Dear members of the World Muscle Society, friends and colleagues,

We are pleased and proud to have hosted the 30th annual international Congress of the World Muscle Society at the Austria Centre in Vienna, Austria, from 7th to 11th October 2025. 

Following recent successes in Halifax, Charleston and Prague, we have seen the WMS Congress go from strength to strength and we built on that success with WMS 2025. 

Not only is Vienna a beautiful and historical city in the heart of Europe, it is also a centre for scientific discovery. New Scientist magazine describes Vienna as “a city that, at the turn of the last century, was Europe’s most important cultural and academic melting pot.” We brought together our global audience with the aim of recreating that melting pot and using our shared experiences and expertise to advance the science and understanding of neuromuscular disorders.

As we celebrated an important WMS anniversary in Vienna, delegates were treated to some sensational surprises alongside all the features they have come to expect from a WMS Congress. A cutting-edge scientific programme; posters and short oral presentations from all over the world; access to leading experts in the field; and almost unlimited opportunities to network were enhanced by a demonstration from the Austrian National Powerchair Football team, a cake cutting ceremony and the screening of our commemorative 30th anniversary film. 

We are deeply proud of our attempts to make WMS 2025 our most inclusive, accessible and sustainable Congress yet. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Vienna.

Sincerely 

Günther Bernert and Verena Bittner
WMS 2025 Congress Local Organising Committee

ABOUT THE WMS

The World Muscle Society is a dynamic community that aims to promote, disseminate, and share all aspects of neuromuscular physiology and diseases, from basic science to patient care. It encompasses a broad range of scientists and healthcare professionals who share the common interest for neuromuscular disorders.

WMS wishes to be inclusive and actively promotes diversity. Students and colleagues from low- and medium-income countries are not only welcomed at a very affordable fee, but they are also actively encouraged to make the most of the personal and career development opportunities that the WMS promotes.

WMS is conscious of its environmental responsibility and actively promotes ecological-friendly policies.

For more information about our Society please visit our website.