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We are pleased to announce the launch of the ESNM Visiting Fellowship 2026. This fellowship programme offers young clinicians and researchers the opportunity to spend two weeks at a recognised ESNM host centre to advance their expertise in neurogastroenterology and gastrointestinal motility, foster international collaboration, and promote excellence in motility care across Europe.

Important news for anyone interested in presenting their research findings on irritable bowel syndrome. Take your chance and participate in the international congress IBS Days on 15-17 June in Bologna, Italy. Submit your abstract by 12 April. Further information can be found on the congress website www.ibsdays.it

We are proud to share that Christopher Black, a valued member of the ESNM community, has been named one of the UEG Rising Stars 2026 – an annual distinction recognising the most promising emerging scientists in digestive health.

Neurogastroenterology & Motility enters a new chapter under the leadership of Daniel Keszthelyi, who takes on the role of Editor-in-Chief together with a new international editorial team. We look forward to continued excellence and exciting advances in neurogastroenterology and motility. At the same time, we warmly thank Maura Corsetti for her dedicated and impactful service as Editor-in-Chief from 2023 to 2025.

ESNM has been successfully collaborating with DocMatter for two years, providing members with access to a private, moderated online community for clinical exchange.

Early-career and experienced members alike are warmly invited to join the discussion, share expertise, and connect with peers worldwide.

The Third Hands-On Course on the Management of Abdominal Distension will take place in Barcelona on May 22–23, 2026, building on the strong success of the previous editions. The course focuses on abdominal distension as a key manifestation of disorders of gut–brain interaction, with particular emphasis on abdominophrenic dyssynergia and its underlying pathophysiology. Join this practical, clinically oriented course to deepen your understanding and improve patient management.

Healthcare professionals involved in anorectal physiology are invited to contribute to the London Working Group 2.0 by taking a short survey assessing how the London protocol and classification are used in daily practice. Led by Mark Scott and Paul Vollebregt, this international initiative offers a unique opportunity to share feedback and help shape the next update of standards in anorectal function diagnostics.