We are pleased to invite you to the 4th TENET COST Action General Meeting and Conference to be held on 18-19 June 2026 in Maastricht and online.
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- Day 18th June 9-13 h: MC meeting (hybrid), Working Group meetings (in-person, upon invitation).
- Day 18th (from 14 h) and 19th June: 4th TENET COST Conference (in-person, with streamed online video, registration-free event)
Recent advances in regenerative medicine, biomaterials, bioengineering, and therapeutic innovation are opening new possibilities for improving tendon healing and regeneration. Emerging approaches, including advanced biomaterials, stem cell-based therapies, gene editing, biophysical stimulation, and innovative preclinical models, continue to expand the boundaries of tendon repair and offer promising pathways toward improved clinical outcomes and functional recovery for patients with tendon injuries.
This conference will bring together leading experts, researchers, clinicians, early-career investigators, and professionals from diverse disciplines who are committed to advancing tendon regeneration research and translating scientific discoveries into therapeutic solutions.
By attending the 4th TENET COST Action General Meeting and Conference, you will take part in a dynamic forum for exchanging cutting-edge research, discussing key challenges, strengthening interdisciplinary collaborations, and shaping future directions in tendon regeneration.
We look forward to welcoming you to this impactful event. Your participation will contribute to the collective expertise, shared vision, and collaborative spirit needed to drive scientific progress and redefine possibilities in regenerative tendon therapies.
Martijn van Griensven
Conference Host
Manuel Gomez-Florit, Manuela E. Gomes, Silvia Chiera, Martyna Nikody
Conference Organizing Committee
Venue
StayOkay Hostel Maastricht
Maasboulevard 101
6211 JW Maastricht
Thursday 18th June (9-13 h) – MC & WG meetings
Zaal Ceramique
Thursday 18th (from 14 h) and Friday 19th June – 4th TENET COST Conference
Zaal Vrijthof
Participation & Registration
- The 4th TENET COST Action Conference is an online and presential (limited seats) event. Participation is free and open to both TENET members and non-members.
- Participation to the MC Meeting (18th July 2026, 9-13h) is restricted to Core Group and Management Committee members.
- Invitations to participants will be issued via e-COST, 30 days before the Conference start date. Participants should accept the e-COST invitation within 1 week from receiving it to confirm their type of participation.
- Please, complete the following form to let us know if you plan to attend or actively participate in the Conference by May 28th, 2026 (23:59 CET).
Abstracts Submission
- Participants are welcomed to submit their abstract for oral or poster presentation.
- At least one author from each accepted work must register for the conference and present the work.
- Deadline for abstracts submission: May 12th, 2026 (23:59 CET)
Travel expenses reimbursement eligibility
Only TENET members will be eligible for travel expense reimbursement, following the COST policies and limitations established below:
- Members of TENET Core Group.
- A single member of the TENET Management Committee from each participant country will be eligible for travel expense reimbursement upon mutual agreement with other MC member of their respective country.
- Members of working groups, whose abstracts are selected for oral or poster presentations, will have preference for travel expense reimbursement. Emphasis will be placed on achieving geographical diversity, gender balance, and representation across different career stages.
- Daily allowance: 100% of the daily allowance is granted for each attended day of the event, and for the travel day to the event. 40% of the daily allowance is granted for the day of departure from the event.
- Incurred long-distance travel expenses (journeys above 100 km, one way) will be reimbursed on face-value including VAT, up to a maximum of EUR 600, cancellation insurance included, for the roundtrip. Please submit a separate claim line in e‑COST for each means of transport used if the journey is above 100 km (one way).
- When travelling by car to the event or to the closest airport (distance >100 km, one way) to take the plane, please upload to e-COST parking receipts or screenshot of message confirmation, clearly showing the dates (Free parking must be justified with an accommodation invoice or attestation from parking provider). Taxi expenses are not eligible even if the distance of the journey is more than 100 km (one way).
- Participants are required to sign the official attendance list for each day they are present at the event. Participants are required to submit the travel expense reimbursement claim and relevant documentation in e-COST within 15 days after the end date of the event.
- Invitations to participants will be issued via e-COST, 30 days before the event start date. Participants should accept the e-COST invitation within 2 weeks from receiving it to confirm in-person attendance.
Review the COST Travel Reimbursement Rules for more information.
Book your accommodation!
If you wish to book a hotel room at any of the hotels listed below, please send an email to r.gentier@maastrichtuniversity.nl
Maastricht University has negotiated special rates with these hotels, and booking through this contact ensures that you will receive the lowest possible price. In your email to Romina, please specify the date(s) you wish to book, along with your full name and email address. Romina will contact the hotel of your choice, after which all further booking details and communication will take place directly between you and the hotel.
Please note that the deadline to email Romina regarding a hotel booking is May 29, 2026.
COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is a funding agency for research and innovation networks. Our Actions help connect research initiatives across Europe and enable scientists to grow their ideas by sharing them with their peers. This boosts their research, career and innovation.
Hotel | Address | Distance from StayOkay | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Hotel The Dutch | Wilhelminasingel 60, 6221 BK Maastricht | 1,4 km
(19 min walk)
| Max. price standard single room
€119,00 Max price standard double room €133,95 |
Hotel l’Empereur | Stationsstraat 2, 6221 BP Maastricht
| 1,5 km
(20 min walk)
| Max. price standard single room
€107,50 Max price standard double room €107,50 |
Hotel Au Quartier | Kapoenstraat 32, 6211 KW Maastricht | 800m (11 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €128,50 Max price standard double room €163,50 |
Hotel Les Charmes | Lenculenstraat 18, 6211 KR Maastricht | 900m (12 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €121,00 Max price standard double room €121,00 |
Hotel Beaumont | Lage Barakken 10, 6221 CJ Maastricht | 1,2 km (17 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €143,00 Max price standard double room €175,50 |
Hotel Botticelli | Papenstraat 11, 6211 LG Maastricht | 1 km (14 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €145,00 Max price standard double room €145,00 |
Hotel Mabi | Kleine Gracht 24, 6211 CB Maastricht | 1,3 km (17 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €126,50 Max price standard double room €126,50 |
Hotel Derlon | Onze Lieve Vrouweplein 6, 6211 HD Maastricht | 700m (10 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €142,50 Max price standard double room €142,50 |
Leonardo Boutique Hotel | Stationsstraat 40, 6221 BR Maastricht | 1,3 km (18 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €146,50 Max price standard double room €164,00 |
Crowne Plaza | Ruiterij 1, 6221 EW Maastricht | 850m (12 min walk) | Max. price standard single room €141,00 Max price standard double room €141,00 |
StayOkay hostel | Maasboulevard 101, 6211 JW Maastricht | 0m Place of the venue | Max price standard double room
15% discount on the standard rate (only double rooms available at 18.06 -> 19.06) |
