Meetings – TENET – COST Action CA22170 https://cost-tenet.eu TEndon Regeneration NETwork Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:40:28 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://cost-tenet.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/tenet-favicon.png Meetings – TENET – COST Action CA22170 https://cost-tenet.eu 32 32 4th TENET COST Action General Meeting & Conference https://cost-tenet.eu/activities/4th-tenet-cost-action-general-meeting-conference/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:55:53 +0000 https://cost-tenet.eu/?p=3325

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.

  • 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

Download Program

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 

Online participation: Access via Microsoft Teams, indicating your full name and surname.

Link for MC Meeting
Link for Day 1
Link for Day 2

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).
  • Registration for online participation is open until June 12th, 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)
Submit your abstract

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)
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Innovative tools and developments in Tendon Regeneration

Salão Nobre – Building A
School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (ICBAS) – University of Porto
Rua Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, 228

7-9 July 2025. Porto, Portugal

3rd General Conference Program
Management Committee Meeting Agenda

Invitation

We are pleased to invite you to the 3rd TENET COST Action General Meeting and Conference “Innovative tools and developments in Tendon Regeneration” to be held on 7-9th July 2025 in Porto and online.

Recent advancements in regenerative medicine, biomaterials, and bioengineering have introduced innovative tools and techniques aimed at enhancing tendon healing and regeneration. These innovative tools and regenerative strategies continue to push the boundaries of tendon healing, offering hope for improved clinical outcomes and functional recovery in patients with tendon injuries. As research progresses, a combination of biomaterials, stem cell therapy, gene editing, and biophysical stimulation is expected to redefine the future of tendon regeneration. This conference will bring together leading experts, researchers, and professionals committed to driving innovation in tendon regeneration strategies.

By attending the 3rd TENET COST Action Conference, you will be part of a dynamic forum where experts from various disciplines come together to exchange groundbreaking research, address key challenges, and strengthen  collaborations that will drive advancements in tendon regeneration.

We look forward to your participation in this impactful event, where collective expertise and shared vision will help overcome obstacles and push the boundaries of tendon regeneration research. Your involvement will be essential in fostering the synergy needed for scientific progress. Together, we can shape the future of regenerative therapies and redefine possibilities in the field.

Manuela Gomes
Conference Host

Manuel Gomez-Florit, Rui M.A. Domingues, Ana Gonçalves
Conference Organizing Committee

Venue

Salão Nobre – Building A
School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (ICBAS) – University of Porto
Rua Jorge Viterbo Ferreira, 228

Registration

  • The 3rd TENET COST Action Conference is a hybrid event. Registration is mandatory.
  • Registration is free and open to both TENET members and non-members.
  • Participation during the first day (7th July 2025) is restricted to Core Group and Management Committee members.
  • Deadlines for registration:
    • In-person and virtual registration: June 21st, 2025
Register here

Abstracts submission

Participants are welcomed to submit their abstract for oral or poster presentation.

Deadline extended up to: May 21st

Submit your abstract

Travel expenses reimbursement eligibility

Only TENET members will be eligible for travel expense reimbursement, following the 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 be eligible for travel expense reimbursement. Emphasis will be placed on achieving geographical diversity, gender balance, and representation across different career stages.
  • Daily allowances will be reimbursed from the day preceding the start of the activity and/or until one day after the activity finishes.
  • Incurred long-distance travel expenses will be reimbursed on face-value including VAT, up to a maximum of EUR 500, cancellation insurance included, for the roundtrip.
  • 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, and register for in-person attendance.

Review the COST Travel Reimbursement Rules for more information.

View Travel Reimbursement Rules

Book your accommodation!

Hotels in a walking distance:

Altis Porto Hotel 5*

Walking distance from venue: 280 m
Average price per night: 277€ (breakfast included) 

Wine & Books Porto Hotel 5*

Walking distance from venue: 300m 
Average price per night: 297€ (breakfast included) 

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto 4*
Walking distance from venue: 250m
Average price per night: 128€ (breakfast included) 

Eurostars das Artes 4*
Walking distance from venue: 550 m
Average price per night: 130€ (breakfast included) 

Vila Gale Porto Ribeira 4*
Walking distance from venue: 850 m
Average price per night: 175€ (breakfast included) 

Exe Essenzia Porto 4*
Walking distance from venue: 850 m
Average price per night: 145€ (breakfast included) 

Vilar Oporto Hotel 3*
Walking distance from venue: 550 m
Average price per night: 106

HOTIDAY Room Collection – Oporto 3*
Walking distance from venue: 1,1 km
Average price per night: 97€

HF Tuela Porto 3*
Walking distance from venue: 1,1 km
Average price per night: 86€

Hotel da Bolsa 3*
Walking distance from venue: 1,3 km
Average price per night: 122€

Hotel Internacional Porto 3*
Walking distance from venue: 1,3 km
Average price per night: 163€

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.

