NVHG 2026

17 & 18 September 2026
De Doelen, Rotterdam, the Netherlands

Thur 17 & Fri 18 September 2026

De Doelen, Rotterdam, the Netherlands

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Annual Conference 2026

In 2026, the Dutch and Belgian societies for Human Genetics will join forces for a cross-border meeting in the heart of Rotterdam. Building on the momentum of previous meetings—this year’s focus shifts toward integration and impact: how novel technologies and insights can be responsibly and effectively implemented to improve health across the lifespan.

This joint NVHG–BESHG meeting is organized in close collaboration with VKGL and VKGN.

The scientific program will highlight:

  • Archaeogenetics – what ancient DNA teaches us about human history, disease, and evolution

  • Successful Aging – genetic and biological insights into exceptional longevity

  • From Technology to Implementation – practical pathways for introducing new genomic and data-driven tools into healthcare

  • Bridging Discovery and Care – ensuring that scientific breakthroughs translate into meaningful patient benefit

We are delighted to already confirm the following speakers:

  • Eric Green (Illumina)

  • Henne Holstege (VIB-KU Leuven; Amsterdam UMC)

  • Rosa Rademaker (VIB-UAntwerp)

  • Frank Jacobs (University of Amsterdam)

  • ·Johannes Krause (Max Planck Institute)

  • Bas van Steensel (Netherlands Cancer Institute)

  • Hugo Snippert (Prinses Maxima Center)

This joint NVHG–BESHG meeting brings together the “Lower Countries” in a unique collaboration for 2026, offering a vibrant platform for exchange, connection, and inspiration across our communities.

Mark your calendars for 17–18 September 2026 at De Doelen, Rotterdam.

More details on registration, abstracts, and the full program will follow soon.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes, accreditation is provided by the VKGN to clinical geneticists

  • Registration is now open. Please check our website!

  • Stichting Formation is a Dutch-based family-run foundation that aims to support women at the start of their scientific careers by offering small grants to subsidize conference attendance or scientific exchanges from abroad to the Netherlands.

    Foreign participants of the NVHG conference might benefit from financial aid from Stichting Formation. More details are available to our website www.stichtingformation.nl. Here, you will also find information about eligibility, the application procedure and the application form.