Swiss Biobanking Day
Novembre 30, 2026 · Bern
The Swiss Biobanking Day is the first national conference dedicated to biobanking in Switzerland, co-organised by Swiss Biobanking and the Liquid Biobank Bern. Taking place on 30 November 2026 in Bern, the event marks the 10th anniversary of both institutions.
Bringing together researchers, clinicians and biobanking professionals from Switzerland and beyond, the Swiss Biobanking Day offers a full day of keynote presentations, thematic sessions, poster presentations and networking — as well as a guided visit of the Liquid Biobank Bern facilities.
Europe Biobank Week 2027
May 18–21, 2027 · Lausanne, Switzerland
Europe Biobank Week (EBW) is the leading European congress dedicated to biobanking. Co-organised by BBMRI-ERIC and the European, Middle Eastern & African Society for Biopreservation and Biobanking (ESBB), this annual event has brought together since 2016 researchers, clinicians, biobank professionals, industry partners and patient representatives to discuss the latest scientific advances, innovations and ethical, legal and societal issues related to biobanking and personalised medicine.
The 2027 edition will take place at the SwissTech Convention Center, located on the EPFL campus in Lausanne.
Programme
The congress spans four days, with activities both on and off the EPFL campus:
- Day 1 — On-site visits to biobanks within the Swiss Biobanking network and selected EPFL facilities
- Day 2 — Official opening and start of scientific sessions, followed by a welcome reception at the Rolex Learning Center on the EPFL campus
- Day 3 — Scientific programme, networking and gala dinner at the Olympic Museum, overlooking Lake Geneva
- Day 4 — Scientific programme and a dedicated public engagement event around the EPFL campus, open to the local community, patients and students
Become a sponsor
EBW 2027 in Lausanne offers industry partners and organisations a unique opportunity to engage with the European biobanking and personalised health community. With over 800 expected participants from 47 countries, the congress provides high visibility within an international scientific community, direct access to key decision-makers and experts in biobanking and health research, and opportunities to showcase innovations and technologies to a highly targeted audience.
For full details on sponsorship opportunities, download the sponsorship information document (PDF) or visit the official sponsorship page.