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THE ASSOCIATION

AISF ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY OF THE LIVER

AISF is a non-profit scientific association established in 1970 and recognised in May 1998 by an Italian Government ministerial decree.  It is the only national association for the study of the liver.

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AISF REGULATIONS

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With over 1800 members who are hepatologists from different areas of expertise (gastroenterology, internal medicine, transplantation, infectious diseases, immunology, surgery), AISF promotes the advance of scientific research and of the clinical practice of hepatology through training initiatives and the exchange of scientific knowledge.

AISF undertakes to strengthen the links between Italian researchers and the European hepatology groups, and it is the reference point for similar associations and institutions, at both national and international level.

In order to best promote its activities, AISF finances the research activities of young hepatologists by means of scholarships and grants.

AISF: GOALS

DEVLOPMENT

Development of exchanges and scientific information on hepatological research in Italy and abroad.

PROMOTION

The promotion of research on the liver and of hepatological studies in order to improve hepatological care at a national level.

PLANNING

The planning and collection of funds to finance its own research activities.

REFRESHERS

The organisation of professional training and refresher courses (E.C.M.) with annual refresher programs for its members.

WORKS

Drafting of guidelines, including in collaboration with other scientific companies, entities and organisations.

DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION

Dissemination of the results of its own activities, by publishing books, journals and monographs available in the Association web site for consultation.

CO-ORDINATING COMMITTEE

The AISF Co-ordinating Committee governs the activities of the Association and bears responsibility for the production and supervision of the scientific contents of the A.I.S.F. ECM Provider.  It comprises 6 members, elected by the General Meeting, who stay in office for 3 years.  The members of the Co-ordinating Committee elect a Secretary from amongst themselves, with a term of office of 2 years.