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CRS Italy Workshop 2026

29-31 October, Pescara

Introduction and theme

Nanomedicines and advanced biomaterials have significantly expanded drug delivery and controlled release strategies, enabling refined control over cargo protection, targeting, and spatiotemporal presentation. As these systems grow more complex and bioinspired, their interaction with the immune system becomes a critical factor influencing efficacy, safety, and translational success. This workshop aims to bridge nanomedicine and biomaterial design with mechanisms of immune recognition and response, addressing interactions with both innate and adaptive immunity. Rather than considering the immune system solely as a barrier, it will be examined as an active and dynamic partner capable of shaping biodistribution, persistence, and therapeutic outcomes. Contributions will focus on bioinspired and engineered nanocarriers, cell-derived and hybrid systems, and functional biomaterials designed to modulate immune interactions, whether to promote immune evasion, induce tolerance, or intentionally engage immune pathways. Emphasis will be placed on rational design, immune-relevant characterization, and mechanistic understanding of nano-bio-immune interfaces, fostering cross-disciplinary dialogue and accelerating the translation of next-generation delivery systems.

Program

Location

Aurum - Largo Gardone Riviera, 65126, Pescara

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Call for Abstracts

The CRS Italy Local Chapter is inviting abstracts in the broad fields of drug delivery, nanomedicine, and pharmaceutical technologies.

More information coming soon!

Registration

Registration and payment will be activated on 24.08 through 21.09

Scientific Committee

  • Stefano Salmaso
  • Roberta Censi
  • Rossella Dorati
  • Calogero Fiorica
  • Rosa Maria Iacobazzi
  • Silvia Pescina
  • Anna Maria Piras
  • Barbara Stella

Organizing Commitee

  • Antonio Di Stefano
  • Lisa Marinelli

  • Ivana Caccaitore

  • Marilisa Pia Dimmito

  • Maria Rosa Gigliobianco

  • Piera Di Martino

  • Silvia Franzè

  • Michele Schlinch

Invited Speakers

  • Rosario Rizzuto 
    University of Padova

  • Flavia De Sousa
    University of Groningen

  • Massimo Dominici
    University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

  • Francesca Fallarino
    University of Perugia

  • Cristina Fornaguera
    Institut Quìmic de Sarrià

  • Paola Italiani
    CNR Napoli

  • Ine Lentacker
    University of Ghent

  • Paolo Macor
    University of Trieste

  • Jai Prakash
    Radbound University

  • Yang Shi
    RWTH Aachen University Clinic

Accomodation

It is recommended to reserve your room as soon as possible since accommodation offers at reasonable prices may be limited. 

Suggested accomodations:

Hotel Regent ***

  • Address

    Lungo Mare Colombo Cristoforo, 64, 65126 Pescara PE

  • Phone

    +39 085 60641

  • Email

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    • Double: €63.00
    • Triple: €85.00
    • Quadruple: €95.00
    • Single: €59.00
    • Superior supplement: €15.00



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Accommodation in Classic/Superior rooms, with private bathroom with shower, independent air conditioning and heating, direct-dial telephone, 32” LED TV, internet connection, Wi-Fi, comfort-size beds, hairdryer, and private balcony. The rate includes a continental breakfast buffet in the morning.

G Hotel Pescara ****

  • Address

    Via Stazione Ferroviaria, 100, 65124, Pescara PE

  • Phone

    +39 085 27689

  • Email

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36 Grace rooms (Superior – 20 sqm)
28 Glamour rooms (Deluxe – 26 sqm) 

Included services: buffet breakfast, free video-surveilled parking, Wi-Fi for unlimited internet access, and a microfiltered water dispenser always available at the bar.

Hotel Plaza ****

  • Address

    Piazza del Sacro Cuore, 55, 65122 Pescara PE

  • Phone

    +39 085 4214625

  • Email

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    • Single room with French bed: €94.00
    • Classic double room for single use: €99.00
    • Comfort double room for single use: €114.00
    • Comfort double room (double occupancy): €134.00
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Esplanade ****

  • Address

    Piazza I Maggio, 46, 65122 Pescara PE

  • Phone

    +39 085 292141

  • Email

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    • Single room (DUS): €86.00 per night
    • Double room: €122.00 per night

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