SwAPP

SCTO Forum: Regulatory Shake-Up: Key Changes Impacting Clinical Research - Insights into the New ICH GCP E6(R3) and Beyond.
2025-01-29 09:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Zurich) | Swiss National Science Foundation | Plenarsaal (Plenary Hall) | Wildhainweg 21 | Bern, Swiss National Science Foundation | Plenarsaal (Plenary Hall), Wildhainweg 21, Bern, BE, Switzerland
Description

The 2025 SCTO Forum will explore the latest revisions to the ICH-GCP E6(R3) guidelines, which aim to modernise and enhance clinical trial practices globally. These updates focus on improving flexibility, efficiency, and data integrity in response to evolving trial designs and technological advancements. The speakers will provide in-depth insights into the ICH GCP E6(R3) revision, covering its rationale, public consultation feedback, and main themes emphasised by stakeholders. Major implications for clinical research in Switzerland will be presented, followed by sessions focusing on risk-based approaches, quality by design, and innovative trial designs. The event will also address new data governance requirements in clinical trials.

More information here.

shqa Medical Affairs Certificate Program Module C – Scientific Excellence
2025-01-22 09:00 - 2025-01-23 13:00 (Europe/Zurich) | Trafo Baden Kultur und Kongresszentrum + Online
Description
This module is a 1.5-day course of which 1 day takes place on site and 0.5 days as a live webinar
Module content

Scientific knowledge and understanding
Data generation in Switzerland
Transfer of science into patient care

Skills and competencies addressed
After completion of this module, the participants will have the following …

Knowledge and understanding

Clinical development process & post-approval research -Swiss specific aspects of company-internal headquarter processes
Design and conduct of data generation projects in Switzerland

Legal basics in human research
Swissethics / Swissmedic
Stakeholder / patients / public involvement & GCP

Publication of generated data

And are able to apply in their job

Shaping the role of a local MA organization in the clinical development process & post-approval research
Localization of international data generation / local studies
Generating data in Switzerland that can be published
Transfer of science into patient care – "from science to patient care"

The following related topics/skills are also cross-referenced to other modules

Communication of complex data, module B Medical communication & presentation
Swiss regulatory environment, module A Swiss healthcare system
Stakeholder mapping to be continued, module A Swiss healthcare system

More information on the shqa webpage.
Place:

shqa Medical Affairs Certificate Program - Module F: Medical Omnichannel Engagement
2024-12-12 09:00 - 17:30 (Europe/Zurich) | Trafo Baden Kultur und Kongresszentrum, Brown Boveri P. 1, Baden, 5400, Switzerland
Description
This Module is a 1 day seminar – 12.12.2024 (09.00 – 17.30h)
Module content:

What is omnichannel and where does the industry stand, including examples?
Why is it also relevant and important for Medical?
What are critical success factors and what needs to be considered?
How to develop a persona
How to design an omnichannel measure

Mor information on the shqa webpage.
Place: Trafo Baden Kultur und Kongresszentrum; Brown Boveri P. 1 5400 Baden

SwAPP Afterworks - Networking Event
2024-12-05 18:00 - 20:30 (Europe/Zurich) | WERK 8 GmbH, Basel, Gundeldinger Feld – Dornacherstrasse 192, Basel, 4053, Switzerland
Description
We are pleased to announce our last SwAPP Afterworks of the year – Networking Event on December 5th in Basel.
We will meet you at WERK 8 starting 18:00 – 20:30 with engaging conversations, valuable connections and a free drink. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with other SwAPP members and friends in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere before Christmas. We look forward to seeing you there!
Intended audience: This event is ideal for professionals working in the Pharma/Biotech/MedTech and life-sciences sector and academics interested, for example, in a job in the industry, whether experienced or new, as well as those interested in learning more about SwAPP's activities and initiatives.
Your Next Steps:

Mark the December 5th from 18:00 in your calendar.
Share this invitation within your network! Everyone interested in connecting with our community is welcome to join.
Register below by November 30th (mandatory for participation and free drink)

Participation fees:

SwAPP members Free
Non-Members CHF 25.-

The 1st drink is offered by SwAPP to all participants (registration mandatory).
Location: WERK 8 – Gundeldinger Feld – Dornacherstrasse 192, CH-4053 Basel (10-min walk from train station).
Any questions? Feel free to contact us at swapp@swapp.ch (subject: "Afterworks: Basel").

SwissMedic: Regulatory & Beyond 2024
2024-11-26 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Zurich) | Kursaal Bern
Description
Swissmedic organizes an information event "Regulatory & Beyond," a key platform for experts in medicinal product authorisation in Switzerland. The event offers insights into regulatory challenges, innovations, and real-life case studies. Break-out sessions will address complementary and herbal medicines, and attendees can explore Swissmedic's divisions and projects during the networking breaks. For more details, visit their webpage.

2nd Swiss Translational Medicine Conference
2024-10-24 09:00 - 17:30 (Europe/Zurich)
Description
The SITEM-Insel organizes the 2nd Swiss Translational Medicine Conference, focused on translational medicine and entrepreneurship.
Explore how basic research transforms into real-world applications, with a spotlight on oncology and the UK's innovation landscape. Learn from expert speakers from Switzerland and the UK. More details are available here.

