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Technology for Co-Working on Health and Active Life – 2nd Conference

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Technology for Co-Working on Health and Active Life – 2nd Conference

11 December 2025 (online)

FEES is pleased to endorse the 2nd “Technology for Co-Working on Health and Active Life” Conference, supported by AAL Europe.
The event focuses on integrating technology, ergonomics, occupational health, and health care, with a strong emphasis on human-centred approaches and AI.

The conference brings together researchers and practitioners working on solutions that support healthy and active living across Europe, with attention to community-based care models, interdisciplinary competence development and open technological platforms.

Date & time: 11 December 2025, 14:00 (CET)
Format: Virtual
Registration: sponsored attendance (free of charge) – Please register via the conference website.
Contact: events@kohs.at

Call for Papers

Short presentations (~7 minutes) are invited.
Abstract submission deadline: 15 November 2025.

Conference papers are planned for publication in:

  • IETI TES – Transactions on Ergonomics and Safety
  • IETI TERP – Transactions on Engineering Research and Practice

Topics

The programme addresses current challenges in health care and the role of ergonomics and technology in supporting active life, including:

  • community health and co-working concepts,
  • technology needs and open platforms,
  • data requirements and open data structures,
  • interdisciplinary and interprofessional ergonomics education,
  • user experience approaches,
  • integrated learning,
  • joint cognitive systems and sociotechnical system design,
  • ergonomics considerations for primary and secondary users.

Speaker Line-Up

Contributions include experts from Europe and beyond, among them:
Andrew Thatcher, Elisabeth Quendler, Laura Salgado Ferreira, Niclas Grabbe, Aleksandar Zunjic, Christina Harbauer, Gyula Szabó, Tihomir Dovramadjiev, Clemens Lutsch, Alexander Burov, Darina Dobreva, Mariela Todorova, Albena Dobreva, Presiyan Penchev, Irina Radulescu, Harald Kviecien.

Cooperation

The conference is supported by:

  • AAL Europe
  • BAEHF – Bulgarian Association of Ergonomics and Human Factors
  • MET – Hungarian Ergonomics Society
  • IEA Technical Committee for Safety and Health
  • ÖAE – Austrian Ergonomics Society
FEES council Naples 2025

FEES Council Meeting – Naples, 7 October 2025

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The FEES Council gathered in Naples on 7 October 2025 for a productive and forward-looking meeting, bringing together representatives from across Europe to discuss current projects, future initiatives, and the evolving role of ergonomics in the age of Industry 5.0.

A special thanks goes to Francesco Draicchio for the excellent organization of the meeting and the warm hospitality in Naples. His efforts ensured that the council could work effectively and exchange ideas in an inspiring environment.

European Conference and Project Updates

The meeting opened with confirmation of attendance and adoption of the draft agenda. Updates were shared on upcoming European conferences and projects, including a new initiative supported by Tihomir. The group reviewed the minutes of the previous meeting and discussed preparations for future events.

Ergonomics in Standardization Processes

A central theme was the role of ergonomics in European standardization. Participants underlined the importance of involving more ergonomists in revising machinery standards, building on the achievements of the new Machinery Regulation. A community of practice will be established to coordinate efforts and ensure ergonomics remains visible in technical standards, bridging regulation and workplace application.

FEES – EU-OSHA Collaboration

The council reaffirmed FEES’ role as an official partner in EU-OSHA campaigns, including past work on Digitalization at Work and the upcoming campaign on psychosocial risks. Members agreed on the importance of engaging national focal points and strengthening cooperation with European safety organizations.

Website and Financial Updates

Website updates were discussed, with societies encouraged to send in information for publication. Options for closer integration with national society websites were explored. The financial report showed a healthy situation, with recovery since the COVID period, new budget forecasting methods, and a reserve fund in place.

Education, Training, and Professional Development

The council addressed challenges in ergonomics education and certification, particularly in Italy where programs remain fragmented. Comparisons with other countries highlighted the need for structured training pathways and stronger professional recognition. The importance of promoting ergonomics in universities, industry, and public life was stressed.

