Rome is the capital city of Italy and is the fourth most populous city in the European Union. It is the center of the Metropolitan City of Italy, which has a population of 4.3 million residents.

Rome is a nationwide and major international center for higher education, containing numerous academies, colleges and universities. In Rome multiple national research centers for the treatment of COPD exist. It appears important to understand similarities and differences among them and how they might influence patient management in order to improve future development at both global and national levels.

Due to the advancements in the field of COPD research in Rome, it is being the suitable destination for the conference.

With great pleasure we welcome you all to the glorious city of Rome, Italy.