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17th  September 2024
Aalborg, Denmark

INVITATION

We are pleased to invite you to the 2nd  TENET COST General Meeting to be held on 17th  September 2024 in Aalborg.

The meeting will feature parallel sessions for Working Groups (WGs) and a Management Committee (MC) meeting. The WG sessions will provide an opportunity to report on the status of various tasks, including the development of a research agenda and the preparation of position and review papers. The MC meeting will review the action’s progress and set objectives and activities for the next grant period.

Our goal for this General Meeting is to continue gathering information from the community engaged in tendon-related research across various disciplines. We aim to include stakeholders, patients, and healthcare professionals in defining a comprehensive research agenda. Additionally, we will focus on developing and implementing a communication and dissemination plan and begin drafting reviews and reports that will help standardize and homogenize future research in this field.

We look forward to your participation and valuable contributions to ensure the success of this initiative.

Manuela Gomes, Manuel Gomez-Florit
Meeting Organizers

VENUE

AAU Innovate
Thomas Manns vej 25
Aalborg University
9220 Aalborg, Denmark

Download Agenda

TRAVEL EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY

Only TENET members will be eligible for travel expense reimbursement, following the limitations established below:

      • Only members of the TENET Management Committee or TENET Core Group will be eligible for travel expense reimbursement, subject to mutual agreement with the other MC member from their respective country.

      • Daily allowances will be reimbursed from the day preceding the start of the activity until one day after the activity finishes.

      • Incurred long-distance travel expenses will be reimbursed at face value including VAT, up to a maximum of EUR 500, cancellation insurance included, for the roundtrip.

      • Invitations to participants will be issued via e-COST. Participants must accept the e-COST invitation within two weeks. Participants must register for attendance and sign the official attendance list.

    Please note that, according to COST rules, stopovers longer than 24 hours during travel are not allowed.

    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.

    COST

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    Advances and Challenges of Tendon Regeneration
    Paracelsus Medical University (PMU) – Hall A
    11-12 March 2024. Salzburg, Austria

    Download Programme

    INVITATION

    We are pleased to invite you to the 1st TENET COST Action General Meeting and Conference “Advances and Challenges of Tendon Regeneration” to be held on 11-12th March 2024 in Salzburg and online.

    This conference will serve as a nexus for leading experts, researchers, and professionals dedicated to advancing regenerative strategies for tendon regeneration. The pursuit of alternative therapeutic approaches beyond current conservative and surgical interventions has fueled the development of innovative therapies and substitutes. Despite the significant strides made in tendon regeneration research, there exists a critical need for cohesion and coordination in the dissemination of knowledge. The wealth of research findings, though substantial, remains scattered. This lack of integration poses a formidable challenge in harnessing the full potential of regenerative strategies for tendon health.

    By participating in the 1st TENET COST Action Conference, you will join a collaborative forum where experts from diverse fields converge to share their latest discoveries, discuss challenges, and forge connections that will propel the field of tendon regeneration forward. Whether you choose to join us in person in the historic city of Salzburg or virtually from the comfort of your own workspace, your presence will be integral to fostering the coordination necessary for scientific breakthroughs.

    We eagerly anticipate your participation in this transformative event, contributing to the collective effort to overcome challenges and unlock new frontiers in tendon regeneration research. Together, let us pave the way for a future where regenerative strategies revolutionize the landscape of tendon therapies.

    Andreas Traweger – Conference Host and Organizer
    Manuela Gomes, Manuel Gomez-Florit, Ana Gonçalves, Rui M.A. Domingues – Conference Organizing Committee

    VENUE
    PMU University

    Paracelsus Medical University
    Strubergasse 21, 5020 Salzburg – Austria
    View website

    REGISTRATION
    • The 1st TENET COST Action Conference is a hybrid event. Registration is mandatory.
    • Registration is free and open to both TENET members and non-members.
    • Participation during the second day (12th March 2024) is restricted to Management Committee members.
    • Deadlines for registration:
      • In-person registration: February 25th 2024.
      • Virtual registration: March 4th 2024.

