On behalf of the European Tissue Repair Society and the Local Organizing Committee, it is a great pleasure to invite you to the 22nd ETRS Meeting in Athens, Greece, on October 4th -5th, 2012.

The Meeting will be open in all aspects of tissue repair and regeneration. Special emphasis will be given in recent advances of molecular biology and biotechnology, for the in depth understanding of the pathophysiological mechanisms and for potential clinical applications.

The 22nd ETRS Meeting will be hosted in Athens, a city of great importance since ancient times for culture, philosophy and scientific thinking. It will take place in the Royal Olympic Hotel in the centre of the city and in a walking distance from Acropolis and its new Museum. It is also an excellent base to explore a lively city, numerous archaeological sites and many attractive locations.

Our aim is to provide the opportunity to prominent, as well as younger scientists and clinicians to present their recent findings. In addition, the interaction between investigators and industry will be highly encouraged, as to develop and explore new ideas.

We look forward to welcoming you at the 22nd ETRS Meeting in Athens!