WELCOME WCP 2026 Satellite Meeting!
​Welcome to this official satellite meeting of the 20th World Congress of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology 2026 (see www.wcp2026.org). This focused meeting will be of great interest to all RAAS researchers.
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The renin angiotensin aldosterone system (RAAS) regulates cardiovascular disease (CVD) via the angiotensin II-angiotensin II type 1 receptor (AT1R) axis. In addition to standard treatments (ACEi, ARB, MRA), newer drug classes targeting the angiotensin II-AT1R axis are in clinical trial (aldosterone synthesis inhibitors and angiotensinogen RNA interference).
Additionally, it is recognised that other angiotensin peptides exert alternative, non-AT1R effects by binding to their cognate receptors, such as AT2R, Mas and MrgD, providing counter-regulatory mechanisms to limit AT1R overactivity. Moreover, the Ang IV binding site AT4R, now identified as the enzyme, insulin-regulated aminopeptidase (IRAP), is evolving as another potential target.
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This 2-day meeting will be held in the beautiful Yarra Valley, a winery district approximately 1 hour from central Melbourne. It will include international and local experts who will showcase recent preclinical and clinical aspects of classical AT1R function as well as non-AT1R biology and the clinical potential of targeting alternative arms of the RAAS. The meeting format will provide opportunities for EMCR/HDR presentations.
Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone System: Constantly Evolving
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Meeting Details
Balgownie Estate, Yarra Valley
1309 Melba Hwy
Yarra Glen Victoria 3775
About Us
The Executive Committee
Robert Widdop
Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute
Tracey Gaspari
Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute
U Muscha Steckelings
University of Southern Denmark, Odense
Jess Hudson
​Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute
AH Jan Danser
Eramas MC, Rotterdam
Local Steering Committee
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Mark Del Borgo (Monash), Louise Burrell (Univ Melbourne/ Austin Health), Chandana Herath (Monash), Karin Jandeleit-Dahm (Translational Medicine/ Alfred Centre), Katrina Mirabito Colafella (Monash), Alex Pinto (Baker Institute), Wally Thomas (Univ Queensland), Antony (Bill) Vinh (La Trobe Univ), Yan Wang (Monash), Morag Young (Baker Institute)
What's
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Conference Activities
Registration includes the following
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🚌Bus Transportation
Melbourne CBD to Balgownie Estate
Departing Thursday 9 July at 7:30am
(city location TBC)
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Balgownie Estate to Melbourne CBD
Departing Friday 10 July at 4:00pm
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📋Conference Program
Thursday 9 July | Full Day | 9:00am - 5:00pm
Includes: Morning/Afternoon tea, lunch
and all-day tea and coffee station
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Thursday 9 July | Poster Session | 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Enjoy Balgownie's wine, nibbles and networking
while enjoying the poster presentations
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Thursday 9 July | Conference Dinner | 7:30pm
Held in the beautiful Balgownie Dining room
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Friday 10 July | Half-Day Conference | 8:00am - 2:00pm
Includes: Morning/Afternoon tea, lunch
and all-day tea and coffee station
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Friday 10 July | Wine tasting
(what we're all actually here for!)
To conclude the conference, guests are invited to enjoy a wine tasting session after lunch.
An experience not be missed! ​
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Conference Program
The meeting format will provide opportunities for EMCR/student presentations and provide an interactive and informal setting for the exchange of information and fostering of new collaborations.
There will be a mix of invited speakers (local/international) and EMCR/student presentations (oral/poster) from submitted Abstracts. Prizes to be won!
Reduced rate for Students/ECRs
Student Registration
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Available for those currently studying
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Students are required to provide a written statement from your supervisor verifying your student status.
Early Career Researcher (ECR) registration
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Available to those <3 years out of their PhD (excluding career disruptions).
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ECRs are required to provide a brief letter signed by their Head of Department/School confirming that they fulfil the eligibility criteria.
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In order to maintain affordability for the conference, registration fees are set to Australian dollars to ensure we meet Monash University's requirements in Australia.
Visiting the beautiful Yarra Valley!
The Yarra Valley is one of Victor's favourite wine and food regions, known for its vineyards, scenic landscapes and relaxed atmosphere. You will certainly experience all of the at Balgownie from your conference chair!
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Balgownie Estate is centrally located, with easy access to nearby towns, restaurants and local attractions such as Healesville Sanctuary, Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, TarraWarra Museum of Art and of course, one of our favourites, Four Pillars Gin Distillery in Healesville! ​​
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Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee. However, attendees are kindly requested to book your accommodation directly with Balgownie Estate, where where we have secured a discounted conference rate.
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Balgownie also offers a range of on-site facilities for guests, including the Endota Spa, where you can enjoy a selection of wellness and relaxation treatments during your stay.
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HOW TO BOOK ACCOMMODATION
1. Dates
Under the “RAAS: Constantly Evolving | WCP2026 Satellite Meeting” option, select your accommodation date/s.
2. Categories
On the Categories page, select your preferred room category and click Show Rates.
3. Rates
On the Rates page, select the number of rooms and number of guests under Occupancy.
IMPORTANT – BREAKFAST IS INCLUDED
Do not select any breakfast options under “Enhance Your Stay,” as this will add an extra $39 charge. This breakfast add‑on is a standard feature of the Balgownie booking system and cannot be removed.
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Breakfast is already included in the room rate per person. The buffet breakfast is automatically added to each occupant during the booking process, so please do not select this option.
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4. Summary
Review all booking details and click Continue.
5. Details
On the Details page, you can request twin‑share rooms (two single beds per room) and add any other special requests.
After reviewing the steps above, please follow the link below to book your stay at Balgownie.
If you need any assistance when booking, please contact jess.hudson@monash.edu.
Alternative Accommodation in the Yarra Valley​For attendees who prefer to stay off-site, the Yarra Valley offers several high-quality accommodation options located within a short distance from Balgownie Estate.
​Open the interactive map below to view the recommend nearby accommodation options and local Yarra Valley attractions, including their distance from Balgownie Estate. This map provides an easy way to explore your stay.​​
Get in Touch
If you require assistance or have any questions, please reach out to Jess Hudson via jess.hudson@monash.edu for support
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