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swissethics publishes recommendations on research adapted to gender
19.04.2024
Gender equity is a very important topic in medical research and clinical practice. In 2020, swissethics published recommendations on the topic of gender-equitable research. A working group has now addressed the topic further and developed instructions on how to implement the aspect of "sex and gender" in research in an ethically appropriate manner.
Read moreLatest changes to the ICF template for clinical trials
07.11.2023
Following comments from various stakeholders and after careful evaluation, swissethics is publishing a new and revised version of the ICF template for clinical trials. The focus continues to be on the comprehensibility of the text for laypersons through a clear and simple choice of words, good structuring and visualization of the text.
Read moreswissethics is mandated by the Conference of the Cantonal Ministers of Public Health (GDK/CDS)
04.07.2023
At the plenary meeting of the GDK in 2023, the association of research ethics committees swissethics has received a mandate from the Cantons. This mandate includes the recognition of swissethics as the coordinating body of the ethics committees and as a reliable partner and contact point for the general public.
Read moreConsortium for the ecological transformation of the health system
08.06.2023
The Swiss Forum for a Sustainable Health System is taking place today in Bern. Within this framework, the Swiss Consortium for Sustainable Health and Ecological Change in the Health System was founded. swissethics is a member of this consortium, whose aim is to promote synergies between partners, make efforts visible and advance innovative ideas that can reduce the environmental impact of health services.
Read moreElection of the presidency and vice-presidency of swissethics and information concerning the validity period of approvals issued by the ethics committees
14.03.2023
At the general assembly of swissethics, Ms. Dr. Susanne Driessen was confirmed and re-elected as President and Dr. iur. Jürg Müller as Vice President. Ms. Prof. Dr. Caroline Samer, currently Vice President of the Ethics Committee Geneva, was newly elected as Vice President.
The swissethics executive board of directors has decided, on the proposal of the lawyers of the Ethics Committees, that as of March 1, 2023, approvals for clinical trials and research projects will be limited to a period of five years. After five years, the ethics committee will decide whether the project can continue with the documents approved at that time or whether adjustments are necessary. Further details on this process will be communicated at a later date.