The development of handball does not take place only on court or through coaches and players — it also moves significantly forward with the work of scientific and other experts, who will come together at the 8th EHF Scientific Conference on 13–14 November. A core theme of the conference will be the “Circle of a Handball Life,” referring to the ongoing goal of engaging people in handball from a young age through to their later years. From an elite perspective, the conference will also focus on the reduction of physical and mental toll on players as well as the promotion of long-term wellbeing.