Gregory Papagregoriou

Senior Scientist/Group Leader biobank.cy Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus

Dr Gregory Papagregoriou is a molecular biologist and geneticist focused on translating multi-omics discoveries into clinical applications. He directs a multidisciplinary team at biobank.cy, Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus, integrating -omics, molecular and cellular biology, nanoscience, and AI-driven modelling to advance therapeutics development in rare diseases. His work at the Broad Institute, MA, USA enabled the first clinical trial for a rare kidney disease in Cyprus. As Lead Scientist at biobank.cy he oversees its broader research portfolio, next-generation sequencing infrastructure, and Innovation Hub, while he serves in international scientific and standards committees. He coordinates ALP-RARE, an ERDERA/JTC2025 funded project.

Dear delegates,

In light of the latest developments and as a precautionary measure, the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 has decided to postpone this week’s Presidency Conference Advancement of Treatments for Rare Diseases, scheduled to take place in Cyprus 5–6 March 2026.

Further information regarding possible re-arrangement and new dates will be communicated in due course.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused by these adjustments and thank you for your understanding.

Yours sincerely,
The Organizing Committee
Conference “Advancement of Treatments for Rare Diseases”
Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026