ESAO 2025

Group Picture of the ESAO 2025 participants on stairs

From June 25 to 28, 2025, we participated in the annual congress of the European Society for Artificial Organs (ESAO), hosted at the University of Twente in Enschede, Netherlands. The international event brought together researchers, clinicians, and engineers to exchange ideas and present the latest advances in artificial organs and organ support technologies.

Our partners from Instituto Superior Técnico (Técnico Lisboa) presented their poster:
“Mixed Matrix Membranes, Cellulose Acetate/Silica/Metal Organic Framework, for Protein-bound Uremic Toxins Removal in the Artificial Kidney”
The work focuses on the development of advanced membrane materials designed to improve the removal of protein-bound uremic toxins, which remain a major challenge in artificial kidney treatment. By combining cellulose acetate with silica and metal–organic framework components, the research explores innovative strategies to enhance membrane performance and selectivity.

In addition to the poster presentation, the BioMembrOS team actively engaged with the scientific community throughout the conference. We distributed project leaflets, presented our research activities, and connected with fellow researchers working on artificial lungs, kidneys, and related membrane technologies. The event provided an excellent platform to exchange knowledge, discuss new developments, and strengthen collaborations.

Monica Faria and two others standing around a round table with a black cloth
BioMembrOS leaflets fanned out in a woman's hands. Behind her is a wooden table with a blue ESAO 2025 banner with white lettering hanging behind it.
BioMembrOS leaflets fanned out on a wooden table, next to a metal bowl with pens in it