ESTIV Applied Training Course is scheduled to take place in Bratislava, Slovakia, from November 16–21, 2025. Organised by the European Society of Toxicology In Vitro (ESTIV), the course is a 6-day program on in vitro toxicology and new approach methodologies (NAMs). 

Course focus: The Applied Training Course addresses the need for toxicologists and risk assessors who can apply in vitro testing in regulatory safety assessments of chemicals. The curriculum includes topics such as international guidelines, European legislation, the use of advanced technologies like stem cells, 3D printing, and microfluidics, good cell culture practices, and in vitro kinetics and in vitro–in vivo extrapolation. 

Key details for the 2025 course

• Dates: November 16–21, 2025.
• Location: Centre of Experimental Medicine (CEM SAS), Slovak Academy of Science in Bratislava, Slovakia.
• Content: The course provides interactive lectures and practical training on advanced in vitro models, accompanied by group exercises on case studies for chemical risk assessment.
• Target audience: Early-career scientists, students, and professionals interested in applied in vitro toxicology.
• Registration: Enrollment is capped at 24 participants. Registration details can be found on ESTIV’s LinkedIn page and website.
• Accreditation: The course is recognised by EUROTOX and counts towards European Registered Toxicologist (ERT) accreditation. 

Additional information: ESTIV has a history of conducting successful training courses in various EU cities, including one in Bratislava in 2023. Feedback from previous attendees emphasises the benefits of connecting theoretical knowledge with practical skills and networking opportunities. 

Learn more about the course here! https://www.estiv.org/projects-activities/training-course/about-the-course/