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Real-world studies in medicine: opportunities and risks
Health-related activities, such as those of hospitals and insurance companies, generate large amounts of data every day. This so-called «real-world data» can be used in various ways for health research and is attracting a lot of attention. In the lead article of the current SAMS Bulletin, Dr Michaela Egli, philosopher and project manager at the Swiss Personalized Health Network (SPHN), discusses the opportunities and risks of real-world studies.
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Neurosciences: Call for nominations for the Robert Bing Prize
Every two years, the SAMS awards the Robert Bing Prize in neurosciences. The Prize is financed from the legacy of Basel neurologist Robert Bing. In accordance with the founder's wishes, it is aimed at young researchers in neuroscience. The Prize honours outstanding work in the recognition, treatment and cure of diseases of the nervous system. The deadline for nominations is 9 March 2026.
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Call for nominations: Stern-Gattiker-Prize for women in academic medicine
Every two years, the SAMS awards the Stern-Gattiker Prize to a female medical scientist who acts as a role model in academic medicine and motivates young people to pursue such a career. The Stern-Gattiker Prize is endowed with CHF 15’000. The deadline for nominations is 9 March 2026.