February 28 - March 1, 2008
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Dear Colleagues,

We are very pleased to host the 28th EWRR in Toulouse. As usual, EWRR 2008 will provide the opportunity to review and share the latest developments and perspectives in rheumatology research. Through plenary talks, oral presentations and poster sessions, established researchers as well as younger scientists will be able to discuss their recent results and achievements.

In order to maintain the interactive nature of the meeting we keep its traditional format and have to limit attendance to active participants.

Besides the scientific program, you will have the chance to appreciate one of the most cosmopolitan cities of France. Toulouse, situated in the heart of South West France, is a lively and colourful city where Occitan cultural heritage mixes with actual modernity and a strong presence of science and new technologies.

We hope that EWRR 2008 will be fruitfull for you and that you will enjoy your short stay in our pleasant city.

Welcome to Toulouse, Bienvenus dans la Ville Rose, Benvenguts a Tolosa !
 

Guy Serre, Chairman, on behalf of the local Organizing Committee

 

 
The Workshop topics
• B cells and autoantibodies: diagnosis and pathophysiology
• T cells in autoimmunity
• Immune regulation, cellular interactions and molecular pathways
• Innate immunity, infection and inflammation
• Endothelium and cell recruitment, extracellular matrix and fibroblasts
• Cartilage and bone destruction
• Animal models
• Genetics and environmental factors
• Stem cells and cell therapy
• New therapeutic approaches