Deputy Executive Director of AMADA, Rufat Efendiyev, attended the meeting of the Scientific Advisory Group of the Council of Europe’s Anti-Doping Convention in Paris, France.
Idman.biz reports that the event, held at the Council of Europe office, brought together representatives of national anti-doping organizations from more than 10 countries and representatives of laboratories accredited by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to determine scientific priorities for 2025–2027.
The agenda included reviewing the Group’s priority areas, the results of a recent survey, and discussions on an action plan.
Within the framework of the meeting, discussions were also held on providing scientific input into the new World Anti-Doping Code and International Standards that will enter into force in 2027, updates related to laboratories, technical documents, and key changes planned for the next Code reform cycle. Preparations for the “International Conference on Prohibited Substances,” to be held in 2026 in cooperation with the MEDICRIME Convention, were also a focal point.
The event concluded with a session on coordinating investigations, featuring the presentation of new tools, including the “Dynamic Anti-Doping Investigation Panel” and other instruments.
The meeting reaffirmed the importance of evidence-based policies to protect clean sport in Europe and ensure public health.
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