Nordic Conference on Clinical Trials 2026

Preliminary Agenda 

Moderator: Björn Arvidsson, Director of Research and Innovation, Region Uppsala

Preliminary agenda (subject to change)

Day 1 – April 15

11:00–12:30 Nordic Collaboration in Clinical Trials

• Nordic perspectives and collaboration – national initiatives and practical examples from across the region.

12.30 -13.30 Lunch

13:30–15:00 ICH GCP R3, Digitalization and Smart Solutions

• Inspection findings and practical approaches to compliance in an increasingly digital environment.

15:30–17:00 Cross-border Clinical Trials

• Data privacy, governance, and experiences from ongoing Nordic and European studies.

19:00 Conference Dinner

Day 2 – April 16

09:00–10:30 Digital Solutions and Trial Participants

• How digital tools can simplify participation in clinical trials – perspectives from both research and healthcare.

11:00–12:30 Nordic Attractiveness for Clinical Trials

• Feasibility processes, timelines, and coordination for competitive and efficient Nordic study conduct.

12.30-13.30 Lunch

13:30–15:00 Best Practices and the Future of Clinical Trials

• Electronic solutions, data sharing, and remote monitoring – what will clinical trials look like in 5–10 years?

Committee & working group:

Signe Fretland, NorTrials, Marianne Pilgaard, Trial Nation, Gunilla Andrew-Nielsen, Medical Products Agency / Läkemedelsverket, SweTrial, Mia Bengtström, Apotekarsocieteten: Hedda Magnusson, Anna Christiansson, Karin Johansson, Helena Risinggård