CONVIN | Two International Conferences Beyond Athens:
Promoting Extroversion and Regional Development through Congress Tourism
CONVIN remains committed to showcasing Greece as a leading destination for congresses, by actively supporting events beyond Athens, highlighting both the scientific excellence and the economic and touristic value for local communities.
In the first half of 2025, two high-profile international conferences were successfully held in two distinctive cities: Alexandroupolis and Chania.
European Summer School of Internal Medicine (ESIM 2025) | Alexandroupolis
1–7 June 2025
CONVIN organized this major educational initiative by EFIM and FDIME, ESIM 2025, hosted for the first time in Greece and more specifically in Alexandroupolis, in collaboration with the Medical School of Democritus University of Thrace and the University Hospital of Alexandroupolis.
Over 80 young internal medicine specialists from across Europe participated in intensive workshops and clinical sessions, combining scientific training with the charm of a welcoming regional city.
Local value & impact:
- Boost to medical tourism in the region.
- Positioning Alexandroupolis as an emerging international conference destination.
- Economic benefit for the local community (hotels, restaurants, transport).
- Strategic visibility for Northern Greece through a prestigious scientific event.
Scientific significance:
- A highly targeted and hands-on educational programme.
- Supported by leading European medical associations.
- Investment in the next generation of internal medicine professionals.
10th Mediterranean Neuroscience Society Conference (MNS 2025) | Chania
7–11 June 2025
Held in Chania, Crete, at the Minoa Palace Resort, the MNS 2025 welcomed over 450 participants from across the Mediterranean region and beyond. CONVIN provided comprehensive support for the event, which focused on interdisciplinary collaboration and accessibility for young scientists, thanks to scholarships awarded.
Local value & impact:
- Significant contribution to Crete’s tourism during a non-peak period.
- Global exposure of Chania as a high-standard conference destination.
- Engagement of the local economy and community through science.
Scientific significance:
- Participation of world-renowned neuroscientists.
- Young researchers from over 20 countries involved.
- Exchange of cutting-edge research and ideas in brain and neural studies.
A Vision Beyond the Capital
The selection of Alexandroupolis and Chania was a conscious strategic choice. CONVIN strongly believes in the power of conference tourism to act as a driver of regional development, a bridge between science and culture, and a vehicle to enhance Greece’s international academic and touristic reputation.
Mediterranean Journal of Rheumatology | International Recognition for a Greek-Based Scientific Journal
The Mediterranean Journal of Rheumatology has received its first-ever Impact Factor: 1.4 (JCR 2024) – a recognition of its scientific quality and growing international presence.
It is possibly the only Platinum Open Access, PubMed-indexed rheumatology journal worldwide with an Impact Factor, combining no publication fees with academic excellence and accessibility.
CONVIN S.A. has fully supported the journal’s publication process since 2015, overseeing every stage of its development and dissemination. We are honored to be part of its continued success story.
