SCTO Clinical Research Centres

A Nationwide Network Enabling Impactful Clinical Research

The Swiss Clinical Trial Organisation’s nationally coordinated Network includes the Clinical Research Centres (CRCs) of five university hospitals and two cantonal hospitals. As Switzerland’s reference academic infrastructure for high-quality, patient-centred clinical research, the SCTO provides comprehensive services and expert local support essential for conducting studies. Each CRC leads one of the SCTO’s thematic Platforms, with all CRCs contributing to national collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Clinical Research Centres (CRCs) across Switzerland

The SCTO Network includes expert Clinical Research Centres based at the 5 university hospitals and 2 cantonal hospitals throughout Switzerland. The Clinical Research Centres support academic clinical researchers across all therapeutic areas, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred clinical trials that meet the highest scientific and regulatory standards.