The conference venue will be in the heart of the district of the Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna (the most ancient University of the Western world, founded in 1088), in the historical center of Bologna. This location provides a wonderful opportunity to visit historical University buildings, libraries and museums, walk through ancient arcades, see magnificient monuments and eat great food in a vibrant atmosphere. The Railway station is in the center of town and by 2019 it will be accessible from the Airport in 7 minutes.

We are preparing a stimulating scientific program which will include 5 plenary lectures, 16 symposia oral communications, and poster sessions. Young researchers are welcome to attend the European Young Physiologists‘ Symposium (EYPS) on the first day of the Meeting. Coffee breaks, lunches and events in the evening will offer fruitful opportunities for networking and discussions with colleagues, accompanied by food and wine in a charming historical background.

This is the first Joint Meeting organized by Italian Physiologists with other Physiological Societies. Therefore, in occasion of the 70th Italian Congress of SIF, italian physiologists are proud to host a joint Meeting with FEPS and host all of you in Italy.

We are looking forward to meeting you in Bologna for an exciting FEPS-SIF 2019!!

Elena Fabbri, chair
Patrizia Fattori, co-chair
Giorgio Aicardi, co-chair
Roberto Amici, co-chair