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secreted in bile where they affect cholangiocytes. Recent discoveries have led to insights
and a better understanding of the close interaction between cholangiocytes and gut.
Hepatology for a long time has been very much hepatocyte-oriented. Time has come
to shift gears and focus on liver cells that, more than hepatocytes, have roles to play in
inflammation, fibrosis, proliferation and regeneration.
We believe that going to a conference is part of one’s scientific life. You not only go there
to listen to top-researchers and get new ideas but also to contribute and interact. We hope
that during this conference we create an atmosphere that leads to lasting interactions
above all to new and exciting science.
SCIENTIFIC ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Dr Jesus Banales Prof. Peter Jansen
Spain The Netherlands
Prof. Nicholas LaRusso Dr Marco Marzioni
United States Italy
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