
The 2nd European Conference on Biomedical Laboratory Sciences Education (ECBLSE)
We are pleased to invite you to the 2nd European Conference on Biomedical Laboratory Sciences Education (ECBLSE) taking place at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL) in Bergen, Norway, November 27, 2025.
Following the success of the inaugural conference held in Coimbra, Portugal in 2023, this year's theme will focus on harmonizing Biomedical Sciences (BMS) Education in Europe. The conference aims to bring together educators, researchers, and professionals to discuss the current state and future directions of BMS education across Europe.
Join us for an enriching program featuring:
- Keynote presentations by leading experts in the field of biomedical sciences education
- Workshops and panel discussions on harmonization strategies
- Networking opportunities with colleagues from academia
- Poster sessions showcasing innovative research and educational practices
The city of Bergen offers a unique backdrop for this conference, providing an excellent opportunity to explore its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes.
We look forward to your participation in this important event and hope to see you in Bergen!
Keynote speaker:

Conference venue and getting there
Conference Venue
The 2nd ECBLSE will take place in auditorium 15 / F117 at the University of Western Norway, Campus Bergen
Address: Inndalsveien 28, 5063 Bergen
Fint your way around Campus Bergen using Mazemap
Getting there
From the airport to Campus Bergen
Bergen Airport Flesland is located 18 kilometers south of Bergen.
The easiest way to get to Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Campus Bergen is by light rail. The light rail stop is called "Kronstad" and it takes approx. 30 minutes. More information is available on Skyss (the light rail operator) here.
A taxi from Bergen Airport Flesland takes approximately 30 minutes to Kronstad, depending on traffic. You may choose different taxi companies. Taxi between the airport and the city centre costs approximately 500-600 NOK.
See all options on how to get to and from the airport here.
From the city center to Campus
The easiest way to get to Campus Kronstad, is by light rail, Bybanen, to Kronstad
Practical information
Conference fees
Categories | Early Bird before 13. september |
Regular from 14. september |
Standard Registration fee | 800 | 1200 |
Student fee | 300 | 300 |
The registration fee includes:
Access to all conference sessions, coffee breaks and lunch. All prices are in NOK and includes VAT
Conference dinner 27. november
3- course conference dinner at Grand Hotel Terminus.
Accommodation
We have prebooked a limited number of rooms at the following hotels from 26.-28. November at special rates for the 2nd ECBLSE:
Moxy hotel
15 min walk to conference venue on Campus/1 -2 stop with light rail
Single room incl breakfast per night NOK 1295
Book you room here
Zander K:
Vis a vis the railwaystation. 5/6 stops with light rail
Single room incl breakfast and VAT per night NOK 1166,-
Bookingdetails:
NB Our special rate is only valid for a limited number of rooms and is not able to book through the hotelwebsite or other bookingsites, only by direct requests to:
Email: resepsjon@zanderk.no
Tel: +47 55362040
Referencenumber: 333469, before 26. oktober 2025.
If you miss the booking deadline or the limted number of rooms are exceeded, the hotel may still be able to offer accomodation, but cannot guarantee the above rates.
Abstract Submission
Welcome to the abstract submission page for
the 2nd ECBLSE Conference.
Abstract submission is now open.
Deadline for submitting abstracts is 1. september 2025 (CET)
Theme: Developing BLS education for the future
The conference abstract must include:
- Authors and institutes/affiliations
You must enter the names and affiliations of ALL authors - including yourself if you are an author - in the order in which you wish them to appear in the printed text. (Names omitted here will NOT be printed in the author index or the final program.) - Title
Enter the FULL TITLE of your submission. This will be used for printing in the final program. - Abstract
Please enter an abstract of you paper (max 300 words) - Permission to publish
Please give us permission to publish your abstract on electronic media and / or in hardcopy - Author approval
Please confirm that this submission has been approved by all authors - Confirm that at least one author will register in full to attend and present the paper at the Conference by 26. October
- Choose your preferred means of presentation
Please submit your abstract by email to: 2ndecblse@hvl.no
Scientific committee
Local Organizing Committee
Practical Questions? Please contact the conference coordinator:
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