    Go to the registration form

    ABSTRACTS SUBMISSION
    • Participants are welcomed to submit their abstract for oral or poster presentation.
    • Deadline for abstracts submission: February 8th 2024

    Go to the submission form

    TRAVEL EXPENSES REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY

    Only TENET members will be eligible for travel expense reimbursement, following the limitations established below:

    • 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 be eligible for travel expense reimbursement. Emphasis will be placed on achieving geographical diversity, gender balance, and representation across different career stages.
    • Daily allowances will be reimbursed from the day preceding the start of the activity and/or until one day after the activity finishes.
    • Incurred long-distance travel expenses will be reimbursed on face-value including VAT, up to a maximum of EUR 500, cancellation insurance included, for the roundtrip.
    • Participants are required to sign the official attendance list for each day they are present at 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 and register for in-person attendance.
    Book your accommodation!

    Hotels in a walking distance:

    Lehenerhof, 7 min.
    Ignaz-Harrerstraße 46, Salzburg, 5020, Austria
    Hotel Lehenerhof Salzburg – Guest Reservations
    View on map

    Das Salz, 5 min.
    Ignaz-Harrer-Straße 14, 5020 Salzburg
    das SALZ – Hotel for the curious souls in Salzburg
    View on map

    The Keep – Eco Rooms, 10 min.
    Schwarzstraße 50, 5020 Salzburg
    The Keep Eco Residence | nachhaltiges Hostel (thekeepresidence.com)
    View on map

    Hotel Motel One, 10 min.
    Elisabethkai 58-60, Salzburg, 5020
    Hotel Salzburg-Mirabell Motel One
    Design Hotels Salzburg Mirabell (motel-one.com)
    View on map

    Villa Carlton Salzburg, 12 min.
    Markus-Sittikus-Strasse 3, 5020 Salzburg
    Hotel Villa Carlton – Hotel Villa Carlton Salzburg (villa-carlton.at)
    View on map

    Salzburg Apartments Business, 11 min.
    Saint-Julien-Straße 2 / Suite 1010, 5020 Salzburg
    Salzburg Apartments Business (salzburg-apartments.eu)
    View on map

    Hotel Imlauer Bräu, 15 min.
    Rainerstraße 12-14, 5020 Salzburg
    Ihr Hotel in der Stadt Salzburg – Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu Salzburg
    View on map

    Plaza Inn Salzburg City, 10 min.
    Saint Julienstrasse 7, A-5020 Salzburg
    PLAZA INN Salzburg City (plazahotels.de)
    View on map

    Hotel Haunsperger Hof, 14 min.
    Haunspergstrasse 30, 5020 Salzburg
    Informationen – Hotel Haunsperger Hof *** | Salzburg
    View on map

    Urban Stay Salzburg City, 15 min.
    Rainerstrasse 11, 5020 Salzburg
    Willkommen im Urban Stay Hotel Salzburg City – Urban-Stay Hotels
    View on map

    Hotel Markus Sittikus, 15 min.
    Markus Sittikus Strasse 20, 5020 Salzburg
    Hotel Markus Sittikus Salzburg – Hotel Markus Sittikus SalzburgHotel Markus Sittikus Salzburg (markus-sittikus.at)
    View on map

    Hotel zum Hirschen, 13 min.
    Elisabethstraße 5, 5020 Salzburg
    Design Hotel in Salzburg I Hotel zum Hirschen
    View on map

    Arte Hotel Salzburg, 15 min.
    Rainerstraße 28, 5020 Salzburg
    hu:goes14 – Arte Hotel Salzburg (arte-salzburg.at)
    View on map

    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.

    COST
    ]]>         Management committee meeting (MC1) https://cost-tenet.eu/activities/management-committee-meeting-mc1/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 17:23:00 +0000 https://cost-tenet.eu/?p=710 Management committee meeting (MC1) of TENET in Brussels, where we gained deeper understanding of
    COST Programme.

    📝 planned activities for the 1st year
    🗳 elected leadership positions
    Thanks to all 🙌

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