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33rd PReS Congress 2026

Organised by the Paediatric Rheumatology European Society
Dates16–19 Sept 2026
LocationBelgrade, Serbia
Four-day European paediatric rheumatology congress in Belgrade with abstract presentation routes, young investigator activity, health-professional sessions, courses, poster tours and networking.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 23 Jul 2026
At a glance
NetworkingThe congress includes working party meetings, poster tours, welcome reception,…View detail

The congress includes working party meetings, poster tours, welcome reception, coffee breaks and an optional networking dinner on 18 September 2026.

Research ValueOriginal unpublished abstracts are reviewed internationally, allocated to oral or…View detail

Original unpublished abstracts are reviewed internationally, allocated to oral or poster presentation, and accepted abstracts are published in a Pediatric Rheumatology journal supplement.

Trainee RelevanceYIM is limited to young investigators aged 40 or under…View detail

YIM is limited to young investigators aged 40 or under with an accepted abstract, and the congress includes trainee/student/researcher pricing.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Paediatric rheumatic disease treatment horizonsCAR-T cells, cellular therapy and gene editingJuvenile idiopathic arthritis and systemic JIAAutoinflammatory and immune dysregulation diseasesImaging, transition and disease outcomesHealth-professional research and interdisciplinary careMulti-omics, AI and digital healthYoung investigator oral and poster research
All day
Congress programme
Main congress programme day 1; detailed timetable is currently visible only in the preliminary programme download
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
SM
Silvia Magni-Manzoni
Italy
Scientific Committee Chair, Clinical
BV
Bas Vastert
The Netherlands
Scientific Committee Chair, Basic / Translational
HB
Hermine Brunner
United States
Scientific Committee Chair, Global Health
JV
Jelena Vojinovic
Serbia
Local Organising Committee Chair
SO
Seza Ozen
Turkiye
PReS President
PL
Polly Livermore
United Kingdom
Health Professionals Committee Chair
AbstractsClosed · 19 May 2026
Abstract submissions are closed
Deadline: 19 May 2026
What You Can Submit
oralposter
Submission Specifications
Review
Single-blind review by international experts; scored on scientific merit, sample size, statistical analysis, adherence to instructions and originality.
Deadline
13 May 2026, extended to 19 May 2026
Language
English only
Structure
Introduction, Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusion
Word Limit
Maximum 3000 printable characters including spaces, approximately 400 words, and 90 line counts; includes title, body, author details and tables.
Eligibility
Original, previously unpublished work; YIM applicants must be aged 40 or under and upload ID plus a head-of-unit trainee/recent-degree letter.
Publication
Accepted abstracts will be published in the Pediatric Rheumatology journal supplement by BMC and on the congress website two weeks before the event.
Figures Tables
One table may be included in the Results section, maximum 10 rows by 10 columns; images and graphs may not be included.
Submission Route
Online abstract submission form only; fax, email and courier submissions are not accepted.
Presenter Requirement
Submitting an abstract is a formal commitment for the presenting author to attend and present if accepted.
Categories & Recommended Topics
Non-systemic JIA
Systemic JIA
Spondyloarthritis and enthesitis related arthritis
Autoinflammatory diseases
Uveitis
Infections and autoimmune diseases
Inborn errors of immunity and autoimmune diseases
Macrophage activation syndrome
Imaging
Disease outcome and transition
Treatment
Bone in rheumatic diseases
Genetics, genomics and environment
Immunoregulation and basic science
Juvenile dermatomyositis
Systemic lupus erythematosus and antiphospholipid syndrome
New diseases
Scleroderma and related syndromes
Vasculitides
Miscellaneous rheumatic diseases
Psycho-social aspects and rehabilitation
E-health and digital health applications
Pain, fatigue, disease experience and quality of life
Patient/parent organisation initiatives
Services and pathways of care
Cellular therapy
Multi-omics and AI
Gene therapy and gene editing
Mental health in Pediatric Rheumatology
Dates & deadlines2 key dates
19 May 2026
Abstract submission deadline
16 Sept 2026 · 55 days
Conference begins
Venue & travelSava Centar · Belgrade
VisaEU, Schengen area, UK and US passport holders are stated not to require a Serbian visa for visits of up to 90 days in a six-month period.
By TaxiThe congress page strongly recommends official airport taxi vouchers from the arrivals hall; usual airport-to-Sava-Centar price is around EUR 25.
AccommodationOfficial hotel options include Crowne Plaza Belgrade and Hilton Belgrade, with official housing through MCI and partner Nuitée.
Venue DetailsSava Centar, Milentija Popovica 9, 11070 Novi Beograd, Belgrade, Serbia.
Nearest AirportBelgrade Nikola Tesla International Airport, about 15 km from Sava Centar and 15-20 minutes by taxi depending on traffic.
By Public TransportBelgrade public transport is stated as free of charge; bus 600 or 72 plus connecting buses such as 35, 95, 17, 18, 70, 74 or 88 can reach Sava Centar in about 45 minutes.
MedicMess tips6 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Abstract submissions are closed; the deadline was extended to 19 May 2026 and notifications were due in early July 2026.
  • Early-bird registration ended 10 June 2026; regular registration runs until 19 August 2026 and late pricing applies from 20 August 2026.
  • Accepted abstract presenters receive a special extension of the early-bird registration deadline after acceptance notification.
  • Poster-printing files must be submitted by 31 August 2026 at 23:59 CET if using the optional PosterSessionOnline service.
  • The networking dinner is on Friday 18 September 2026 and costs EUR 90 in addition to registration.
  • Use only the official MCI registration and housing bureau; the site warns about unauthorised agencies using the PRES brand.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

The 33rd PReS Congress is a four-day paediatric rheumatology meeting at Sava Centar, Belgrade, aimed at clinicians, researchers, trainees, health professionals and the wider European paediatric rheumatology community. The visible programme material highlights new horizons in paediatric rheumatic and immune-mediated disease, including CAR-T cells, gene editing, grand debates, health-professional sessions, young investigator activity and specialist courses around ultrasound, capillaroscopy, intra-articular injection, OMICs methodology and the knowledge-based exam. Abstract submission has closed for 2026: the original deadline was 13 May 2026, extended to 19 May 2026, with notifications due in early July. Delegates could submit original unpublished work for oral or poster consideration, with topic categories spanning JIA, autoinflammatory disease, uveitis, lupus, vasculitis, imaging, transition, treatment, multi-omics, AI, gene therapy and mental health. Accepted abstracts are due to be published in the Pediatric Rheumatology journal supplement by BMC and on the congress website two weeks before the event. Registration is open with EUR early-bird, regular and late tiers for members, non-members, trainees, students, researchers, health professionals, YIM participants and patient representatives; GBP summary prices are left blank because the source publishes fees only in EUR. The page confirms a certificate of attendance after the congress but does not state CPD/CME points.