International Cooperation and Initiatives

Updates were presented from several national societies, including Portugal, Finland, Ireland, Italy, and Hungary. Activities ranged from postgraduate ergonomics courses and certification protocols to webinars, congress planning, and initiatives for school ergonomics. The council also exchanged views on Industry 5.0, emerging European projects, and the development of presentation materials to showcase the value of ergonomists and human factors specialists.

Looking Ahead

The council also discussed the upcoming IEA conference, future collaborations, and the importance of maintaining unity within the European ergonomics community. Plans for the following day’s seminar were finalized, with a focus on French organizations as a case study for professional cooperation models.

The Naples meeting demonstrated once again the strength of the FEES network, the value of collaboration, and the shared commitment to advancing ergonomics and human factors across Europe.

National Ergonomics Societies – Autumn Activities in Turkey and Poland

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The autumn of 2025 will be particularly rich in events organised by national ergonomics societies, offering opportunities for researchers, professionals, and students to share knowledge and strengthen collaboration.

31st National Ergonomics Congress – Turkey

The Turkish Ergonomics Society, together with Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University, Cappadocia University, Uşak University, and Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, is pleased to invite participants to the 31st National Ergonomics Congress. The congress will take place on 9–11 October 2025 at the NEVÜ Cultural and Congress Center in the Cappadocia region. The congress provides a national platform to discuss the latest research, applications, and innovations in ergonomics across diverse fields.
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XXXII International Seminar of Ergonomics – Poland

For over 30 years, the International Seminar of Ergonomics has maintained a unique and intimate character, with fewer than 100 participants fostering direct exchange of experiences. The upcoming 32nd edition will take place in Poznań, hosted at the Faculty of Management Engineering of the Poznan University of Technology.

This year’s leading theme is “Ergonomics: Evolution of Challenges & Solutions”, with a broad spectrum of topics including:

  • Evolution of ergonomic methods
  • New challenges in ergonomics and Industry 4.0
  • Ergonomic design, product and process ergonomics
  • Ergonomics in occupational risk assessment and safety management
  • Medical sciences and cognitive ergonomics
  • Education, training, and new applications of ergonomics

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💡 These events illustrate how national ergonomics societies continue to play a crucial role in developing the discipline, addressing new challenges, and fostering international cooperation.

SELF Congress and Activities: 2024 and Beyond

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2025 SELF Congress: Save the Date

The next SELF Congress will take place from July 2 to July 4, 2025, at Paris Nanterre University.

Theme: Ergonomics, Community(ies), and Society: Between Legacies and Perspectives

In a rapidly transforming societal context—shaped by technological, social, economic, political, and environmental changes—ergonomics continues to evolve. The 2025 congress will explore how these transformations influence the principles, concepts, methods, and practices of ergonomics, while addressing the growing diversity within the field.

The congress will focus on two main axes:

  1. Interplay Between Activity Ergonomics and Society
    This axis will examine how ergonomics principles have evolved alongside societal changes, their reciprocal influence, and how they shape current practices. Discussions will also address emerging challenges and new perspectives for the discipline.
  2. Ergonomics Community(ies): Structure and Dynamics
    Topics will include the evolution of ergonomics education, the role of interdisciplinary collaboration, and how specialization impacts the profession’s structure and networks.

Additional contributions are welcome on the ten transversal themes of SELF congresses.

Submit Your Contribution
Proposals can be submitted online. Instructions and key dates are available on the Author Guidelines page.

Stay Informed
To receive updates, email self2025@cborg.fr.

Future Congresses
  • 2026: Avignon
  • 2027: Nantes

2024: Bridging the Gap

Although there is no global SELF Congress in 2024, several initiatives have been organized in collaboration with local associations and universities. These events, held in Northern France, Corsica, Switzerland, and Quebec, focus on topics such as:

  • Ergonomics and SMEs
  • New technologies
  • Ergonomics interventions

These initiatives aim to attract new members, raise awareness of SELF’s activities, and foster collaboration within the ergonomics community.

