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National Prize for Open Research Data 2024: Nominations now also possible
The National Prize for Open Research Data (ORD Prize) is in line with Switzerland's National ORD Strategy and promotes best practices and innovative methods in the field of Open Research Data. This year, there are two focus areas: Collaborative and/or interdisciplinary reuse of research data and educational and/or public outreach related to the reuse of research data. Applications for the are still possible until 31 July 2024, 5:00 PM. New this year, nominations for the ORD Prize can be submitted via an online-form.
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Invitation Award Ceremony 2025 - National Prize for Open Research Data
We are delighted to invite you to this year's National Open Research Data Award Ceremony on 27 November 2025 in Bern. Register for the event via the link below.
Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
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Organ donation after assisted suicide? Interview with CEC President Paul Hoff
The number of assisted suicides is on the rise. In some cases, people who intend to end their lives wish to donate their organs after death. Organ donation and assisted suicide have been practised independently of each other in Switzerland for years, combining both practices, however, raises numerous new medical-ethical questions. In an interview with the Tages-Anzeiger, Paul Hoff, president of the Central Ethics Committee (CEC) of the SAMS explains why he considers an in-depth discussion important.
Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences SAMS
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Need for action in family medicine and pediatrics
As part of its commitment to a sustainable healthcare system, the SAMS supports the professional association mfe in its «Workforce» study, which is conducted every five years. The results of the 2025 edition show that the shortage of pediatricians and general practitioners has worsened in recent years. An aging population, reduced working hours, and an increased administrative burden threaten basic medical coverage across the country.