ESNM at FNM 2024: Advancing Knowledge and Collaboration in Bangkok

The FNM 2024 conference in Bangkok, Thailand, held from 5–8 November 2024, was a remarkable gathering of global leaders in Neurogastroenterology and Motility, and the European Society of Neurogastroenterology and Motility (ESNM) is proud to have contributed to this conference with its multidisciplinary team. Hosted by the Asian Neurogastroenterology and Motility Association (ANMA) and Chulalongkorn University, the conference brought together researchers, clinicians, and professionals to exchange knowledge, showcase groundbreaking research, and foster collaborations.

With over 100 distinguished speakers and a diverse scientific programme, FNM 2024 spanned topics ranging from fundamental research to clinical applications. ESNM experts delivered state-of-the-art presentations, contributing to the success of this global forum.

ESNM Speakers at FNM 2024: Key Sessions and Topics (Alphabetical Order)

• Giovanni Barbara (Italy) – "Post-Infectious IBS" (Session C4: IBS)
• Guy Boeckxstaens (Belgium) – "How Macrophages Shape and Maintain the Enteric Nervous System" (Session T2: Gut-Brain Interaction)
• Gerard Clarke (Ireland) – "Microbial Regulation of Behavioural Comorbidities in Obesity" (Session T6: Appetite Regulation)
• Nicolas Cenac (France) – "Role of Bacterial and Host Lipids in Visceral Hypersensitivity" (Session B7: Abdominal Pain: From Bench to Bedside)
• Maura Corsetti (UK) – "From Pathophysiology to Treatment" (Session C6: Constipation)
• Michel Neunlist (France) – "Critical Revision of the Literature on the Role of Microbiota in DGBI" (Session T7)
• Nathalie Vergnolle (France) – "Development of Nano-Antibodies to Reduce Visceral Hypersensitivity in IBS" (Session T9: Precision Medicine in DGBI)
• Philip Woodland (UK) – "Functional Oesophageal Disorders" (Session C5: What's New in Functional Oesophageal Disorder and Oropharyngeal Function)
• Daniel Sifrim (UK) – "Supragastric Belching: Evaluation and Solutions" (Postgraduate Course)
• Magnus Simrén (Sweden) – "Managing the Diverse Symptoms of IBS Patients" (Postgraduate Course)
• Niall Hyland (Ireland) – "Gut Microbiota Manipulation in DGBI" (Postgraduate Course)
• Jan Tack (Belgium) – "Overlapping Functional Dyspepsia and DGBI: A Tactical Approach" (Plenary Symposium on Dyspepsia)
• Lukas Van Oudenhove (Belgium) – "Study of Brain-Gut Interaction by Imaging and Novel Techniques" (Session B9)

The conference provided a unique platform for ESNM experts to share their cutting-edge research and clinical expertise, reinforcing the society's reputation as a leader in the field. Beyond the scientific sessions, FNM 2024 was an invaluable opportunity to strengthen international collaborations and friendships, driving the advancement of Neurogastroenterology and Motility worldwide.

We are excited to announce that the next FNM conference will take place in 2026 in Bogotá, Colombia. The exact date will be announced soon—stay tuned!

ESNM extends its gratitude to ANMA and Chulalongkorn University for organising this exceptional event and looks forward to continuing this tradition of global collaboration in 2026.