12th Conference of Applied Hygiene, Microbiology and Virology (CAHMV)

The 12th Conference of Applied Hygiene, Microbiology and Virology (CAHMV) will take place on 26 - 27 November 2026, organized by DR. BRILL INSTITUTES. The CAHMV serves as a premier European multidisciplinary platform that bridges the gap between academic research, regulatory science, and industrial application in the fields of infection prevention and antimicrobial efficacy.

Please ensure this date is blocked in your calendar to join international scientists and industry R&D leaders for an advanced scientific discourse.

Key Scientific and Regulatory Focus Areas:

  • Interactive Scientific Workshop: Following the success of the 2025 edition, the conference will feature again a dedicated practical workshop focusing on methodological paradigms in efficacy testing.
  • The legendary lecture "Overview of development of efficacy testing of disinfectants, antiseptics, wound dressings, and antimicrobial surfaces 2031" - one of the highlights of every CAHMV, held by Dr. Florian H. H. Brill, including methodological updates and harmonization of standards for disinfectants, antiseptics, and biocidal surfaces.
  • Translational Microbiology & Virology: Advanced research in pathogen inactivation, emerging resistance mechanisms, and novel disinfection technologies.
  • Regulatory Science & Compliance: Comprehensive insights into current European Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) pathways, data requirements, and risk assessments.
  • Expert Discourse: Peer-to-peer networking connecting international industry experts and academic researchers.

To accommodate our global community, the 12th CAHMV will be hosted again as a hybrid event – welcoming participants on-site in Hamburg as well as virtually via our online livestream. The preliminary scientific program and registration details will be published shortly on the official CAHMV portal. Please note: Only the program in the main hall (Kaffeebörse) will be streamed online and recorded!

We anticipate a stimulating scientific exchange and look forward to your participation. To take part, please use our form under the ‘REGISTRATION’ menu item.

 

CAHMV 2026 in detail:

Following last year's successful premiere, we are delighted to announce the return of a key highlight: Our workshop, "Efficacy testing of antimicrobial products - including video insights from the testing labs," will offer exclusive insights into our testing facilities. This session presents a valuable opportunity to gain practical knowledge and participate in a collaborative discussion.

The scientific program features an exceptional lineup of renowned experts. Dr. Florian H. H. Brill will open the second day with a highly anticipated keynote lecture on the latest developments in the efficacy evaluation of antimicrobial products, and Professor Dr. Ojan Assadian will close that day with his keynote "Medical Director‘s Year in Infection Prevention and Control - believes vs. reality". On the first day, attendees can look forward to two further distinguished keynote presentations: Dr. Britt Hornei will talk about "Replication capacity (RCAU) as a basis for assessing the sensitivity of micro-organisms to disinfectant agents", and Professor Dr. Jean-Yves Maillard will deliver a comprehensive keynote on the difficulties of eliminating environmental biofilms, addressing both complex multi-species and dry surface biofilms.

We are also pleased to welcome Dr. Sophie Loeffert-Frémiot, who will chair a panel discussion on current challenges in efficacy evaluation from the perspective of the new CEN/TC 216. Furthermore, and Professor Dr. Daniel Todt will discuss the "Transmission and inactivation of viral hepatitis". The extensive session "Hot topics Infection Prevention & Control" features a diverse selection of further high-quality scientific presentations. This track will once again be chaired by Professor Dr. Eike Steinmann and Professor Dr. Jörg Steinmann. Regarding regulatory affairs, Dr. Gunnar Kleist will lead the session "Current Challenges in European Regulatory Affairs," focusing on pressing BPR updates. CAHMV 2026 will also include a dedicated session on non-clinical hygiene, chaired by Professor Dr. Dirk Bockmühl.

We invite you to join us at the 12th CAHMV 2026 on 26 and 27 November 2026 at the AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt. Alongside the scientific sessions, a pleasant joint dinner in a maritime atmosphere awaits you. For those unable to attend in person, online participation is available (please note: this option excludes the BPR session on Friday!). Numerous colleagues from our institutes will be in attendance and look forward to welcoming you.