Dear Participants,

It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the 9th meeting of the ESCMID Study Group for Legionella Infections (ESGLI), which will be held in the beautiful city of Palermo. We are excited to host you in this historic city, a crossroads of cultures, traditions and knowledge, which offers the perfect setting for our scientific meeting.

This congress represents an important opportunity to deepen our understanding of Legionella, a public health problem that requires attention and collaboration between researchers, healthcare professionals and policy makers. During this event, we will have the opportunity to share the latest scientific findings, technological innovations and best practices for the control and management of Legionnaires’ disease, considering both global challenges and effective solutions.

Our scientific community has always stood out for its ability to work together to improve public health and environmental safety, and this congress is another step in this direction. We are confident that the discussions and exchanges of ideas during this event will lead to new perspectives and fruitful collaborations.

We warmly invite you to seize this opportunity not only for professional development, but also to explore the charm of Palermo, renowned for its exceptional cuisine and rich cultural heritage, in the vibrant heart of the Mediterranean.

The Local Organizing Committee is excited to offer you high-quality hospitality, including a variety of accommodations and the opportunity to choose among a number of guided trips in Palermo and surroundings, available for you and your accompanying persons.

On behalf of the Conference organizers, we are delighted to welcome you to the 9th ESGLI meeting, and we look forward to an inspiring and productive event for all.

Maria Luisa Ricci, Maria Scaturro, Anna Giammanco and Teresa Fasciana

Chairs of the 9th ESGLI 2025