Help us spread the word about World Bronchiectasis Conference 2026.
To help drive awareness of and contribute to the success of WBC2026, we kindly invite you to share the latest conference updates, using the WBC promotional toolkit (below).
It includes several helpful assets like official banners, presentation templates, and additional resources.
We encourage you to download and use these materials across your own channels – website, social media, during professional gatherings, or in your presentations – to reach a wider audience and help spread the word about WBC 2026.
Help make WBC2026, the biggest and best WBC ever! Thank you for your support.
“The World Bronchiectasis Conference is more than a scientific conference. It’s a global movement; a dynamic hub for bright ideas.”
Dr Lucy Burr, Associate Professor
(University of Queensland School of Medicine and WBC 2025 Chair)
Here are some ways for you to help spread the word about WBC2026, through your own communication channels with the below assets:
- Website: publish the latest updates about WBC2026
- Newsletters: include WBC in your newsletters
- Social media: like and repost WBC social media posts
- Email:your colleagues, friends or members directly about the conference
Key event information
Location: Hannover, Germany
Venue: Hannover Congress Centrum, SchillstraĂźe 1, 30175 HannoverÂ
Dates: 24-27 June 2026
Contact email: wbc@lena.events
Conference description
World Bronchiectasis Conference 2026
The 9th World Bronchiectasis Conference 2026 returns to its birthplace in Hannover, Germany (24–27 June 2026), marking 10 years of progress in bronchiectasis research and care.
Over the past decade, WBC has grown from a small scientific meeting into a leading international conference, helping move bronchiectasis from the margins to the mainstream. Today, it is recognised as the third most common chronic respiratory disease, after asthma and COPD.
WBC brings together a passionate global community of clinicians, researchers, allied health professionals, industry partners and patients, united in improving the lives of people living with bronchiectasis.
Event taglines
- Paving the way for the next generation.
- WBC – where collaboration begins, and future breakthroughs take shape.
- Where the global bronchiectasis community comes together.
- Advancing bronchiectasis. Improving lives. Worldwide.
- A decade of collaboration shaping the future of bronchiectasis.
- Moving Bronchiectasis, from the margins to the mainstream - together.
- Shaping a new era of breakthrough care in bronchiectasis.
WBC2026 - Key themes
Why attend WBC?
- Join a growing, passionate and committed global community of healthcare professionals, researchers, and scientists – working on bronchiectasis and its comorbidities.
- Get the inside-track on the latest innovations and research – transforming the way we diagnose and treat bronchiectasis.
- Discuss clinical management with your peers; improving the patient experience, and ultimately their quality of care and life.
- About 1,000 professionals are expected to attend from all over the world: to create connections and collaborate on projects with new and old friends
- Engage with and support the next generation of leaders through our Rising Stars Programme.
- Get the patient perspective to widen your vision, research and clinical management.
Who should attend WBC2026?
Professions:
- Medical Doctors
- Researchers
- Physiotherapists
- Nurses
- Early career professionals, Intern, PhD Student, Student
- Allied Healthcare Professionals
- Healthcare Industry Professionals
- Non-Healthcare Industry Professionals
- PAG Patient Advocacy Group
- Patient (dedicated programme)
Specialties:
- Respiratory Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
- Internal Medicine
- Paediatrics
- Physiotherapy
- Specialised Nurses
- Radiology
Rising stars submission description
Are you an early-career researcher looking to boost your career?
The Rising Stars Programme recognises outstanding early-career clinicians and researchers, with a rare opportunity to showcase their research on a global stage at WBC 2026.
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to showcase your own work. Submit your bronchiectasis-related research abstract or case report, for the chance to become one of our four winning Rising Stars!
- Compete for the Rising Star Prize, awarded to the two best presentations chosen by audience vote
- Present your research in the main auditorium, followed by a live Q&A with global experts
- Receive feedback and mentorship from the Scientific Committee
- Enjoy a full hosting package – including free registration, travel, and accommodation
Oral or poster submission description
Oral or Poster Presenters
Take this opportunity to showcase your work to an international audience, raise your profile, connect with global leaders in respiratory medicine, and get personal feedback from the Scientific Committee.
Poster Sessions – Display your research in the dedicated poster area, present your findings, and take part in a live Q&A with delegates and faculty.
Oral Presentations – present a talk on your respiratory research in the main auditorium and gain invaluable feedback from the Scientific Committee.
4 great reasons to submit your research:
- Showcase your work to an international audience
- Connect with global opinion leaders in respiratory medicine
- Receive tailored expert guidance from the Scientific Committee
- Gain visibility through a live Q&A about your research
German session description
Laboratory visit description
Junior professional activities description
Parallel tracks description
Coming soon
Graphic assets – Banners
Banners
Use these official banners to promote WBC 2026 across your social media channels, email signatures, or any relevant digital and printed materials.
Please note: in accordance with CME accreditation guidelines, these banners are intended exclusively for the promotion of the scientific and educational aspects of the event.
Graphic assets - Adverts/Covers
Adverts/Covers
This A4 poster can be included in event programmes, brochures, newsletters, or displayed in hospitals, clinics, and institutions.
Please note: in accordance with CME accreditation guidelines, these banners are intended exclusively for the promotion of the scientific and educational aspects of the event.
A4 Poster
Graphic assets – Flyers
Flyers
These flyers can be included in event programmes, brochures, newsletters, or displayed in hospitals, clinics, and institutions.
Please note: in accordance with CME accreditation guidelines, these banners are intended exclusively for the promotion of the scientific and educational aspects of the event.
Graphic assets - PowerPoint template
PowerPoint template
Feel free to display this slide at relevant meetings or in between presentations at events. It’s a great way to support and share WBC 2026.
Please note: in accordance with CME accreditation guidelines, these banners are intended exclusively for the promotion of the scientific and educational aspects of the event.
Social media Kit
Follow us online:
Join the online conversation on X (Twitter), Bluesky and LinkedIn using our official event hashtag #WBConf26.
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During the conference:
Engage with our online community in the following ways:Â
- Share your key takeaways #WBConf26
- Search for #WBConf26 on X (Twitter)/ Bluesky/ LinkedIn and engage with other attendeesÂ
