Welcome!
It is with great pleasure and honour that we invite you to join us for the 31st Annual Congress of the European Society of Mycobacteriology (ESM 2010) to be held on July 4-7, 2010 in Bled, Slovenia.
The scientific programme will cover all aspects of mycobacteriology: epidemiology, immunology and up-to-date diagnostic methods, as well as clinical aspects of tuberculosis and non-tuberculous mycobacteria, quality control assurance and human/veterinary biosafety issues. Lectures and perspectives from the leading European and world scientists engaged in research on mycobacteria will be presented – an opportunity for all mycobacteriologists and clinicians not to be missed!
Slovenia lies at the heart of Europe, where the Alps meet the Dinaric Karst and the Mediterranean meets the Pannonian plains. It is sometimes called the picture-perfect paradise due to its varied geography which encompasses lush, green forests, hills with vineyards, crystal clear mountain lakes, fairytale castles, mysterious cave underworlds, many natural and landscape parks, rivers and the sea and much more on only 20.273 km2.
Bled and its renowned alpine lake with the island are a pearl of the Julian Alps that hosts thousands of tourists from all over the world each year. It is an ideal place that offers a great chance to boost your energy which you need for the busy everyday life – and to fight against tuberculosis.
We are looking forward to meeting you at ESM 2010 for a challenging scientific discussion and a friendly gathering in the idyllic Bled resort!
Matjaž Ocepek and Manca Žolnir-Dovč
