Yeasts and moulds have emerged during the past two decades as important causes of morbidity and mortality in some group of patients. At present Candida and Aspergillus spp. are the most common causes of invasive fungal infections (IFI) but Mucorales and other rare and emerging species are increasingly reported.

The specific objectives of the workshop are:

• Review the present epidemiological situation of IFI
• Evaluate conventional methods and new techniques for diagnosis of IFI
• Learn appropriate methods for susceptibility testing including commercial techniques
• Teach criteria for prophylaxis and treatment of IFI
• Inform about rare and emerging fungal species
• Define priorities and exchange experiences on how to coordinate microbiological data and clinical practice