SELF Activities and Projects

  1. Information Outreach
    A new website, ergonomie-self.org, and a regular newsletter, SELFActu (selfactu@ergonomie-self.org), have been launched to keep members informed and engaged.
  2. Commissions
    SELF’s work is driven by several commissions open to members:
    • History Commission: Collecting and publishing interviews with senior ergonomists (approximately 100 interviews published so far).
    • Young Practitioners Commission: Facilitating exchanges on good practices among young professionals.
    • Occupational Risks Commission: Organizing workshops, conferences, and reflections on workplace risks.
    • Research Commission (New): Enhancing and coordinating ergonomics research.
  3. Collaboration with Journals
    SELF supports two journals:
    • Activités (in French)
    • Laboreal (in Portuguese)
  4. Public Advocacy
    SELF actively promotes the ergonomics profession and participates in public debates. Recent efforts include advocating for the future of OSH research at the INRS (National Research and Safety Institute for the Prevention of Occupational Accidents and Diseases).

Mark your calendars for the 2025 SELF Congress and stay connected with SELF’s ongoing activities and initiatives!

International Conference on Safety and Innovation

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We are pleased to announce the International Conference on Safety and Innovation, organized by INAIL in collaboration with the ISSA Section Machine and System Safety. The event will be held from March 11th – 13th, 2025, at INAIL, Piazzale Giulio Pastore 6, Roma.

The conference will focus on the following key topics:

  • Innovative Technologies for Safety: Exploring cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance safety in the workplace. We invite papers discussing new solutions that improve safety during work activities or reduce risks through design innovations.
  • Safety of Innovative Products: Examining the safety aspects of new technologies integrated into products such as machinery, plants, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Submissions should address how these innovations comply with safety regulations and identify gaps in standardization.
  • Innovative Systems for Specialist Training: Evaluating new training systems, including virtual, augmented, and mixed reality tools. We seek papers that analyze these technologies’ effectiveness compared to traditional training methods and discuss various national protocols and guidelines.
  • Workspace Safety: Addressing the design of workspaces to ensure safe working conditions. We welcome papers that present innovative design solutions and examine how workspace design influences worker behaviour and skills.
  • Safety of Living Environments and Human Settlements: Investigating methods for detecting and mitigating pollution and predictive control of structures and facilities to prevent widespread risks. Papers should focus on innovative techniques for monitoring and controlling human settlements and living environments.
  • Systems for Inclusive Safety: Focusing on creating inclusive safety systems that accommodate diverse needs, including gender differences, an ageing population, and disabilities. We encourage papers that explore technical solutions and design strategies for tools, equipment, and training that promote safety and inclusion in the workplace.

The first deadline for abstract submissions is August 30th, 2024. For further information on the topics and the Call for Papers, please visit INAIL’s event page.

Summer School in DHM and Simulation 2024

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The University of Antwerp’s Centre for Health and Technology (CHaT) is excited to announce the Summer School in Digital Human Modeling and Simulation 2024. This event offers an international platform for researchers and professors to share and teach the latest innovations, discuss the state-of-the-art in the field, and exchange ideas and visions in all areas of digital human modelling research and applications.

Event Details

  • Dates: Monday, 23rd September to Wednesday, 25th September 2024
  • Location: University of Antwerp, Campus Drie Eiken, Building R
  • Format: Hybrid (both online and onsite participation available)

Registration Fees

  • Academics (Online and Onsite): €300
  • Non-Academics (Online and Onsite): €600
  • Discount: Members of the Belgian Ergonomics Society or other Ergonomics Societies receive a €50 discount.

