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Step into the World of Medical Technology

Have you ever wondered how technology helps make surgeries more precise, detect diseases earlier, or speed up recovery? At the TechMed Centre, scientists, doctors, business relations and engineers work daily on smart innovations that improve healthcare. And now, you have the chance to experience it up close! During this event, we’ll take you on a journey through the fascinating world of medical technology. Discover how robots assist surgeons, how virtual reality is used in rehabilitation, and how smart sensors can monitor your health. Walk through the labs, watch live demonstrations, and ask the experts all your questions. Whether you're curious about the latest innovations, work in healthcare, or simply want to see what the future holds, everyone is welcome. Join us and be amazed by the breakthroughs that are making healthcare smarter, better, and more human. 
This is the pre-programme for the double inaugural lecture of Prof. Dr. Maroeska Rovers (BMS; Evidence-based Medical Technology & Innovation) and Prof. Dr. Jouke Tamsma (S&T; Principles of Technical Medicine in Clinical Practice).

General information
  • Date: 22 May 2025
  • Time: 13.00 - 14.45
  • Location: TechMed Centre, on the campus of the University of Twente | Route & Adres
  • Language: NL & English
Pre-programme for the inaugural lecture: Technology that people understand

This event serves as the pre-programme for the double inaugural lecture of Prof.Dr. Maroeska Rovers (BMS; Evidence-based Medical Technology & Innovation) and Prof.Dr Jouke Tamsma (TNW; Principles of Technical Medicine in Clinical Practice), which will take place at 16:00 in the Waaier. We welcome you from 15:00 for a coffee reception, followed by the main programme. It’s the perfect opportunity to get into the spirit of the lecture and discover more about innovations in medical technology.

Read more and register here (in Dutch)

Day programme

13.00 - 14.45

TechMed Centre Experience

TechMed Centre

14.45 - 15.00

Free time to walk to the Waaier

Waaier 

15.00 - 16.00

Welcome drinks Double Inaugural lecture of Prof.Dr. Maroeska Rovers & Prof.Dr. Jouke Tamsma

Waaier 

16.00 - 17.00

Double Inaugural lecture of Prof.Dr. Maroeska Rovers & Prof.dr. Jouke Tamsma

Waaier 2

17.00 - 20.00

Drinks and congratulatory moment (Buffet starting at 18:30)

TechMed Centre

Discover Medical Technology Your Way

At this event, you decide how you want to explore the world of medical technology. The program is open-ended, meaning you can arrive at any time and freely walk around to visit various activities. Discover the latest innovations, watch fascinating demonstrations, and engage with experts – all at your own pace. In addition, there are scheduled workshops at specific times where you can dive deeper into specialized topics and technologies. Prefer a guided experience? Join one of the planned tours, which will take you through the main highlights of the event. Of course, there’s also space to take a break. Coffee, tea, and flavored water are available throughout the day, so you can relax and fully enjoy everything the TechMed Centre has to offer. Choose your path, explore what interests you, and get inspired by the future of healthcare!

Are you curious about what the TechMed Centre looks like? Take a virtual tour of the beautiful building and explore the various educational and research facilities. Make it even more interactive by experiencing it through a VR headset.

The stations

We are currently finalizing the details of each station, and more information will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates.

Registration

Would you like to join this pre-programme and ass wel for the Inaugural lecture of Prof.Dr. Maroeska Rovers and Prof.Dr. Jouke Tamsma? Register for free via the link below. This link will take you to the registration page for both activities. Please note: Participation in this pre-program is optional, but we do expect you to attend if you register. This is to ensure we can arrange the catering and demos according to the number of participants.

Register here (for 1 or both activities)
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