Information

Main Topics

1. Biology of Cell-Free Nucleic Acidis
2. Reproductive and Prenatal Medicine
3. Oncology and Liquid Biopsy Applications
4. Disease Pathogenesis and Clinical Implications
5. Immunology and Inflammation
6. Emerging Topics in Cell-Free DNA Research

General Conference Info

About Bratislava

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is a vibrant Central European city located on the banks of the Danube River, close to the borders with Austria and Hungary. It combines a rich history with a modern, dynamic atmosphere and serves as an important cultural, scientific, and economic center of the country.

The city is known for its charming historic Old Town with cobblestone streets, medieval towers, and baroque palaces, as well as landmarks such as Bratislava Castle overlooking the Danube.
Today, Bratislava hosts numerous universities, research institutions, and international events, making it an ideal location for scientific meetings and collaboration in the heart of Europe.

Conference Venue

Conference sessions will take place in the lecture halls of congress centre of Radisson Blue Carlton.
Hviezdoslavovo námestie 3, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided by Progress CA s.r.o. 

Please register your interest for accommodation at the Carlton Hotel by 20 May 2026 contacting gabriela.sujanova@progress.eu.sk . Invoices will be issued based on your requirements.

Cancellations up to 90 days before the event: Free of charge.

89 – 60 days before the event: 50% cancellation fee
59 – 30 days before the event: 75% cancellation fee
29 – 0 days before the event: 100% cancellation fee

Alternative accommodation near the venue is to be arranged by each participant individually.

• Roset Hotel & Residence **** 0,9 km from the venue
• Hotel Devín **** 0,65 km  from the venue
• APLEND CITY Hotel Perugia *** 0,5 km from venue

How to get to the Radisson Blu Carlton Hotel, Bratislava

From Bratislava Airport

By public transport:

Take bus number 61 towards the main train station (Hlavna stanica) and get off at Trnavské mýto. There take tram number 4 towards Pri krizi and get off at SND. You will find the hotel entrance 300 meters away.
By taxi:
The airport is located 13km away from the hotel. Taxi journeys will take around 20 minutes depending on the traffic. Make sure to agree on the price before getting in the vehicle.

From the Central Train Station

By public transport:

Public transport from Bratislava airport/bus station:
imhd.sk/ba/public-transport
Take tram number 1 departing from the main train station (Hlavna stanica) towards Jungmannova and get off at Nám. SNP. Walk 600 meters and you will find the hotel entrance.
By taxi:
The train station is 3km away from the hotel. A taxi journey will take around 10 minutes depending on the traffic. Make sure to agree on the price before getting in the vehicle.

From Vienna International Airport

By bus:

Vienna's Airport is only 62km from our hotel. Take a one-hour bus ride offered by different coach lines.
Bus from Vienna to Bratislava:
cp.sk/en/vlakbusmhd/spojenie/ (covers connections from most travel companies)
slovaklines.sk/en/ (recommended)
flixbus.com/ (alternative)
By car:
The fastest route is via A4 and takes around 45 minutes.

Tickets for transport in Bratislava

You can pay by contactless bank card directly in the bus/tram (yellow devices) (30 min, 1.09€)

Paper tickets are available at automated vending machines (the yellow or new red models) found at most
stops. You can pay with cash or card. The minimum fare is €1.20 for 30 minutes. Remember to validate
your ticket using the machine inside the bus or tram as soon as you get on.