Dutch Lung Congress
The Dutch Lung Congress is an annual Congress organized by the NRS, in collaboration with NVALT, Longfonds, SKL and Stichting Astma Bestrijding aims to present the cutting-edge developments in lung science to individuals involved in pulmonary research and foster cross-disciplinary conversations to facilitate novel scientific prospects.
Looking back at DLC2026
The DLC2026, held on 29–30 January under the theme Winter Olympics, concluded with highly satisfied participants and excellent overall ratings. Organized by NRS in partnership with NVALT, Longfonds, SKL, and Stichting Astma Bestrijding, this was the first time the DLC took place in the winter season. The event welcomed 145 participants and was marked by lively and active networking throughout both days.
The two-day programme opened with a plenary session on Winter Olympics and Lung Health and closed with a plenary session on Respiratory Infections Impacting Lung Diseases. In addition, six parallel sessions explored a broad range of topics, including Co-morbidities: cross-talk between the lung and other organs, Cohorts and how we can leverage them to understand lung health, Bronchiectasis/Bronchiolitis, and the Longfonds Publiekssessie.
NRS extends its sincere gratitude to the 23 clinical and translational speakers and to the generous sponsors—Chiesi, AstraZeneca, Sanofi, Vertex, GSK, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Thriona—whose support made this event possible.
Special thanks go to the DLC organizing committee members Bas Holverda, Stefan Prekovic, Sami Simons, Elin Kersten, Sacha Spelier, Willianne Hoepel, event planner Malou Meuffels, and NRS secretary Michelle Yang, all under the leadership of Prof. Janette Burgess. Their dedicated efforts resulted in a comprehensive and inspiring program that significantly contributed to the event's success.
Here are some photos to remember to event:
