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New for 2026 Free Online Training We’re delighted to share that EPHMRA members can now access a wide range of Open University courses directly through our online learning platform completely free of charge.   Examples of courses available include: • The power of infographics in research dissemination – 7 hours (Level 2) • Data analysis: visualisations in Excel – 6 hours (Level 1)

Registration is Open for the UK Chapter meeting on 5 March 2026 in London. Our topic for this event is “Integrated Insights – Challenges and Opportunities”. The programme is starting to take shape with the first 2 sets of speakers announced. Click here for more information https://www.ephmra.org/events/81

As the year draws to a close, We’d like to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to all our valued members for your dedication, collaboration and contributions throughout the year. Wishing you a joyful festive season filled with rest, laughter and time well spent with family and friends. We look forward to reconnecting and continuing our shared success in 2026!

A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors who have already signed up for 2026 EPHMRA Conference. We are so excited to be working with you.   QualWorld - https://www.qual-world.com/ Elma Research - https://www.elmaresearch.com/ Konovo - https://konovo.com/

Add the dates to your strategic calendars for high value priority events for the year ahead. 22 January Webinar: Doing Market Research in KSA and UAE  5 March UK Chapter Meeting  30 April Young Professionals Online Conference 22 June Applied AI That Delivers: Workshop 23-25 June EPHMRA Conference 2026  

A new space for members to connect, share, and strengthen best practice in one of the most complex areas of healthcare research.   Rare and ultra rare diseases demand more from researchers: • Small, vulnerable patient groups • Disease heterogeneity • Limited awareness • Fragmented healthcare structures • Wide geographic spread

EPHMRA Webinar: Doing Market Research in KSA and UAE Join us for an informative webinar which will focus on giving our members some hints and tips about Doing Market research in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and The United Arab Emirates covering the healthcare system, sampling, accessing respondents, key factors to consider. Speakers from Leyhausen Research GmbH: Jens Hoffmann and Mariam Ossama  

But don’t worry, you can still secure your place at this event of the year. Join us in London 23-25 June 2026 at the elegant Leonardo Royal Hotel, St Paul’s. Industry leaders and insights professionals will come together for three inspiring days of learning, networking and innovation. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of Healthcare Market Research.

Submit your Applications by 28 February 2026 for the 2026 EPHMRA Young Professionals Conference Grant! Are you an early career professional in healthcare market research with big ideas and bold ambitions? This is your chance to attend the 2026 EPHMRA Annual Conference with support of a grant designed to help the next generation shine.