Human research in Switzerland
More Information on human research
Find out exactly what human research is, how you can take part in it, and how you are protected if you do participate.
Study search
With this tool, you can find clinical studies on specific diseases.
Find out whether you may be eligible for a study, whether participants are still being recruited, and who to contact.
Frequenty Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions:
→ FAQs
Information for researchers (FAQs, submissions, requirements, etc.) can be found here:
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News
01.09.2025
Statistics on Human Research
The statistical report “Human Research in Switzerland 2024” is now available.
It provides an overview of biomedical research conducted in Switzerland in 2024 under the Human Research Act. The data are sourced from the BASEC system, managed by the umbrella organization of the research ethics committees (swissethics).
01.03.2025
Study results in national language
From 1 March 2025, for newly completed clinical studies, summaries of the results will be made available in national languages.
01.03.2025
Information for researchers
Humanresearch-switzerland.ch is primarily designed for the general public. Further information for researchers can be found here: