The newsletter from the central resource for the Swiss biotech industry
December 2025
Swiss-US trade updates
Improved access to the US market for Swiss companies
For reliable updates on swiss–us economic relations, you can follow the official information provided by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs. The site offers current briefings, documents, and status updates on ongoing bilateral work.
Last chance to best present your company with us this year
Swiss Biotech Directory & logo presence
List or update your company profile in the Swiss Biotech Directory for the 2026 print edition. More than 1,600 biotech companies are listed in Switzerland’s most comprehensive compendium in the area of biotech, opening new business opportunities.
As a Swiss Biotech Association member include your organization’s logo in our communication tools during 2026 to increase your visibility. A cost-effective and easy-to-do marketing opportunity. Check it out and order by year-end.
Swiss Round Table on Antibiotics
Incentives for new antibacterials
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the most pressing challenges of our 21st century society. The private association Swiss Round Table on Antibiotics supports political decision-making and aspires to make a Swiss contribution to securing the availability of existing antibiotics and the revival of novel antibiotic development by means of an innovative incentive scheme. They identified the most critical gaps in the Swiss arsenal of antibiotics and suggested how a national investment case could be developed to incentivize R&D for new antibiotics.
European Congress on Biotechnology, June 28 - July 1
Abstract Submission now open
The 20th European Congress on Biotechnology will take place in Antwerp. Abstract submissions are now open for oral, poster or flash talk presentations. Submit your research on one of the following themes: Innovations for healthy living, solutions for a sustainable planet, manufacturing with microbes, or feeding the planet. Share your research with over 800 participants from more than 60 countries.
Order your spot now
BIO Europe Spring in Lisbon
Use the Swiss Biotech Pavilion from March 23 - 25 at Europe's largest partnering conference as your home base for your activities. The official Swiss presence is organized by Switzerland Global Enterprise in close collaboration with the Swiss Biotech Association. As Swiss Biotech Association member you benefit from discounts. See participation options and register by November 24.
Join Swiss Pavilions at coming up biotech conferences
Already save the date for BioJapan, October 7-9, in Yokohama, and use the official Swiss presence at these BIO conventions in 2026:
As a start-up with global ambitions you might qualify for funding and participate in international trade fairs as exhibitor. Learn more and apply for a grant.
Working together
A more innovation-friendly European biotech framework
Biotechnology applications are expanding globally into many areas beyond the pharmaceutical sector. A growing range of products meet consumer demands while contributing to sustainability and climate protection. However, the current European authorization process for these innovative products is unnecessarily burdensome and limits market access. Leading European business organizations have come together in the European Biosolutions Coalition to change this. Read the full article of the Swiss Biotech Report 2025 by Jan Lucht, Head Biotechnology at scienceindustries.
Plant breeding for a changing climate
Swiss research for sustainable agriculture
Global warming, biodiversity loss, and growing food demand threaten food security. The Swiss National Science Foundation is funding research using new breeding technologies to develop resilient, high-quality crops. Projects will explore agronomic applications, economic and ethical considerations, and policy frameworks, aiming to promote innovation and sustainable agriculture while reducing environmental risks.
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A heartfelt Christmas for everyone
Support a meaningful evening of togetherness
Life Science Cares and Caritas Zurich will once again host a Christmas Eve gathering for people experiencing poverty or loneliness. Volunteers from the life science community are still needed to help welcome around 250 guests and children at Volkshaus Zurich.
Selected upcoming events & discounts for our members
Jan 14 - 15
M01N Startup Camp For startup enthusiasts, with bold ideas, inspiring speaker line-up, Startup Expo, Pitch Contest, Side-Events, and After-Party. The biggest startup conference at the lake of Zurich.
Feb 11
LS2 annual meeting For scientists from all fields of life sciences that form LS2, showcasing the outstanding research taking place in Switzerland, its diversity and interdisciplinarity.
Jan 14 - 15
health.tech global summit Basel Meet senior decision-makers from health systems, pharma, startups, the public sector and academia to explore how innovation is reshaping the future of healthcare.
Mar 3 - 4
AMR conference Register for the leading international platforms dedicated to tackling one of the most pressing health challenges of our time: antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
The Swiss Biotech Association partners with several organizations to provide a perfect mix of education and long-term professional development with discount for our members.
Experts will be discussing how patent claims should be interpreted since the EPC was first established, and give guidance on this important question, followed by an apreo.
Jan 22
Café and croissant: FONGIT life sciences Get an update of the Geneva startup community, meet with entrepreneurs, and expand your professional network over coffee and croissants.
Learn about practices in biomedical research with animal experimentation and alternative new approach methodologies, understanding novel strategies and good practice in replacement, reduction and refinement of animal testing.
Explore the topic of space biology, showcasing Swiss involvement in pioneering science, to illuminate recent results from space biology research and discuss their relevance to needs on earth.
A practical overview of the rationale and key implications of this revision, a framework that supports fit-for-purpose clinical trial design, the use of new technologies, and alternative operational strategies.
Explore the entire development process of therapeutic interventions, from initial planning all the way to commercialization, Including leadership qualities and management tools.
The CAS equips you with the necessary knowledge and skills to translate medical problems into data science problems and, hence, to actively engage in the digital healthcare environment.
Learn how to lead transformational change and cultivate adaptive organisational behaviour and discover how to create a culture of collaboration, innovation, and interdependence.
Develop key leadership skills for public and international health roles, and learn to manage power dynamics, resolve conflicts, and collaborate across sectors to improve population health.
The volumetric mass transfer coefficient, kLa, is an important parameter in many bioprocesses. Gain deeper insights into the gas transfer characteristics of bioreactor systems and learn how to optimize parameters that influence kLa.
Discuss regulatory preparedness for the JCA process, explain the interface between regulators and EU HTA Coordination Group and which information is shared by the two.
Develop practical skills in next-generation sequencing data analysis through a combination of lectures by experts, interactive exercises, and real-world case studies for a solid theoretical foundation and practical expertise.
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