The 15th Joint Meeting of the BDIAP and the Pathological Society, joint with the Belgian Society of Pathology, will take place in Ghent, Belgium on 24-26 June 2025.

Call for Abstracts

Abstract submission is now open.

Detailed information including abstract submission guidelines is available on the Ghent Pathology website.  

The deadline for abstract submissions is Friday 14 March 2025. 

BDIAP Bursaries

Apply for a bursary to attend Ghent Pathology 2025. Bursaries will consist of free registration to the meeting including welcome reception and conference dinner and a financial contribution towards travel and accommodation. 

All applications will be reviewed formally by the Innovation Subcommittee. 

Applicants must have submitted an abstract to the meeting and must upload a copy of their submitted abstract when applying for a bursary.

Am I eligible?

Applications are open to:

• BDIAP Member Country Trainee Members (UK, Ireland, Belgium, The Netherlands)
• BDIAP Allied Scientist Member Country Members (Affiliate or Allied Scientist members from the UK, Ireland, Belgium, The Netherlands)
• Applicants from BDIAP Schools (Sri Lankan, East African, Bosnian and Arab Schools). Applicants must be pathologists in training or within two years of having been appointed consultant.

To be eligible for a bursary you must have submitted an abstract to the meeting. The deadline for abstract submissions is Friday 14 March 2025. Full abstract guidelines are available on the Ghent Pathology website.

You will be asked to upload a copy of your submitted abstract when applying for the bursary. 

How do I apply?

• Complete an online application form.
• Submit the required verification document(s).

When completing the online application form applicants will be asked to write a short statement (150 words) to demonstrate how they would benefit from being awarded a BDIAP bursary. 

Please note:

• BDIAP Schools applicants must provide two references. 
• BDIAP Member Country applicants must submit the verification document. 
• Only completed applications will be considered. Applications are considered complete once the online form has been submitted and the required supporting verification document(s) have been received. 
• Applicants should not register for the meeting until they hear the outcome of their bursary application.

Application Form

BDIAP Schools

BDIAP Trainees/Allied Scientists

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