RAPS Euro Convergence 2024: your guide to the most comprehensive regulatory affairs conference in Europe
It’s been an eventful few years for regulatory professionals in the European market. EU MDR and IVDR implementation have dominated the conversation, but that’s not all. Developments in AI, software and more have only added to the full plates regulatory professionals have in 2024.
They all point to one thing: regulatory professionals need a place to gather, discuss and make an impact on these topics. To collaborate and share ideas so organisations worldwide can ultimately bring safer, more effective products to patients worldwide.
At RAPS Euro Convergence 2024, we’ll do just that.
RAPS Euro Convergence is the most comprehensive regulatory affairs conference in Europe, focusing on the latest developments in healthcare products in Europe and beyond. This year’s conference is poised to be the biggest RAPS event in Europe — ever.
At this gathering in Berlin, Germany, regulatory professionals will learn from expert presenters in medical devices, IVDs, pharmaceuticals, AI and software, and they’ll have the chance to forge meaningful connections with other regulatory professionals.
After two consecutive years in Amsterdam, RAPS Euro Convergence 2024 will take place at the Berlin Congress Center on 6-8 May, with preconference workshops on 5 May.
Who should attend RAPS Euro Convergence 2024?
If you work in — or want to learn more about — regulatory affairs, RAPS Euro Convergence is for you. As the most comprehensive regulatory affairs conference in Europe, RAPS Euro Convergence will help you build professional knowledge in regulatory affairs and inspire further regulatory unification regarding improved patient access, safety, and outcomes.
Interested in joining the regulatory community in Berlin? Here's how to register.
What is the programme for RAPS Euro Convergence 2024?
The RAPS Euro Convergence agenda starts with preconference workshops on 5 May. These require an extra fee and allow participants to dive deeper into specific regulatory affairs topics.
The conference will officially begin at 16:30 CEST on 6 May with an opening plenary session. The topic of this year’s opening plenary: Regulatory Affairs: Science or Art? Join for discussion of nuanced intersection in regulatory decision-making. Panelists will share practical insights on how this integration influences decision-making irrespective of their position in the regulatory process.*
After the opening plenary session, delegates will convene in the exhibit hall for the opening reception, where they will have the chance to reunite with peers, partners and solution providers.
On 7-8 May, delegates at RAPS Euro Convergence can choose from more than 60 educational sessions. These will cover pharmaceuticals, medical devices, IVDs, AI and software and regulatory business. Explore the RAPS Convergence schedule here.
*Opening plenary topic is subject to change. If the topic changes, we will update this post.
What we’re excited for at RAPS Euro Convergence
The RAPS Euro Convergence Programme Committee is responsible for determining the agenda and theme, selecting sessions, and more. We asked them to share what they’re excited for at this year’s event.
Registration for RAPS Euro Convergence 2024 is still open. Click here to join us in Berlin.
Alex Laan: “This year, RAPS Euro Convergence in Berlin is going to be packed. And there is so much to talk about, understanding the regulatory challenges Europe is facing.”
Beate Schmidt: “Keeping up to date on the ever-changing world of regulatory affairs, learning things about topics I might not be exposed to in my daily work, but most of all I'm looking forward to reconnecting with colleagues, peers and friends!”
Florian Tolkmitt: “To learn and network with great people from all over the world.”
Stefanie Fasshauer: “The interactive sessions and workshops at RAPS Euro Convergence are what I look forward to the most. They offer hands-on experiences that are both educational and practical.”
Kate Stockman: “I am looking forward to connecting again with other regulatory professionals, and to hear more about the new EU pharmaceutical regulation and other updates around EU CTR and EU MDR.”
Gert Bos: “I look forward to seeing and meeting so many regulatory friends and peers, and to the panel debates and exchanges.”
A few topics we’re excited to learn more about at RAPS Euro Convergence
Alex Laan: “I would like to learn more about the position of the European Commission on future governance of medical devices in Europe.”
Beate Schmidt: “The latest developments on drug-device combination products regulation in the EU.”
Florian Tolkmitt: “Current developments in Clinical Evaluation of Medical Devices and the interfaces to other regulatory processes.”
Stefanie Fasshauer: “I’m excited to learn more about the role of AI in regulatory affairs at RAPS Euro Convergence. Beyond its transformative potential in drug development, I’m keen to understand how AI is being integrated across various regulatory processes and how authorities are responding to these technological advancements.”
Kate Stockman: “I am looking forward to the session on FDA and EMEA scientific advice, 'Meeting EMA and FDA: Formal and informal pathways, in search of alignment'. I’m interested to hear from these industry experts and EMA representatives around how we can optimise our health authority engagement and development programs.”
Gert Bos: “How people perceive the trend towards real world evidence, post market clinical studies, registries etc., and how they will fit these elements into the regulatory journey of their portfolio.”
Is there anything else I should know beyond the topics and agenda?
Here are a few things to know:
- The networking dinner is a special part of RAPS Euro Convergence 2024. Held at the Spreespeicher on 7 May, this dinner offers a historic atmosphere complemented by modern touches with gorgeous views. Networking dinner tickets require an extra fee. Learn more here.
- Regulatory students get special discounted pricing, access to a career development session and more. Find out more here.
- Want to grab a last-minute sponsorship opportunity? Click here to see what’s available.
Connect with the regulatory community in Europe
Join your regulatory peers at RAPS Euro Convergence 2024 on 6-8 May.