The Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver [APASL]

Hepatology International Online Free Subscription is available for all APASL members through the login page!

Invitation for application of APASL Awards !!

Invitation for application of APASL Awards !!

Dear, APASL members   It is a great pleasure to announce you that APASL will call for application of the APASL Named Award and Rising Star Award which will be included in the scientific program of the next APASL Annual Meeting. Following is the information regarding the application for the Awards. We are looking forward your application.   Named Awards 1) APASL Okuda-Omata Distinguished Award 2) APASL Powell-Sarin Achievement Award 3) APASL Lesmana-Sollano Great Mentor Award   APASL will offer USD 5,000 for each. <Selection Criteria for Named Awards> Presenters will be selected based upon the following criteria High original scientific research and achievements in a given area of liver … [Read more]

Please check out the details about AWARD !! APASL Oncology 2026 Tokyo !!

Please check out the details about AWARD !! APASL Oncology 2026 Tokyo !!

Those abstracts submitted by December 25, 2025 are subject to Young Investigator Award !! We are waiting for a lot of applications !! 🏆 Awards To encourage and recognize excellence, the following awards will be presented during the congress: Presidential Awards – For the most outstanding abstracts across all categories. Young Investigator Awards (20 awards) – For researchers under 40 years old, who will attend and present their work in person. These will be selected from abstracts submitted by December 25, 2025, to encourage early and high-quality submissions. Best Video Award – For the most creative and technically outstanding video submission. All awardees will be honored during the Closing Ceremony … [Read more]

Get ready for next year’s STC !!

Get ready for next year’s STC !!

Please check out the information about APASL STC 2026 Almaty !! With the theme of Liver Diseases and Pregnancy, APASL STC 2026 Almaty will be held on October 8-9, 2026 !! We are waiting for your participation !! https://qasl.kz/

On-demand Streaming is available !! APSAL STC 2025 Tokyo

On-demand Streaming is available !! APSAL STC 2025 Tokyo

On-demand Streaming is available! (Digest version of highlight programs) APASL STC 2025 Tokyo offer on-demand streaming from December 2025 for two months. You can watch the highly informative “State-of-the-Art Lectures”, highlight talks by renowned researchers, Symposiums, Workshops, and Plenary Session. General price to watch: US$50 Please go to the Online Registration https://app.payvent.net/embedded_forms/show/690addf20da6f926908909fd *If you have already registered for APASL STC 2025 Tokyo, there is no additional charge. The information for On-demand Streaming will be sent by email. *APASL members can view the event for free. We will direct you to the member page. The information for On-demand Streaming will be sent by email. Enjoy the Video Streaming of APASL STC … [Read more]

APASL STC 2025 Qingdao was held with a BIG SUCCESS !!

APASL STC 2025 Qingdao was held with a BIG SUCCESS !!

Thanks to your great cooperation and contribution, APASL STC 2025 Qingdao was held successfully!! Please check out the photos and short video from the following and take a glimpse of the conference !!

Professor Masao Omata was awarded APDWF Meritorious Award at APDW 2025 Singapore !!

Professor Masao Omata was awarded APDWF Meritorious Award at APDW 2025 Singapore !!

Congratulations !! Professor Masao Omata was awarded APDWF Meritorious Award at APDW 2025 Singapore !! We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Professor Omata for his great achievements and contributions for the development of Hepatology over the decades, and sincerely wish him ever-increasing success and prosperity! Professor George Lau respectfully read citation as below. https://www.apasl.info/wp-apasl/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Masao-Omata_citation_20_11_2025-1.pdf

The B-Together study explores the potential of bepirovirsen in modulating immune responses to enhance the clearance of HBV-infected hepatocytes.

The B-Together study explores the potential of bepirovirsen in modulating immune responses to enhance the clearance of HBV-infected hepatocytes.

