Research Workshop on Neonatal Pulmonology for Early Career Investigators - SAVE THE DATE
Registrations to open on 1 December 2025

SAVE THE DATE - Novel Methods in Respiratory Monitoring and Support
A Hands-on Workshop for Early Career Researchers in Neonatal Pulmonology
Organised by: ESPR Pulmonology & Early Career Investigator Groups
Join a new generation of neonatal researchers for three days of hands-on learning, collaboration, and innovation in respiratory monitoring and support.
Programme at a Glance
- Explore the latest updates and how they shape future neonatal research.
- A practical guide through all stages of research: idea, design, execution, and publication.
Hands-on Workshops
- Rotate through specialized small-group sessions led by international faculty.
- Focus on direct practice, live feedback, and real-time data interpretation.
Research Forum
- Present your 3-minute research idea pitch to peers and faculty.
- Engage in constructive discussion, network with collaborators, and compete for top 3 research awards.
Networking Events
- Meet fellow researchers, mentors, and leaders in neonatal pulmonology in an open, collaborative setting.
supported by Chiese Farmaceutici

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Meet the faculty
Dr Kerstin JostChair of the ESPR Early Career Investigator Section
Dep. Neonatology, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden and
Dep. Neonatology, University Children´s Hospital Basel, Switzerland
Dr Emma WilliamsECI Board member in the ESPR Pulmonology Section
Neonatal Registrar, University College Hospital, London UK
Dr Christopher HarrisERS Group Secretary for NICU-PICU
Consultant Neonatologist King's College Hospital, London, UK
Dr Anna LavizzariBoard member of the ESPR Pulmonology Section
Attending physician, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Fondazione IRCCS Cà Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico – University of Milan
Prof Charles C RoehrChair of the European Board of Neonatal & Child Health Research
University of Bristol, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
Dr Allan JenkinsonESPR ECI and Pulmonology Group Member
PhD Fellow, King's College London, UK
Dr Almudena Alonso OjembarrenaESPR Pulmonology Group Member
Neonatologist, PhD, Puerta del Mar University Hospital, Cádiz (Spain)
Prof Theodore DassiosChair of the ESPR Pulmonology SectionProfessor of Neonatology, King's College London and University of Patras, Greece
Prof Olivier DanhaiveESPR Pulmonology Section Board Member
Professor of Paediatrics, UCLouvain, Belgium
Prof Richard SindelarESPR Pulmonology Section Board Member
Professor of Neonatology, Uppsala University, Sweden -
About the workshop
This intensive three-day workshop brings together young and early-career researchers passionate about neonatal respiratory science.
Through expert-led discussions, small-group sessions, and live demonstrations, participants will:- Explore novel techniques in respiratory monitoring and support.
- Build meaningful European research collaborations.
- Exchange perspectives and develop new research ideas in a supportive, interactive environment.
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Workshop format
Our small-group, rotational structure ensures every participant receives hands-on experience and direct mentorship from experts.
You'll rotate through multiple interactive stations, focusing on:- Advanced respiratory monitoring techniques
- Ventilatory support systems and innovation
- Translational approaches in neonatal research
- Open dialogue and live case discussion with faculty
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Target audience
This workshop is designed for early career investigators (under 45 years of age), including:
- Neonatologists and paediatricians
- Research fellows and residents
- Nurses and allied health professionals
- Scientists in neonatal and paediatric respiratory medicine
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Why attend?
✅ Learn directly from Europe's leading experts
✅ Gain hands-on experience with emerging techniques
✅ Receive feedback on your research ideas
✅ Network and build lasting collaborations
Organisers:
European Society for Paediatric Research (ESPR)
Contact: office@espr.eu