On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in Nice, IHU RespirERA will host the 3rd edition of the Exposome Congress, a scientific event dedicated to exploring the interactions between the environment, addictive behaviors, and respiratory health.
The event will take place at the Hôtel Le Saint Paul, under the presidency of Professor Paul Hofman, Director of IHU RespirERA and an internationally recognized expert in respiratory health.
A better understanding of the exposome to improve prevention of respiratory diseases
The concept of the exposome encompasses all environmental exposures an individual experiences throughout life, including air quality, lifestyle habits, inhaled substances, and socio-environmental factors.
This 3rd edition of the Exposome Congress builds on this comprehensive approach, with a particular focus on the impact of addictions on respiratory health.
Discussions will notably address the effects of tobacco, electronic cigarettes, cannabis, and other inhaled substances (cocaine, heroin, crack, inhalant gases), in relation to the development and worsening of respiratory diseases.
Addictions and respiratory health: complex mechanisms at the heart of discussions
The scientific work presented will focus on genetic and epigenetic mechanisms likely to influence individual vulnerability to addictive substances.
The aim is to better understand why some individuals develop severe respiratory conditions, while others appear less affected despite similar exposures.
This integrative approach seeks to better link addictive behaviors to respiratory diseases, in order to improve prevention, diagnostic, and patient management strategies, within a framework of environmental health.
Educational objectives of the Exposome Congress 2026
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Explore the interactions between environmental factors and human health, with a focus on addictions and respiratory health
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Understand the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms involved in respiratory diseases related to addictive behaviors
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Better integrate addictions into the understanding of respiratory diseases
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Strengthen comprehensive approaches for the prevention and management of addictions in environmental health
An event dedicated to healthcare professionals
The Exposome Congress 2026 is intended for all healthcare professionals whose work is directly related to the prevention and management of respiratory diseases.
A prerequisite applies: participants must be healthcare professionals.
Practical information and registration
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Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Venue: Hôtel Le Saint Paul, Nice
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Presidency: Professor Paul Hofman, Director of IHU RespirERA
