SIP Collaboration with CHRODIS+
The 2018 SIP Thematic Network provided a unique opportunity to create new synergies and break silos. SIP is now collaborating with the Joint Action of the European Commission CHRODIS Plus which aims to implement pilot projects and generate practical lessons in the...
European Parliament approves resolution on medical cannabis – read our position paper
On the 13th February, the European Parliament adopted a resolution on the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes. A European Parliament resolution has no legal standing, but expresses the will of the Parliament on an issue. The resolution informs the European...
EFIC on the Move – what’s in the pipeline?
Why chronic pain prevention through physical activity deserve more attention? Some well-known health benefits of regular physical activity include a reduced risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and improved mental health. What is less well-known is that...
Are you a physio interested in the EDPP? Watch our recent webinar
We organised a webinar for potential EDPP Examination attendees on the 7th February 2019 at 17:00 CET, led by Harriet Wittink, EDPP Exam Committee Chair. The webinar went through the different sections of the examination, giving guidance on the format, and what is...
The European Year against pain in the Most Vulnerable – What it is and how to get involved
The European Federation of IASP Chapters (EFIC) first launched the Global Day Against Pain in 2001, thanks to an idea of David Niv, a now-deceased IASP member and EFIC president. The success of this initiative led the IASP Council to develop and adopt a more powerful...
Social media champions wanted for #EFIC2019!
Do you love connecting with people on social media? Are you passionate about pain research and medicine? Do you plan on attending #EFIC2019 in Valencia? Then help us promote our next congress on social media and receive rewards and benefits at this year’s...
Endorsement of the SIP joint Statement! Still few days left
Still few days left to endorse the Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Joint Statement!We are very grateful for the support and contribution of pain stakeholders across Europe so far. The composition of our endorsers truly mirror the multi stakeholder approach necessary to...EFIC is on a mission to promote women in pain science
In response to some valid remarks on gender balance in the program of our 2019 Congress, EFIC would like to share a few words on this important issue. EFIC promotes women in pain science. For the first time, our next President will be a woman. Women are leading key...
Updates from the EFIC Education Committee
Our Education Committee, under the chairmanship of Professor Andreas Kopf met in Berlin in October to discuss plans for upcoming projects and the improvement of existing projects like our Pain Schools and examinations. We are developing two new curricula, one for...
Krakow Pain School recruitment open!
Krakow has always been famous for its beauty, charm and culture. It is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland, dating back to the 7th century. On 22-27 June 2019, Krakow will host the European Pain Federation Krakow Pain School on Translational Pain...
Latest update on the Governance of the European Pain Federation
We are thrilled to welcome Dr Silvu Brill as as Honorary Secretary of the European Pain Federation EFIC and Dr Gisèle Pickering as Chair of the EFIC Research Committee. Dr Silviu Brill has been elected as Honorary Secretary of the European Pain Federation EFIC for...
Last Call for Applications
Important information for postdoctoral researchers in pain research: The EFIC-GRÜNENTHAL Grant supports young scientists in their early career. Since 2004, the European Pain Federation EFIC®, in partnership with Grünenthal, has supported many research projects in the...
Behind the Scenes of EFIC 2019 Congress – updates on the Scientific Program
As you know, from September 4 to 7 2019 the 11th Congress of the European Pain Federation EFIC will take place in Valencia. The theme of the Congress is “Bringing the Future to the Present”. This theme is also very fitting for the more than two years of work that go...
