Scientific Program – ISOBM 2025

The 47th ISOBM Conference will feature cutting-edge research on biomarkers, molecular diagnostics, AI in oncology, and personalized medicine. The program includes plenary sessions, oral and poster presentations, workshops, and industry speed talks, fostering discussion and collaboration among leading experts, clinicians, and researchers.

Our program includes:
🔹 Plenary Sessions – Keynotes from world-renowned experts.
🔹 Oral & Poster Presentations – Latest scientific advancements.
🔹 Panel Discussions – Engaging debates on future directions.
🔹 Industry Speed Talks – Insights into new technologies and applications.
🔹 Workshops – In-depth discussions on cutting-edge research.
 

Conference Schedule Overview

Get a quick look at the full schedule for ISOBM 2025. Explore keynote sessions, panel discussions, poster presentations, and workshops. You can download the complete schedule as a PDF for easy access.

Program Schedule

  • Sunday, October 12 – Preregistration & Welcome Reception

    17:00 - 19:00 Registration and Welcome Reception

  • Monday, October 13 – Conference Day 1

    08:00 - 09:00 Registration
    09:00 - 09:30 Opening Ceremony
    09:30 - 10:30

    Session 1 - Liquid Profiling by Protein Markers

    Chairs: S. Holdenrieder, M. Kowalewska
    10:30 - 11:00 Coffee
    11:00 - 12:00

    Session 2 - Liquid Profiling by Nucleic Acid Markers

    Chairs: L. Looijenga, E. Heitzer
    12:00 - 13:00 Panel Discussion: Early Cancer Detection
    13:00 -14:00 Lunch
    14:00 - 14:30 Keynote: Present and Future of  Cancer Classification
    (I. Cree)
    14:30 - 16:00 Session 3 - Evidence-Based Medicine (WHO IARC)
    Chairs: D. Lokuhetty, I. Indave
    16:00 - 16:30 Coffee
    16:00 - 17:30 Session 4 - Lung Cancer
    Chairs: H. van Rossum, M. van den Heuvel
    17:30 - 18:30 Session 5 - Urological Cancers
    Chairs: R. Kucera, M. Garrido
    18:30 - 19:00 ISOBM General Assembly
    19:00 - 21:00 Networking Evening (included)

     

  • Tuesday, October 14 – Conference Day 2

    08:00 - 08:30 Registration
    08:30 - 09:30 Session 6 - Gynecological Cancers
    Chairs: Q. Meng, V. Kulasingam
    09:30 - 10:30 Session 7 - Gastrointestinal Cancers
    Chairs: S. Böck, NN
    10:30 - 11:00 Coffee
    11:00 - 12:00 Session 8 - Therapy Response Monitoring
    Chairs: A. Angele, M. Chechlinska
    12:00 -13:00 Panel Discussion: Minimal Residual Disease Detection
    13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
    14:00 - 14:30 Keynote: Liquid Biopsy for Precision Medicine
    (K Pantel)
    14:30 - 15:30

    Session 9 - Epigenetic Biomarkers

    Chairs: Y. Dor, M. Sanchez-Carbayo
    15:30 - 16:00 Industry Speed Talks
    16:00 - 16:30 Coffee

    16:30 - 17:30

    Session 10 - Extracellular Vesicles (GSEV)

    Chairs: K. Menck, M. Pfaffl
    17:30 - 18:30

    Session 11 - Standardization and Harmonization

    Chairs: H. van Rossum, C. Foy
    18:30 - 19:00 Poster Speed Talks
    19:30 - 22:00 Bavarian  Evening (extra)

     

  • Wednesday, October 15 – Conference Day 3

    08:00 - 08:30 Registration
    08:30 - 09:30 OncoSymposium Session 12 - Molecular Pathology
    Chairs: S. Holdenrieder, C. Poremba
    09:30 - 10:30

    OncoSymposium Session 13 - Precision Medicine 2.0

    Chairs: B. Westphalen, S. Lange
    10:30 - 11:00 Coffee
    11:00 - 12:00 OncoSymposium Session 14 - Hematological cancers
    Chair: T. Haferlach
    12:00 -13:00 Panel Discussion: Artificial Intelligence
    13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
    14:00 - 14:30 Keynote: AI-Based Biomarkers - Digital Twins
    (NN)
    14:30 - 15:30

    Session 15 - Multimodal and Integrated Diagnostics

    Chairs: V. Haselmann, C. Winter
    15:30 - 16:00 Industry Speed Talks
    16:00 - 16:30 Coffee

    16:30 - 17:30

    Session 16 - New Biomarkers and Applications (EGTM)

    Chairs: V. Barak, NN
    17:30 - 18:30

    Session 17 - Biobanking and Study Networks

    Chairs: J. Habermann, NN
    18:30 - 19:00 Closing Ceremony

     

  • Thursday, October 16 – Workshop Day

    08:30 - 10:30 Workshops I (extra)
    10:30 - 11:00 Coffee
    11:00 - 13:00 Workshops II (extra)
    13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
    14:00 - 16:00 Workshops III (extra)
    16:00 - 16:30 Coffee

    16:30 - 18:30

    		 Workshops IV (extra)
    18:30 - 19:00 Wrap-up & Farewell

     

