Annual Congress of the
CENTRAL EUROPEAN
DIABETES ASSOCIATION
25-27 June 2026
The Annual Congress of the Central European Diabetes Association (CEDA) is taking place in Düsseldorf this year and will focus on diabetes and the heart, precision diabetology, and new therapeutic approaches.
The Central European Diabetes Association (CEDA) is an international scientific society that promotes exchange between diabetes experts, particularly in Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe. Originating from the International Danube Symposia, CEDA organizes annual rotating congresses and promotes, among other things, exchange on regional challenges in diabetes research and care.
Greetings from Congress President Prof. Dr. Michael Roden
Dear colleagues,
On behalf of the organizing committee, consisting of Georgia Xourafa, Christian Herder, and myself, I am delighted to welcome you to the CEDA 2026 congress in Düsseldorf.
The conference will be organized by the German Diabetes Center (DDZ), where translational and clinical diabetes research have always worked closely together. Discussing the latest research findings and their impact on the clinical practice is the overarching goal of this congress. We expect an intensive exchange between experts and next generation scientists and clinicians from Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe. Thus, you can look forward to an exciting scientific program that addresses among other topics: diabetes and heart, liver and kidney diseases, precision diabetology, nutrition and lifestyle, to name just a few.
With its central location, lively cultural and fashion scene, as well as excellent gastronomy, Düsseldorf, the state capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, also offers the ideal setting for sightseeing, networking and making new friends!
So, I would like to cordially invite you to join us for CEDA 2026.
With best regards
Prof. Dr. Michael Roden
Congress President CEDA 2026
Prof. Dr. Michael Roden,
Congress President CEDA 2026
Program
The scientific program focuses on topics of high clinical significance. These include, among others:
- Diabetes and cardiovascular disease (cardio-diabetes)
- Precision diabetology and the heterogeneity of diabetes
- Diabetes and comorbidities, especially liver disease, kidney disease and neuropathy
- Prevention through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes
In addition, new therapeutic approaches, innovations in diabetes technology and current developments in obesity and diabetes-related complications will be comprehensively examined – topics that are of interest to both researchers and practicing physicians. The program will be supplemented by selected satellite symposia from renowned pharmaceutical companies.
Abstracts
Be part of the scientific dialogue at CEDA Congress 2026.
Researchers, clinicians and experts are invited to submit abstracts and contribute to an international exchange shaping the future of diabetes care. Share your work, gain visibility among peers and actively participate in three days of high-level scientific discussion in Düsseldorf. Submit your abstract and be part of the congress.
Abstract Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026
The Venue – Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf and University Hospital Düsseldorf
When the CEDA Congress takes place in Düsseldorf at the end of June 2026, the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia will become the meeting place for the Central, Eastern and Southeastern European diabetes community for three days.
The congress is being organized by the German Diabetes Center (DDZ) at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf – an institution where translational research and clinical application have always been closely intertwined.
The venue is the Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf and University Hospital Düsseldorf. The lecture halls of the MNR Clinic are centrally located in the middle of the campus.
CEDA2026 Board
Prof. Dr. Michael Roden
Congress President CEDA 2026
Georgia Xourafa, MD
Scientific Secretary CEDA 2026
Prof. Dr. Christian Herder
Scientific Secretary CEDA 2026
Düsseldorf as the Stage
Düsseldorf is a city where business, science and lifestyle come together.
As one of Europe’s leading economic and innovation hubs, it offers an outstanding infrastructure, international connectivity and a strong academic and medical ecosystem. In summer, the city unfolds its full charm along the Rhine, creating the ideal atmosphere for high-level exchange, meaningful networking and fresh perspectives beyond the congress sessions.
Venue
MNR-Building 13.55
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf and University Hospital Düsseldorf
Lecture Halls 13A and 13B
Moorenstraße 5,
40225 Düsseldorf
Germany
Getting there from Düsseldorf Airport
Düsseldorf Airport is very well connected to the city’s public transport network, making it easy to reach the venue at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf and University Hospital Düsseldorf.
