Countdown to WBC 2026 in Hannover
Welcome
We are delighted to invite you to the 9th World Bronchiectasis Conference, taking place on 24–27 June 2026 in Hannover, Germany.
Ten years after hosting the inaugural conference in 2016, we are excited to return to where it all began.
This year’s conference promises to be an extraordinary gathering of leading experts, rising stars and dedicated professionals from across the globe, united in our mission to advance bronchiectasis research and care.
WBC 2026 will feature cutting-edge translational research, innovative clinical trials and comprehensive tracks covering everything from basic science to patient experiences.
Together, we will continue to advance bronchiectasis research and improve patient care worldwide.
Organising Association
Important dates
REGISTRATION AND CALL FOR ABSTRACTS OPENING
September 2026
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS CLOSING
27 March 2026
EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE
18 April 2026
Topics
Dive into key topics at the World Bronchiectasis Conference, where we explore the complexities of bronchiectasis from its causes and underlying mechanisms to innovative treatments. Engage with cutting-edge research on genomics, diverse infections, the impact of environmental factors, and the latest therapeutic strategies.
Join global experts in addressing critical aspects of respiratory health in Hannover.
Basic Science
(aetiology & pathophysiology)
Clinical Trials
Comorbidities
(AATD, Asthma, COPD, etc.)
Cystic Fibrosis and Bronchiectasis
Immunology & Inammation
(including ABPA, inborn errors of immunity, primary
immunodeciency, neutrophil function/dysfunction)
Infections
(Pseudomonas, Haemophilus, etc.)