Meet Our Experts: ISOBM Board, Scientific Committee, and Speakers

ISOBM BOARD LOCAL SCIENTIFIC BOARD SPEAKERS (is regularly updated)
Prof. Barak, ISR Prof. Angele, GER Prof. Cree, UK
Prof. Chechlinska, POL Prof. Böck, GER Prof. Dor, ISR
Prof. Garrido, POR Dr. Bronkhorst, GER Prof. Duffy, IRL
Prof. Holdenrieder, GER Prof. Haferlach, GER Dr. Foy, UK
Prof. Kowalewska, POL PD Dr. Haselmann, GER Prof. Habermann, AUT
Prof. Kucera, CZR Prof. Hoffmann, GER Prof. Heitzer, AUT
Prof. Kulasingam, CAN Prof. Klawonn, GER Prof. Illert, GER
Prof. Looijenga, NED PD Dr. Lange, GER Prof. Lokuhetty, SRL
Prof. Meng, USA Prof. Pfaffl, GER Prof. Nicolini, ITA
Dr. Moro, CAN Prof. Poremba, GER Prof. Pantel, GER
Prof. Oehr, JPN Prof. Ruland, GER Prof. Pauli, CHE
Prof. Osredkar, SLO Dr. Trulson, GER Prof. Quante, GER
Prof. Sanchez-Carbayo, ESP Dr. Westphalen, GER Prof. Qian, CHN
Dr. van Rossum, NED Dr. Winter, GER Prof. van den Heuvel, NED


Call for Abstracts

We invite researchers to submit abstracts showcasing their latest work in biomarker research, molecular diagnostics, AI in oncology, and personalized medicine. Submissions will be reviewed by the ISOBM Scientific Committee, which will determine acceptance and presentation format (oral or poster).

  • Key Topics of the Conference

    1. Biomarker Types & Molecular Diagnostics

    • Molecular pathology and blood-based biomarkers
    • Liquid profiling/liquid biopsy
    • ctDNA, CTCs, epigenetics, fragmentomics
    • Protein-based markers, tumor markers
    • Extracellular vesicles and associated markers
    • Immune diagnostics

    2. Clinical Applications & Cancer Management

    • Biomarkers for solid and hematological cancers
    • Early cancer detection and screening
    • Prognostic and predictive biomarkers
    • Monitoring of therapy response and toxicity
    • Minimal residual disease detection
    • Targeted and immune therapies, cancer vaccines

    3. Technology & Innovation

    • Technological breakthroughs
    • Genomics, proteomics and metabolomics
    • Multimodal and integrative diagnostics
    • Imaging technologies
    • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
    • Advanced biostatistics and algorithms

    4. Research, Trials & Standardization

    • Clinical biomarker trials
    • Evidence-based medicine (EBM)
    • Standardization and harmonization
    • Biomarker validation and IVDR regulation
    • Biobanking and sample collections
    • Personalized medicine

📌 Abstract submission is only possible after registering for the conference.

For detailed guidelines, deadlines, and the submission form, please visit our Abstract Submission Page.

Workshop Day

📅 October 16, 2025 | 🪙 €50

On the final day of the ISOBM 2025 Conference, we are offering a selection of interactive workshops covering essential topics in biomarker research, biostatistics, artificial intelligence, and scientific publishing.

Workshop Topics:

  • ISOBM: Early Career ISOBM Network for Young Scientists 
  • ISOBM: Standardization and Harmonization of Tumor Markers
  • ISOBM: How to Get Your Paper Published?
  • WHO IARC: Training in Evidence-Based Pathology
  • GenomeMet: Standardization of Methods, Pre-Analytics and Quality Control for ctDNA Diagnostics
  • Liquid Profiling Methods for ctDNA Analysis in Clinical Practice
  • Biostatistical Approaches for Biomarker Validation 
  • AI-Based Tools for Literature Research and Data Analysis
  • The Pipeline Challenge: Strengths and Limitations of NGS Evaluation Tools (requested)
  • Extracellular Vesicles: Methods, Pre-Analytics and Clinical Applications (requested)
  • PharmacoMetrix - Modelling Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics (requested)
  • Biobanking and Clinical Study Networks (requested)

💡 Important Information:

  • Participants can select up to four workshops when registering.
  • Final workshop scheduling will depend on demand and availability.
  • Workshops will only take place if a sufficient number of participants register. ISOBM reserves the right to cancel or modify sessions in case of low demand or scheduling conflicts. In such cases, participation cannot be guaranteed.
  • There is a general fee of €50 to cover the costs of the workshop day (catering included).

Bavarian Evening – Conference Dinner

📅 October 14, 2025 | 🪙 €80 

Join us for a memorable Bavarian Evening, where tradition meets networking! Enjoy an authentic Bavarian dining experience with regional specialties, local beer, and live music in a cozy, festive atmosphere. This evening offers the perfect opportunity to relax, connect with fellow participants, and experience Bavarian hospitality at its finest.

🎫 Limited spots available – make sure to reserve your ticket when registering!

Join Us in Murnau!

Be part of ISOBM 2025 and engage with the global scientific community to advance biomarker research and precision oncology.