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Science storytelling recognised at Cannes

ECTRIMS Short Film by Congrex Honoured at Cannes Awards

01 Dec 2025 | Frank M. Waechter

A short film created by Congrex Switzerland for ECTRIMS has been recognised at the Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards – celebrating four decades of scientific progress and the power of community.

Composite image featuring stills from the ECTRIMS short film, including archival research scenes, interviews and historical artefacts, alongside a Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards finalist certificate highlighting the film’s recognition.
Composite image featuring stills from the ECTRIMS short film, including archival research scenes, interviews and historical artefacts, alongside a Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards finalist certificate highlighting the film’s recognition.

We are proud to share that the short film “What is ECTRIMS?”, created by Congrex Switzerland for ECTRIMS, has been honoured at the Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards.

The film premiered during the Opening Session of ECTRIMS 2024 and traces four decades of scientific progress in multiple sclerosis research – from the pioneering vision of Professor Otto R. Hommes to today’s global ECTRIMS community.

Developed over nine months by our Senior Marketing & Communications Manager Naomi Smith, the project combined in-depth historical research, interviews across Europe and a carefully crafted visual narrative to bring the story of ECTRIMS to life.

This recognition highlights the power of storytelling in science and the role of strategic communication in connecting people, research and progress.

Click here to watch the film

Credits
Produced by Congrex Switzerland Ltd.
Directed by La Vie Est Un Film

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