The U-BIOPRED project to improve understanding of severe asthma, in which EFA participates as a partner, launched an art contest to bridge the gap between doctors’ understanding of asthma and patients experience of it. The contest is open for all people with asthma, and is a great opportunity for them to engage with the project and express their experiences. Any form of art is welcomed, just as long as the entry can be submitted online. The winner will be invited to the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam (24-25 September 2011) to receive their award and see their winning entry presented at the opening ceremony. The deadline for entries is 1 June 2011, andEFA invites all members and interested organisations to publish details of the contest on their websites and encourage participation amongst European asthma patients. Leaflet in 10 languages Entry form in 10 languages