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DAY 1: November 18, 2026

PHI perspective on value and role of pragmatic RCTs
Nick Andrews, MHRA
Abstract

Core design considerations
Arto Palmu, Finnish Vaccine Research
Abstract

Safety Monitoring in Pragmatic Trials
Rachael Williams, Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Abstract

DAY 2: November 19, 2026

Ethical Considerations for Pragmatic Trials with Vaccines
Stephanie Morain, Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics
Abstract

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The International Alliance for Biological Standardization (IABS) is an independent, non-profit scientific Alliance, governed by Articles 60-79 of the Swiss Civil code and by its Constitution. Its office is located in Geneva (Switzerland). IABS has members in over 50 countries.

OFFICERS

• Ms. Shawn Novick, President
• Dr. Olivier Espeisse, President
• Dr. Joris Vandepute, Past-President
• Mr. Vincent Guilmeau, Treasurer
• Dr. Carmen Jungbäck, Secretary

MISSION

The mission of the Alliance which is related to the scientific and medical advancement of Biologicals, includes :

• To host conferences and workshops, facilitate communication, and develop consensus on key contemporary issues related to biologicals among those who discover, develop, produce and regulate biological products for human and animal health
• To foster evidence-based Science as the standard for improving and ensuring the quality and the safety of biological products
• To share scientific advancements and innovative regulatory solutions through our journal “Biologicals”.

PUBLICATIONS

Reports and proceedings of IABS conferences and workshops appear in its journal Biologicals, published by Elsevier.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

• Affiliations with a global community of recognized experts
• Exclusive access to archived information from scientific events (library of speaker presentations, conclusions and recommendations)
• Reduced fees for a subscription to the journal Biologicals
• Voting rights for matters discussed during the Biennial IABS General Assembly (Elections, Constitutional changes)

For more information on how to become a member of IABS, please visit: www.iabs.org