Program Schedule

23rd September

  • 10-11 AM: Introduction to DHM, Prof. Sofia Scataglini
  • 11-12 AM: Comfort and Discomfort, Prof. Xuguang Wang
  • Lunch Break
  • 1-2 PM: Extended Reality in Medicine, Prof. Marco Mandolini
  • 2-3 PM: Modelling the Hand, Prof. Esteban Peña Pitarch
  • 3-4 PM: The Role of Diagnostic Imaging (in silico medicine), Prof. Francesco Feletti
  • 4-5 PM: Design and Analysis of Mechanical Devices with Musculoskeletal Models, Prof. Michael Skipper Andersen
  • 5-6 PM: Biomechanical Perception Models Predicting Motion Comfort and Sickness in Automated Driving, Prof. Riender Happee

24th September

  • 10-11 AM: Neuroergonomics, AI and Passive Brain-Computer Interface (pBCI) for Enhanced Human Performance, Prof. Umer Asher
  • 11-12 AM: Computer-aided Technologies (CAD/CAM/CAE) for Prosthetics, Prof. Gregor Harih
  • Lunch Break
  • 1-2 PM: DHM in the Product Realization Process, Prof. Dan Hogberg
  • 2-3 PM: Human-Centred Robotics, Prof. Giacomo Palmieri
  • 3-4 PM: Inclusive Design in DHM, Prof. Silvia Imbesi
  • 4-5 PM: Human-Autonomous Systems, Prof. Simone Borsci
  • 5-6 PM: DHM and EEG, ECG, Posturography Affection, In-Cockpit Motion Modeling, Pilot Studies, Prof. Vladimir Socha

25th September

  • 10-11 AM: Modeling and Simulation of Movement for Stroke, Prof. Redha Taiar
  • 11-12 AM: DHM and Anthropometry, Prof. Erik Brolin
  • Lunch Break
  • 1-2 PM: DHM for Human-Centric Engineering and Medicine, Prof. James Yang
  • 2-3 PM: DHM and Infrared Thermography, Prof. Ameersing Luximon
  • 3-4 PM: Digital Work Planning: Integrating Ergonomics, Productivity, and Age-Appropriate Production Design using ema Work Designer, Michael Spitzhirn
  • 4-5 PM: DHM and IMMA, Prof. Lars Hanson

Registration

Please visit our registration page to register for the Summer School in Digital Human Modeling and Simulation 2024.

For further information, contact:

  • Prof. Sofia Scataglini (Chair of TC DHM at IEA, International Coordinator of 4D4ALL)
  • Prof. Steven Truijen (Chair of 4D4ALL)

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field and connect with peers worldwide. We look forward to seeing you there!

FEES Council meeting 2024

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The next council will be held in Gijon, Spain, in the “city of culture”, on the 18th of September, 2024.

For more information, visit http://www.laboralciudaddelacultura.com/es/3/congresos/6/convenciones.html.

The Asociación Española de Ergonomía (AEE) welcomes us and will hold its annual congress the same week, September 19 and 20, at the same location. The congress program is under construction. A simultaneous translation in English will be organized. A round table will be organized: “Practice of ergonomics in European countries, what is at stake?”

How to get to Gijon

The FEES Council Agenda

The FEES Council will be organized in two parts:

  • Morning Session: The board will present the actions during the past year, the account, and the projects.
  • Afternoon Session: Open discussions between members.

Each member should prepare one slide showing:

  • The main actions carried out in the past year are important for the national association concerned.
  • The main actions are planned for the year to come.

The objective is to share the issues everyone has in their country, the actions that may address them, and identify how a FEES contribution may help.

These points will be shared during the AEE congress through the round table, with discussions with the attendants.

Invitation to the 11th International Logistics Summer School

Gyula Szabó

We are pleased to announce the 11th International Logistics Summer School, titled “Sustainable Logistics: Theoretical Heroes Tackle a Real Green Challenge,” which will be held from 2 to 10 September 2024 at the Faculty of Logistics, University of Maribor in Celje, Slovenia.

