Brahim Tighilet is a lecturer and researcher at Aix Marseille University, working at the Centre de Recherche en Psychologie et Neuroscience (CRPN UMR 7077 - AMU & CNRS). He is head of the ‘VESTIMED’ physiology and therapy of vestibular disorders team. His research focuses on the pathophysiology of vestibular disorders. The main aim of his work is to improve our understanding of the endogenous neuroplasticity mechanisms responsible both for the expression of vestibular pathology and for those involved in the recovery of balance function after vestibular damage. His most original recent discovery concerns the first evidence of post-injury vestibular neurogenesis (birth of new neurons in the vestibular nuclei) in an experimental model of vestibular pathology and its beneficial role in restoring static and dynamic balance functions. Over the last few years, he has developed an ongoing partnership with the pharmaceutical industry in the field of the neuropharmacology of vertigo. In particular, his work has enabled him to demonstrate for the first time the mechanisms and sites of action of betahistine (Tighilet et al., 2002) and the active principle of Tanganil (Tighilet et al., 2015). All his work has made him a recognised expert in the field of vestibular compensation and the pharmacology of vertigo. He has given many seminars and invited lectures, as well as numerous papers at international and national congresses. He has published over 70 articles in various scientific journals and book chapters. He co-founded a start-up company to promote his academic work. This led to the filing of patents with the CNRS for pharmacological compounds to combat vertigo.

Outpatient Specialist, Head of the Audiology and Vestibology Outpatient Clinic of the UOC ORL Hospital del Mare, ASL-NA 1, Naples and Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Naples 'Federico II'.

Dr. Marina Pinatti holds a degree in Audioprosthetic Techniques from the University of Padua.
Today, she is responsible at Pontoni - Udito & Tecnologia for paediatric applications. She also provides support to people with cochlear implants.

Marina Pinatti is a leading figure in Pontoni's hearing care industry, recognised for her experience and dedication. With a long career behind her, Marina is not only one of the company's most qualified hearing aid specialists, but also serves as a technical trainer, contributing to the professional development of colleagues and the dissemination of best practices in the field.  
Her expertise stands out particularly in paediatric prosthetics, an area that requires precision, empathy and continuous training. Marina's passion and attention to detail make her a reference for the company and for patients, with a significant impact especially on the youngest.

Vanessa Zampese is a hearing aid specialist at Pontoni Centres, where she works with consolidated experience. In charge of the centres in the Veneto region, Vanessa is responsible for the coordination and support of the hearing aid specialists and trainees, ensuring high quality care for every patient.  
In her role, Vanessa not only ensures excellence in patient care, but is also dedicated to the professional development of the team. Through continuous monitoring and expert guidance, Vanessa actively contributes to the training of new generations of hearing care professionals, supporting the growth of young professionals in the field. 

Dr. Jay Jindal, a renowned audiologist with nearly two decades of experience, is the founder and CEO of Audiology Planet, a leading UK-based audiology organisation. Audiology Planet offers a comprehensive range of audiology services, catering to people of all ages. In addition to clinical care, Audiology Planet provides business-to-business services, including clinical earcare product distribution, education, and training. Driven by a passion for advancing the field of audiology, Dr. Jindal actively contributes to educational initiatives and professional development programs. His commitment to patient care and his passion for improving hearing health make him a leading figure in the industry.

Dr. Borghi graduated in Hearing Aid Techniques in 2004 from the University of Parma. 
Since 2005 he has worked for Amplifon in Reggio Emilia, where he manages two centres. 
From 2008 to 2010 he obtained a Master's degree in Hearing Aid Rehabilitation of Children's Deafness jointly organised by the University of Padua and the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. 
Since 2013 he has been a lecturer in the second and third year of the Degree Course in Hearing Assistive Technology at the University of Parma and since 2022 he has been a lecturer in the second year of the Degree Course in Audiometric Techniques at the University of Padua, Venice branch. 
He was a member of the panel of experts that published the new cochlear implant guidelines in 2024 and of the group of hearing aid specialists that drafted the hearing aid guidelines in 2022. 
He has been the scientific responsible for various courses including, since 2023, the creator together with Professor Scimemi of the ‘Scimemi-Borghi Practical Workshop in Hearing Prosthetic Techniques’ and the ‘paediatric hearing aid board’ published in 2023.

Professor Soumit Dasgupta is an award winning consultant neurotologist/audiovestibular physician and clinical lead in paediatric audiology at Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust and the Hypatia Dizziness and Balance Centre in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
He is a honorary senior lecturer in the University of Liverpool UK, a honorary lecturer, Audiology and Deafness, in the University of Manchester UK and a honorary visiting professor, Otology and Skull Base Surgery, in the University of Siena, Italy.
He is a globally acknowledged expert in paediatric vestibular disorders leading one of the few tertiary paediatric vestibular centres in the world and a paediatric vestibular research laboratory.
He is well published in peer reviewed index journals and has written several text book chapters.
He is leading the UK in looking into genetic hearing loss and ototoxicity in the paediatric population with dedicated monitoring protocols and represents the UK in the International Ototoxicity Monitoring Group (IOMG), a global consortium of experts researching in ototoxicity.
He is the international secretary of the International Vestibular Society, the Chairman of Education in the British Association of Audiovestibular Physicians and an executive committee member of the British Society of Neurotology and Otology.
He is an expert reviewer for 9 index journals on Neurotology and Genetics, in the editorial board of four index journals and is an expert adviser to the General Medical Council, United Kingdom.

Vestibular physiotherapist, Classroom and e-learning trainer, Member of the SFKV and the GDR vertiges.

Dr. Nicolás Pérez Fernández is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology at Clínica Universidad de Navarra, Spain. With decades of experience, he is an expert in balance disorders, particularly vestibular pathologies, and their diagnostic approaches. Dr. Pérez Fernández has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on vestibular diagnostics and rehabilitation techniques. He is a renowned educator and speaker, frequently contributing to international conferences and academic seminars. Known for his innovative research, he has developed and applied advanced methodologies in clinical practice, particularly in vestibular assessment using vHIT and other cutting-edge tools. Dr. Pérez Fernández combines clinical expertise with a passion for advancing diagnostic precision in otorhinolaryngology.

Dr. Maione graduated in Medicine and Surgery in 1985 (University of Naples) and specialised in Otolaryngology in 1988 (University of Naples). 
From 1989 to 2023, he was medical director at the SOC of Otolaryngology of the ‘S. Maria degli Angeli’ hospital in Pordenone, with responsibility for Vestibology activities. 
He is currently a freelancer. 
He is the author of numerous scientific publications in national and international journals and presentations at congresses in the field of audio-vestibology.