Dear Colleagues and Friends,
On behalf of the Organising Committee, it is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to the 18th Bucharest International Clinical Trials Symposium (BICS 2026), taking place on 27 November 2026 in Bucharest, Romania. The symposium is proudly organised under the patronage of the European CRO Federation (EUCROF) and the Romanian Association of Companies Conducting Clinical Research (ACCSCR).
The theme of this year’s symposium, ‘Shaping the Future of Clinical Trials’, reflects a defining moment for our industry. Clinical research is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, driven by scientific innovation, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, decentralised and hybrid trial models, evolving regulatory frameworks, and, above all, a renewed commitment to placing patients at the centre of research. As healthcare systems become increasingly interconnected, collaboration across borders and disciplines has never been more important.
BICS 2026 will bring together an exceptional community of international thought leaders, regulatory authorities, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, contract research organisations, investigators, healthcare professionals, patient representatives, and technology innovators. Together, we will explore the trends, challenges, and opportunities that are redefining the future of clinical development and creating a more agile, inclusive, and sustainable clinical research ecosystem.
Throughout the day, participants will engage in inspiring keynote presentations, high?level panel discussions, and interactive sessions focused on the topics that matter most: accelerating innovation while maintaining the highest standards of quality and ethics, improving patient access and engagement, empowering investigative sites, embracing digital transformation, and strengthening collaboration between all stakeholders involved in clinical research.
More than a scientific meeting, BICS 2026 is a platform for dialogue, partnership, and innovation. It is an opportunity to exchange ideas, challenge conventional thinking, build meaningful professional relationships, and collectively shape the future of clinical trials in Europe and beyond.
Whether you join us in Bucharest or participate virtually, I encourage you to become part of this important conversation and contribute your expertise to a community committed to advancing clinical research for the benefit of patients worldwide.
We warmly invite you to register early and take advantage of our early?bird registration offer.
I look forward to welcoming you on 27 November 2026 for what promises to be an inspiring and forward?looking edition of the Bucharest International Clinical Trials Symposium.
Together, let us shape the future of clinical trials.
Dr Cristina Florescu Moraid, MSc, EuSpLM, MRQA
President, Bucharest International Clinical Trials Symposium Organising Committee
CEO, AVANTYO Institute of Clinical Research