The 16th International Congress on Skin Ageing & Challenges in Valencia, Spain this November will discuss new strategies for skin longevity.
The meeting on 11-12 November will address the biological complexity of skin ageing, which is shaped by both intrinsic factors (cellular senescence, genetic programming, protein homeostasis) and extrinsic factors (UV exposure, pollution, microbiome shifts).
The congress will bring together a global panel of scientists, clinicians, and industry innovators to explore the latest breakthroughs in skin ageing research, from molecular mechanisms to real-world applications in prevention, rejuvenation, and smart skin care.
The congress will open with a keynote by Professor Vladimir A. Botchkarev of Boston University School of Medicine, USA on the epigenetic regulation of skin ageing-associated genes in short-lived and long-lived mammals — a comparative approach that could identify novel protective pathways.
Key themes across the two-day event include: Cellular Senescence & Interventions; Epigenetic & Circadian Control; Skin-Microbiome-Immune Dialogue; Damage, Repair & Proteostasis; and From Lab to Market.
Researchers and companies are invited to submit abstracts for short oral presentations and innovation pitches.
Dedicated sessions will spotlight polyphenol innovations, smart biomaterials, and other emerging technologies ready for clinical and commercial translation.
“The skin is both a barrier and a biological sensor,” said Jean Krutmann, President of Skin Ageing & Challenges 2025.
“By understanding its ageing processes, we not only improve dermatological health but also gain insights into systemic ageing and potential whole-body rejuvenation strategies.”
