EFMI is pleased to announce the Special Topic Conference (STC) 2026, which will take place in Athens, Greece, from 29 to 31 October 2026. Organized by EFMI in collaboration with the Greek Biomedical and Health Informatics Association (GBHI), STC 2026 will bring together researchers, clinicians, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry experts to explore emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in health and medical informatics.

Continuing the tradition of EFMI’s highly interactive Special Topic Conferences, the event will provide an excellent platform for scientific exchange, collaboration, and networking among members of the European health informatics community. Participants are invited to join colleagues from across Europe and beyond in Athens for three days of insightful discussions and knowledge sharing. Further information, including the scientific programme and registration details, is available at the STC 2026 website.https://stc2026.efmi.org/

Submit your work now! https://access.online-registry.net/stc2026/index.php

 Dates and Deadlines

• Start date of submissions – 10 June 2026

• End date of submissions (Full papers and Short Communication papers) – 28 August 2026

• End date of submissions (panels, workshops, and demonstrations) – 15 September 2026

• Deadline for mandatory registration of paper authors – 25 September 2026

• Expected publication of Conference proceedings – 31 December 2026