is free of charge.
- Language: English
- Venue capacity is limited to 120 participants.
- Upon registration, approved participants will receive a confirmation email with additional instructions and information for accommodation prices at Golden tulip hotel at preferential rates for the conference days.
- The registration covers conference materials, coffee breaks, lunch, and dinners.
- Poster session: Each accepted abstract will be presented during the Poster Session with a 5-minute oral presentation by the author. Abstracts will be published in an online Abstract book. Full manuscript can be published after the editorial decision in a special issue of the journal Biomedical Reviews.
Dates to Remember
- 25 September 2024: Abstract submission deadline
- 7 October 2024: Notification of abstract acceptance
- 10 October 2024: Final registration deadline
Organizing Committee
- Ruzha Pancheva (MU-Varna)
- Rositsa Chamova (MU-Varna)
- Silviya Nikolova (MU-Varna)
- Sevdzhihan Eyubova (University of Shumen)
- Nikoleta Yoncheva (Karin dom Foundation)
- Rozalina Braykova (MU-Varna)
- Albena Toneva (MU-Varna)
- Dimitar Marinov (MU-Varna)
- Stefka Tscvetanova (Karin dom Foundation)
Conference Program
For full preliminary program: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12BDAefrQk3VZ_6AH0KjfHZFdpFFTifx-eElVzfBSW6w/edit?usp=drive_link
Confirmed speakers:
Andrea Hathazi (Romania)
Bruna Menegassi (Spain)
Carmen Costea-Bărluțiu (Romania)
Daria Leonidovna Chivchibashi-Pavlova (Bulgaria)
George Bogdanov (Bulgaria)
Hristo Naydenov (Bulgaria)
Ivan Chavdarov (Bulgaria)
Ivan Ivanov (Bulgaria)
Ivan Yankov (Bulgaria)
Karan Courtney Haag (USA)
Koen Huysentruyt (Belgium)
Konstantinos Gerasimidis (UK)
Manlio Vinciguerra (Italy)
Marco Fiore (Italy)
Nadya Koltcheva (Bulgaria)
Nikoleta Yoncheva (Bulgaria)
Nina Yordanova (Bulgaria)
Ruzha Pancheva (Bulgaria)
Sevdzhihan Eyubova (Bulgaria)
Silvia Nikolova (Bulgaria)
Stanka Fitneva (Canada)
Tena Niseteo (Croatia)
Virginia Stallings (USA)
Venue
Golden Tulip Hotel Varna
Varna, Bulgaria
Hotel Varna | Golden Tulip
About Varna
Varna is the third-largest city in Bulgaria, known as the maritime capital of the country and a popular seaside resort on the Black Sea coast. It boasts a rich history, vibrant culture, and a scenic coastline. The conference venue is located near Sea Garden, Varna’s most famous public park, offering stunning promenades, beach access, and a variety of restaurants, bars, and cultural attractions.
With its combination of historical landmarks, modern amenities, and beautiful natural scenery, Varna provides the perfect setting for both professional gatherings and leisure activities. The city is easily accessible, located just 11 km from Varna Airport, with a short 10-minute drive to the city center.
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Updated Preliminary Program of the International Scientific Conference "Exploring the Intersection of Feeding Child Development and Neurodiversity"
Slogan: Connecting Nutrition, Growth and Inclusivity
Date: 25th October 2024 – 27th October 2024
Friday, 25th October 2024
- 13:00 - 14:00: Participant Registration
- 14:00 - 14:30: Conference Opening (Welcome and Introduction)
- 14:30 - 17:00: Session 1: Nutritional Screening and Strategies for Neurodiverse Children
- Koen Huysentruyt (Belgium) - Nutritional Screening and Strategies for Neurodiverse Children
- Konstantinos Gerasimidis (UK) - Micronutrient Assessment.
