Founders and Visionaries of CLINAM: Patrick Hunziker and Beat Löffler
Founding CLINAM Foundation
Initiating International Society of Nanomedicine
Creating the European Journal of Nanomedicine (now integrated into the Precision Nanomedicine Journal )
Dr. med. h.c. Beat Löffler, MA
  • Co-founder of CLINAM Foundation and Conference Series.
    CEO of CLINAM Foundation;
    Past secretary General of the International Society for Nanomedicine;
    Organizer of the CLINAM Summit.
    Key Contributions:
    • Architect of the annual CLINAM Summit and its international network
    • Responsible for programme content, organizational leadership, and dissemination
    • Strategic developer of European and global nanomedicine platforms
    • Advocate for clinician involvement and cross-disciplinary collaboration
    • A driver behind the creation of major European research projects
  • Prof. Dr. med. Patrick Hunziker (CLINAM Profile)
    Co-founder of CLINAM Foundation and CLINAM Conferences
    Chief Scientific Officer (CSO), of CLINAM Foundation and Scientific Chair of CLINAM ;
    President of the International Society for Nanomedicine;
    Deputy Chief of Intensive Care, University Hospital Basel.
    Key Contributions:
    • Shaping the scientific vision and contributing to the quality of CLINAM Summits
    • Leading the CLINAM Lab and Swissnano group
    • Advancing translational nanomedicine and clinical research
    • Instrumental in founding the European and International Societies for Nanomedicine
    • Major force in integrating clinicians into nanomedicine innovation

A few of the many major scientific figures and field leaders at CLINAM (also see Nobel laureates below) Nobel Laureates Who Have contributed to the field and presented at CLINAM
including Nobel Prize Year and Field, presenting at CLINAM in specific years.
CLINAM’s Historic Impact and Unique Role
  • Scientific impact: Presenters include the most cited and influential minds in nanomedicine, drug delivery, and translational science.
  • Foundational leadership: Beat Löffler and Patrick Hunziker have shaped the field’s global dialogue, uniting clinicians, researchers, industry, and regulators for over 15 years.
  • Interdisciplinary reach: CLINAM a neutral, nonprofit platform accelerating innovation and clinical translation in nanomedicine.
  • Nobel laureate participation at nearly every summit, spanning chemistry, physics, and medicine, deepening and widening the impact of the field.

CLINAM's Role in Global Convergence of Regulatory Science and Education
The CLINAM (European and Global Summit for Clinical Nanomedicine) Summits have significantly influenced the global regulatory science landscape of nanomedicine. Here is a concise overview of their key contributions:(ResearchGate)
  • Global Regulatory Convergence: CLINAM Summits have provided a unique platform where regulatory authorities from all continents convene annually to discuss the needs of stakeholders in nanomedicine. This has facilitated global regulatory convergence and harmonization efforts in the field. (projects.leitat.org)
  • Catalyst for Regulatory Framework Development: The Summits have played a pivotal role in initiating discussions and collaborations that have led to the development of regulatory frameworks for nanomedicine, addressing the unique challenges posed by nanotechnology-enabled health products. (PMC)
  • Promotion of Interdisciplinary Collaboration: By bringing together scientists, clinicians, industry representatives, and regulators, CLINAM has fostered interdisciplinary collaboration essential for the advancement of regulatory science in nanomedicine.
  • Educational Impact: The Summits have served as educational platforms, disseminating knowledge on the latest developments in nanomedicine and its regulatory aspects, thus contributing to the capacity building of stakeholders worldwide.
  • Influence on Policy and Standards: Discussions and outcomes from CLINAM Summits have informed policy-making and the establishment of standards, influencing the regulatory landscape of nanomedicine globally. (PMC)
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For the full annual presenter lists and further details, see the CLINAM Conference Archives.