SwAPP Afterworks - Networking Events
2024-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Zurich) | La Paillotte – Club Nautique Morges, Place de la Navigation I, Morges 1, 1110, Switzerland
Description
Join us on September 4th at La Paillotte – Club Nautique de Morges starting from 6 pm for engaging conversations, valuable connections, a complimentary cool drink🍹. Take the opportunity to network with professionals working in the #Pharma/ #Biotech/ #Medtech/ #Lifescience sectors. We look forward to seeing you there!
La Paillotte – Club Nautique Morges is well located in Morges close to the lake and not far from the train station (10-min walk).
📍 Location:
La Paillotte – Club Nautique Morges, Place de la Navigation I, 1110 Morges 1
💼 Participation fees:
– SwAPP members: Free
– Non-Members: CHF 25.-
Registrations are now closed.

SwAPP Afterworks - Networking Events
2024-07-10 17:30 - 20:00 (Europe/Zurich) | LoftFive bar, Zürich, Europaallee 15,, Zürich, 8004, Switzerland
Description
Join us on July 10th at the LoftFive bar close to Zurich mainstation starting from 5:30 pm for engaging conversations, valuable connections, and a complimentary cool drink. A fantastic opportunity to network with professionals working in the Pharma/Biotech/MedTech and Life-Sciences sectors
We look forward to seeing you there!
📍 Location:
The Loft Five, Europaallee 15, Zürich
💼 Participation fees:
– SwAPP members: Free
– Non-Members: CHF 25.-
Registration is mandatory and should be made until July 7th, 8 pm.

Annual General Assembly & Networking Event
2024-05-07 14:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Description
We are thrilled to announce that we're bringing back our much-anticipated onsite General Assembly – this year with a twist!
📆 Save the Date: May 7th, 2024
📍 Location: Olten
For SwAPP Members: Join us starting at 14:00 for an exclusive members-only General Assembly. Dive deep into the future of our association, where we'll unveil the outcomes of our recent strategic reflections.
Open to All from 15:30: We're opening the doors wider to welcome everyone interested in our network. The afternoon kicks off with interactive sessions with our new Board of Directors, leading into a keynote speech.
And the cherry on top? A Networking Apero starting at 17:15! 🍸
Why You Should Attend:
• Discover the new strategy for SwAPP.
• Engage in thought-provoking discussions with our new Board of Directors.
• Network with professionals from our ecosystem over a delightful Apero.
Register Now and don't miss out on this pivotal event in the SwAPP calendar.
Participation fees: The event is free of charge for SwAPP members, and a participation of CHF 45.-applies for non-members. As a gesture of recognition, a gift voucher of CHF 45.-, valid for a next SwAPP national event*, will be offered to newcomers applying for membership.*held in 2024, and for which the registration fee for members is at least CHF180.-
For any question, contact us at swapp@swapp.ch (object "GA2024").
We are looking forward to welcoming you and sharing an insightful and inspiring afternoon together. Let's shape the future of SwAPP together!

DIA Trainings & Courses
2023-01-01 - 2024-01-01
Description
Choose among many different trainings and courses organized by DIA.

DIA Meetings
2023-01-01 - 2024-01-01
Description
Choose among many different events hosted by DIA.
To get directly to the DIA annual meeting click here.

27th Annual Swiss Symposium in Pharmaceutical Medicine / sgpm
2022-11-23 | Musikschule, Florhofgasse 6, Zürich, 8024

Antimicrobial Therapy in Immunocompromised and Critically Ill Patients
2022-06-09 - 2022-06-10 | Lugano
Description
Annual Symposium

SwAPP General Assembly 2022
2022-06-01 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Zurich) | Sorell Hotel Ador, Laupenstrasse 15, Bern, 3001, Switzerland
Description
The General Assembly will be followed by a New-member Session and a Lunch Apéro.
Afterwards, we look forward to the 14ht ExEx "Bringing out innovations: Regulatory and clinical strategies as key factors of success"

Swiss Biotech Day 2022
2022-05-02 13:00 - 2022-05-03 18:00 UTC | Congress Center Basel, Messeplatz 21, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
Description
This networking conference has become a great place for innovation, research and the advancement of biotechnology. As one of the leading biotechnology conferences in Europe, the Swiss Biotech Day 2022 is further developing to a truly global networking day and extending to 1.5 days.
What to expect:

Meet 850+ senior experts from the life science industry
50+ exhibition from across Europe
Delegations from various regions
General Assembly of the Swiss Biotech Association
Swiss Biotech Success Stories Awards
Innovative biotech start-ups and medium-sized biotech companies
Thematically focused panel discussions
Pre-scheduled one-to-one partnering meetings

Treffpunkt: Einführung ins Heilmittelgesetz
2022-01-01 - 2022-12-31 | Bern or Zurich
Description
Please contact treffpunkt@bratschi-newsletter.ch

Annual Program CTC: Clinical research, PV, Market access
2022-01-01 - 2022-12-31 | Diverse Locations
Description
please contact CTC to join Courses as SwAPP member
Discount for SwAPP members 15% /event

Annual program DIA Europe
2022-01-01 - 2022-12-31 | Diverse Locations
Description
Training Courses Catalog
Workshops Conferences
Annual meetings
As SwAPP member you receive a discount of 10% /event.
Application process:
step 1 Confirmation of membership: mail to: swapp[at]swapp.ch
step 2 Request: Email DIA Basel

Annual program AO Foundation: Clinical investigation and documentation
2022-01-01 - 2022-12-31 | Davos or Fribourg
Description
see annual program
SwAPP Member discount: 15%/event