- Daria Leonidovna Chivchibashi-Pavlova (Bulgaria) - Animal Modeling of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Challenges and Opportunities
- Manlio Vinciguerra (Italy)- Genetics and Epigenetics of Pediatric Fatty Liver
Saturday, 26th October 2024
- 08:00 - 9:30: Session 2: Early Childhood Feeding and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes
- Virginia Stallings (USA) - Nutrition in Children with Cerebral Palsy
- Ivan Ivanov (Bulgaria) - Early Child Development Tracking
- Nadya Koltcheva (Bulgaria) - S/he Loves Me S/he Loves Me Not! Specifics of Parent-Child Relationships in Families with Children with Developmental Disabilities
- Stanka Fitneva, PhD (Canada) - Early Psychosocial Correlates of Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Evidence from the Canadian National Longitudinal Study of Children and Youth (Online)
- 9:30 - 10:00: Coffee Break
- 10:00 - 13:00: Session 3: Innovative Therapeutic Approaches to Feeding
- Konstantinos Gerasimidis (UK) Nutritional Screening Tools
- Virginia Stallings (USA) - Growth and Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy
- Tena Niseteo (Croatia) - Use of Blended Diets in Neurologically Impaired Children
- Ivan Yankov (Bulgaria) - Growth and Development of Children on Enteral Feeding: 7 Years of Experience in a Reference Center
- Ruzha Pancheva (Bulgaria) - Tools and Metrics for Tracking Progress in Nutritional Status of Children with CP and Autism
- Hristo Naydenov, Mila Baycheva (Bulgaria) - Nutritional Interventions in Hospitalized Patients with Severe Neurological Diseases
- 13:00 - 14:00: Lunch
- 14:00 - 15:30: Session 4: Communication and Feeding Disorders: Integration of Speech Therapy
- Nina Yordanova (Bulgaria) - Possibilities and Difficulties for Feeding Therapy in Patients with Cerebral Palsy and Autism
- Carmen Costea-Bărluțiu, Andrea Hathazi, Diana Botez (Romania) - Attachment Parental Behaviors and Selective Eating in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Andrea Hathazi, Carmen Costea-Bărluțiu (Romania) - Mealtime Routines in the Development of Communication Skills in Children with Multiple Disabilities
- Ivan Chavdarov (Bulgaria) - Neonatal Asymmetric Crying Facies (NACF): Clinical Diagnosis and Therapy, New Methods
- 15:30 - 16:00: Coffee Break
- 16:00 - 18:30: Roundtable Discussion: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Feeding and Neurodevelopmental Challenges
- Participants: All Lecturers
- 16:00 – 18:30 Poster presentation:
- Participants: All attendees
Sunday, 27th October 2024
- 08:00 - 10:00: Session 6: Role of Organizations in Supporting Neurodiversity and Nutrition
- Silvia Nikolova (Bulgaria) - Needs Assessment and Quality of Life of Families with Children with Cerebral Palsy and Autism
- Tena Niseteo (Croatia) - The Role of DHA in Neurodevelopment in Children
- George Bogdanov (Bulgaria) - Advocacy for political reforms of the National Network for Children in the field of Child development, Nutrition, Growth, and Inclusivity
- Marco Fiore (Italy) - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: A Disorder of Neurodevelopmental Origin
- Nikoleta Yoncheva (Bulgaria) - Assessment of Feeding and Creating Effective Feeding Plans as a Team: Parent-Doctor-Therapist
- 10:00 - 10:30: Coffee Break
- 10:30 - 12:00: Closing Session and Discussion: Future Directions and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Koen Huysentruyt (Belgium) - Case Studies and Practical Interventions
- Sevdzhihan Eyubova (Bulgaria) - Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Understanding the Interplay and Impact on Social and Emotional Functioning
- Bruna Menegassi (Spain) - Ultra-Processed Foods (UPF) in Children's Diets
- Karan Courtney Haag (USA) - Social Aspects of Nutrition
12:00: Conference Closing (Summary and Appreciation)
Black Sea Symposium
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Black Sea Symposium for Young Scientists in Biomedicine
21-24 NOVEMBER 2024
BSYSB WEBSITE
Important information:
The participation at the Black Sea Symposium for Young Scientists in Biomedicine will require a participation fee of 40lv BGN both for active and passive participants.
Registration for Active participants covers: presenting their work either by an oral presentation or a poster presentation, attendance of the keynote lectures, two workshops, conference materials and gift bags, coffee breaks, welcome cocktail and gala dinner.
Registration for Passive participants covers, attendance of the keynote lectures, two workshops, conference materials and gift bags, coffee breaks, welcome cocktail and gala dinner.
*All students of Medical University of Varna are welcome to attend our keynote lectures without registration and respectively without paying the participation fee of 40lv BGN. Disclaimer: If not registered as active or passive participant, one would NOT receive a certificate of attendance.
Payment of the participation fee to the MU-Varna account for participation
in congress:
If you choose to pay the fees by bank transfer and visit a bank branch, you attach the
the registration form the document you received. If you have selected pay on
fees through online banking, you need to take a screenshot (snapshot
on the screen of your device) of the completed translation and attach it to
the registration form.
Transfer to the bank account of MU-Varna in:
Bank DSK EAD, Branch Varna
Банка ДСК ЕАД, Клон Варна
BIC: STSABGSF
IBAN: BG24STSA93003100040700
It is a mandatory condition that the fees be transferred in the name of the participant and/or that the full name appears in the payment order.
Reasons for payment:
Fee for participation in BSYSB
DATES TO REMEMBER:
27th OCTOBER 2024 Registration and abstract submission closes
8th NOVEMBER 2024 Presentation and Poster submission closes
CONTACTS
Medical University Varna, Marin Drinov, 55, Varna, Bulgaria
Email: bsysbinfo@gmail.com
Website: https://bsysb.mu-varna.bg/
The final program for our upcoming event, complete with a lineup of engaging lectures, interactive workshops, and exciting social events, will be available soon! Stay tuned as we finalize the details and prepare to share the full schedule with you. We can’t wait to unveil the enriching experiences that await you at our event