Copan at ESCMID 2026
Science in focus
Saturday, April 18
The full microbiology workflow
Saturday’s booth activities covered the entire sample journey, from collection to data interpretation, highlighting an integrated workflow that enhances a lab’s potential and patient care.
Live Product Theaters
Capturing the Microbiome: Copan’s Collection and Transport Devices for Multi‑Omics Analysis, by Anna Franzoni
Closing the Pre‑Analytical Gap: How University Hospitals Leuven Drives Quality and Efficiency Through Traceability and Pre‑Barcoding, by Dr. Ann Verdonck
Sunday, April 19
Collection & Transport Devices
On Sunday, Copan’s booth focused on sample collection and transport, with dedicated activities and scientific sessions showcasing devices and real-world applications.
Live Product Theaters
The Importance of Enrichment in Candida auris Screening, by Matteo Miriani, Stefania Di Costanzo
Shaping the Future of Clinical Molecular Diagnostics: Exploring Copan’s Latest Breakthroughs, by Matteo Miriani, Giulia Mozzoni, Marica Barezzani
Monday, April 20
Laboratory Automation and AI
Automation, AI, and data-driven innovation are transforming laboratory workflows: Monday’s booth design offered the possibility to experience these technologies firsthand.
Live Product Theaters
Radian AST Solution: Reshaping Disk Diffusion to Support the AMR Fight, by Giulio Montini, Matteo Lucchini
The Impact of PhenoMATRIX™ AI on Clinical Microbiology Routine, by Giulio Montini, Stefano Magni
Copan returned to ESCMID with a stronger scientific presence, engaging content, an inspiring sundowner symposium, impactful posters, and hands-on demos.
Every day, the booth transformed with new scientific insights, dedicated product highlights, and even a redesigned layout. Each visit gave a different perspective on innovation in microbiology.
Integrated Symposium – Saturday, April 18 (16:15-17:45 CET) - Hall A1-2
From Sample to Patient: Diagnostics and Infection Control in the AMR Era
The rise of AMR demands faster, smarter diagnostics. This year’s ESCMID symposium highlights AI-driven tools and integrated surveillance to accelerate detection, standardize workflows, and strengthen collaboration across health systems.
Joseph Meletiadis, University of Athens, Greece
Optimal Methods for Candida auris Screening in Hospital Surveillance
Ramon Pérez Tanoira, Hospital Universitario Principe de Asturias, Spain
Automated Workflows: Enhancing AMR Surveillance from GI Testing to Infection Control
Gian Maria Rossolini, University Of Firenze, Italy
Innovative Diagnostic Microbiology Networks: Sharing Organization and Knowledge through Advanced Automation
Adrian Egli, University Of Zurich, Switzerland
Next-Gen Microbiology: Harnessing AI for Precision Diagnostics
Scientific Posters
Download the booklet containing the list and abstracts of all the posters that featured our products.
Universal Approach Campaign
Breaking down the biggest microbiology threat
Over the past few months, the Universal Approach campaign has featured renowned Key Opinion Leaders across various microbiology fields. At ESCMID 2026, we launched the second phase of the campaign, featuring new interviews, videos, and white papers that will focus on the main microbiology threat of the future – Antimicrobial Resistance. Stay tuned for the next chapters!