The B-Together study explores the potential of bepirovirsen in modulating immune responses to enhance the clearance of HBV-infected hepatocytes. This research highlights a promising step toward achieving a functional cure for chronic hepatitis B through targeted immunomodulation. Read the full article: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12072-025-10917-0 #HepatitisB#HBVResearch#Immunotherapy#Hepatology#LiverDisease#Bepirovirsen#HepatologyInternational#ViralHepatitis#ClinicalResearch#HealthcareProfessionals

This cross-sectional analysis emphasizes the importance of integrated care approaches in managing patients with MASLD and related comorbidities.

This cross-sectional analysis emphasizes the importance of integrated care approaches in managing patients with MASLD and related comorbidities.

Emerging data from the Paracelsus 10,000 Study reveal a significant association between depression and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), underscoring the complex interplay between mental health and metabolic liver disease. This cross-sectional analysis emphasizes the importance of integrated care approaches in managing patients with MASLD and related comorbidities. Read the full article: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12072-025-10922-3 #MASLD#LiverHealth#Depression#MentalHealth#Hepatology#MetabolicDisease#HepatologyInternational#LiverResearch#PublicHealth#HealthcareProfessionals

Do the therapeutic vaccines hold hope for the treatment of hepatitis B ?

Do the therapeutic vaccines hold hope for the treatment of hepatitis B ?

Emerging data from the Paracelsus 10,000 Study reveal a significant association between depression and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), underscoring the complex interplay between mental health and metabolic liver disease. This cross-sectional analysis emphasizes the importance of integrated care approaches in managing patients with MASLD and related comorbidities. Read the full article: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12072-025-10922-3 #MASLD#LiverHealth#Depression#MentalHealth#Hepatology#MetabolicDisease#HepatologyInternational#LiverResearch#PublicHealth#HealthcareProfessionals

Please check out the latest article on Hep I !!

Please check out the latest article on Hep I !!

Understanding the stage-specific impact of portal hypertension is crucial in optimizing surgical outcomes for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). This study provides valuable insights into how portal hypertension influences prognosis and postoperative outcomes following liver resection, emphasizing the importance of individualized treatment strategies. Read the full article here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12072-025-10879-3 #Hepatology#LiverSurgery#HCC#PortalHypertension#LiverResection#HepatologyInternational#LiverCancer#ClinicalResearch#Oncology#Hepatobiliary

APASL STC 2025 Yangon will be held on December 13-14 !!

APASL STC 2025 Yangon will be held on December 13-14 !!

Please check out the Scientific Program of APASL STC 2025 Yangon scheduled on December 13-14 !! We are so thrilled to welcome you in the beautiful city of Yangon !! Scientific Program – APASL – SINGLE TOPIC CONFERENCE 2025, YANGON

Please check the latest articles !! Hepatology International

Please check the latest articles !! Hepatology International

Discover new insights into the immune landscape of chronic hepatitis B through this study on B-cell subset heterogeneity in the liver. The findings enhance understanding of immune regulation and its implications for disease progression and therapeutic strategies in HBV infection. Read the full article: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12072-025-10930-3 #HepatitisB#LiverImmunology#HepatologyResearch#ChronicHBV#BCells#HepatologyInternational#LiverScience#MedicalResearch#HealthcareProfessionals

Abstract Submission Available !! :APASL Oncology 2026 Tokyo !!

Abstract Submission Available !! :APASL Oncology 2026 Tokyo !!

APASL Oncology 2026 Tokyo will be held in Tokyo on April 2-3, 2026 !! Abstract Submission is available until December31, 2025 form the following URL !! https://www.apasl-oncology2026tokyo.org/abs.html We are waiting for your submission !!

APASL Webinar scheduled on September 26 !!

APASL Webinar scheduled on September 26 !!

APASL Hepatology Webinar 9-3 Highlight of “Hepatology International ” will be held on September 26 !! With the theme of ACLF& Others, we are glad to hold a fulfilling webinar with eminent panelists, moderators and speakers !!