Serono Symposia is a world-wide independent organization dedicated to promoting scientific and clinical education for scientists, researchers, physicians, allied health professionals and consumers. The mission of the organization is to identify significant advances in medicine and science, and provide forums for the discussion and dissemination of important research, diagnostic and treatment techniques, and the social and psychological issues associated with such research and treatment.

All Serono Symposia programs are organized solely to promote the exchange and dissemination of scientific and medical information. No forms of promotional activities are permitted. There may be presentations discussing investigational uses of various products. These views are the responsibility of the named speakers, and do not represent an endorsement or recommendation on the part of Serono Symposia.