2024 Argentine Group for Extracellular Vesicles (GAVE) Workshop: promoting science in challenging times

TL;DR

The 2024 GAVE workshop brought together over 140 researchers in Argentina to advance extracellular vesicle studies despite funding challenges.

Contribution

The workshop promoted national collaboration and international engagement in extracellular vesicle research under difficult funding conditions.

Findings

The workshop successfully fostered collaboration among diverse disciplines in EV research.

International experts shared insights that benefited the local scientific community.

Financial support enabled inclusivity and participation from underrepresented groups.

Abstract

The Argentine Group for Extracellular Vesicles (GAVE) was established in 2022 with the objective of bringing together researchers working in Argentina dedicated to extracellular vesicle (EV) studies. Following its successful inaugural meeting in 2023, the II GAVE Workshop was held on 12-13 September 2024, at the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. This event brought together over 140 participants from diverse disciplines, fostering collaboration and strengthening the national EV research field. Moreover, international speakers and renowned experts in their fields shared valuable insights and experiences with the audience. Despite the challenges posed by the national government's funding cuts, the 2024 GAVE workshop showcased the Argentine scientists' strong commitment to high-quality research and the growth of local science in the field of EVs. Supported by international organizations and local companies, the II GAVE Workshop prioritized inclusivity and provided valuable networking opportunities, particularly for students and early-career researchers. This financial support was fundamental to broadening the impact of the event by promoting the assistance of underrepresented groups. This Meeting Review highlights the outcomes of our workshop and shows the advances of the Argentinian scientific community involved in EV research.

Summary: This Meeting Review article showcases the latest workshop of the Argentine Group for Extracellular Vesicles, emphasizing its impact in fostering national and international collaborations.

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