This Summer School is part of the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programs (BIP), offering students a unique and enriching educational experience and financial support for physical mobility. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your understanding of sustainable logistics while engaging with experts and peers worldwide.

For more details about the Summer School, please refer to the attached brochure or visit our website: https://summerschool.fl.um.si/.

Invitation for Lecturers

We invite all planned lecturers to join us in Celje as co-performers at the Summer School. Mobility can be arranged through Erasmus+ teaching mobility, provided your Higher Education Institution (HEI) is a partner of the University of Maribor.

We look forward to welcoming you to Celje for an inspiring and educational experience.

Invitation to ErgoWork 2024 International Biennial Conference

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The Romanian Society on Ergonomics and Workplace Management (ErgoWork) and our esteemed partners are delighted to invite you to participate in ErgoWork 2024, the 3rd International Conference of the Romanian Society on Ergonomics and Workplace Management. The conference will take place in Bucharest, Romania, from October 31 to November 1, 2024.

Conference Details:

Location:
National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest
Faculty of Industrial Engineering and Robotics
Splaiul Independentei 313, Sector 6, 060042 Bucharest, Corp CD 003

For more information, visit the conference website: ErgoWork 2024.

Paper Submission Guidelines

When submitting your paper, please carefully review the following details:

Accepted Research Topics:
Research topics are limited to those listed on our website. For more information, visit the Call for Papers page.

Paper Format Options:
The format of your paper depends on your chosen publication option. For detailed guidelines, visit our Publishing page.

High Impact Studies:
Extended studies with significant impact are recommended for publication in the special issue of the ACTA TECHNICA NAPOCENSIS SERIES-APPLIED MATHEMATICS, MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING journal (ISSN 1221-5872, emergent ISI Thomson/Clarivate Analytics journal). More details can be found on our Publishing page.

Important Deadlines:
Please adhere to the deadlines listed on our Important Dates page.

We encourage you to disseminate this invitation to your colleagues and collaborators. Young researchers and PhD students are especially welcome to publish and participate in this prestigious scientific event.

Special Sessions and Workshops

EUDRES Project:
A special session/workshop dedicated to the EUDRES project will be organized. More information can be found here.

EDU4PlastiCircular Project:
A special session/workshop dedicated to the EDU4PlastiCircular project will also be held. More details are available here.

We look forward to welcoming you to Bucharest and sharing exceptional ergonomic experiences!

ERGONOMICS 2024

Gyula Szabó

We invite you to the 10th International Ergonomics Conference – ERGONOMICS 2024, held from December 5th to 6th, 2024, at the Hotel International in Zagreb, Croatia.

Since 2001, the Croatian Ergonomics Society has organized the “Ergonomics” conference series, and this year marks the Society’s 50th anniversary. This conference is a key event for ergonomics professionals worldwide, bringing together enthusiasts, experts, and scientists to share the latest ideas and research in all fields of ergonomics.

Co-organizers of ERGONOMICS 2024 include:

  • University of Zagreb Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences
  • University of Zagreb Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture
  • University of Zagreb Faculty of Graphic Arts
  • University of Zagreb Faculty of Textile Technology

The conference is endorsed by:

  1. International Ergonomics Association (IEA)
  2. Federation of the European Ergonomics Societies (FEES)
  3. Acoustical Society of Croatia (ASC)

Supporting organizations:

  1. Polish Ergonomics Society
  2. Ergonomics & Workplace Management Society
  3. Chinese Association of Ergonomics Societies
  4. Ergonomics Society of Taiwan
  5. Hong Kong Ergonomics Society
  6. Chinese Ergonomics Society

All accepted and reviewed papers will be published in the conference proceedings by Springer and indexed in Scopus under the title “Proceedings of the 10th International Ergonomics Conference – ERGONOMICS 2024”.

Outstanding papers will be selected for publication in the following journals:

  1. Interdisciplinary Description of Complex Systems
  2. Technical Journal
  3. Traffic & Transportation
  4. Sigurnost/Safety

For more details, please visit the conference website.