South Africa is a prime location for genetics and genomic research due to its combination of genetic diversity, high disease burdens, and high-quality infra-structure. Most research projects of this nature, including in South Africa, are funded by organizations such as the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH), the European Commission, the United Kingdom Medical Research Council, and the Wel...

Join professionals and experts from esteemed institutions united in the commitment to upholding the highest standards of data integrity and privacy in the medical field. This Track sets the stage for enlightening discussions, insightful presentations, and collaborative exchanges aimed at fostering compliance excellence in healthcare data management.  

Introduction This session will focus on the adoption of the European Health Data Space (EHDS) regulation and its implications in terms of obligations and compliance. It will share the views of the European Commission and experts in this field. The speakers will also discuss the practical implementation of EHDS, in addition to the challenges and opportunities it presents.