As is traditional in our editorial, a few words from our host on international Geneva. Geneva, Switzerland’s second city, is a dynamic international hub, located on the shores of Lake Geneva with spectacular views of the Alps. Compact and green, it offers an ideal combination of work and leisure, with a rich culture, varied gastronomy and an efficient transport system. A quarter of the city is dedicated to green spaces, and visitors can enjoy numerous parks, walks or bike rides, as well as swimming in the lake.

Geneva is also a must-see for culture lovers, with more than 40 museums, including unique institutions such as the Patek Philippe Museum and the Martin Bodmer Foundation. In terms of gastronomy, the city ranks among the best in the world, offering more than 180 types of cuisine and 64 award-winning restaurants.

Geneva’s history is marked by key events such as the Reformation, the founding of the Red Cross, and the creation of the League of Nations and the UN. These events have consolidated its role as a global diplomatic hub. Today, Geneva is the headquarters of many international organizations, and has been awarded 21 Nobel Prizes.

Geneva is also renowned for its academic excellence, with prestigious institutions such as the University of Geneva, which is among the world’s top 100 universities. The Graduate Institute of International Studies, founded in 1927, is a major center for international relations studies.

Finally, the city is the birthplace of fine watchmaking, with world-renowned artisans and iconic symbols such as the Flower Clock and the Jet d’Eau. Geneva is distinguished by its cosmopolitan diversity, representing 196 nationalities and welcoming 41% of foreigners.

Let’s take a look back at our annual SFGM-TC congress, an unmissable event for all professionals in cell therapy.

As every year, several major sessions will punctuate the event:

• Patient, donor and caregiver session: a key moment of exchange and sharing, appreciated by caregivers as well as patients and their loved ones.
• GFIC-GM Nursing Day: a rich scientific program including educational sessions, oral communications and interactive symposia.
• TEC/data managers day: a time dedicated to understanding hematological pathologies and therapies, with practical discussions on clinical research.
• Educational session: highlighting the latest results of French-speaking fundamental research in cell therapy, with oral communications, posters and the Capucine Prize.

We will of course also have the opportunity to exchange during joint sessions with a partner company (SFBCT and SFI), and to participate in the JACIE session and that of the Essential Agencies for the improvement and security of our practices.

The scientific program will cover advances in adult, pediatric and AYA patients, with symposia, prizes for the best presentations and scholarships for interns. The 2025 review of medical-scientific news, a key moment of the congress, will also be there.

We look forward to sharing these moments with you and are counting on your large and enthusiastic presence in Geneva!