Global healthcare has seen remarkable advancements, largely driven by medical technology innovations. Yet, the sector still faces major challenges, such as increased chronic diseases, rising healthcare costs, and a shortage of healthcare workers. Moreover, the current climate crisis adds another risk to public health, underscoring the need for urgent and innovative solutions.
The TechMed Centre at the University of Twente is dedicated to tackling these challenges. With a strong emphasis on sustainable and personalized care, bolstered by technology and collaborations such as with the innovation cluster MedTech Twente, the TechMed Centre has emerged as an international leader over the past five years. We build on lessons from the past and are committed to developing groundbreaking solutions for the future.
Improving Healthcare through Innovation and Collaboration
On Wednesday 6 November, the TechMed Centre, will host the sixth edition of the annual TechMed Event. Leading stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, companies, administrators, researchers, investors, talented students and policymakers, will come together to inspire each other, reflect on the past years, and provide a platform for future-oriented challenges. The TechMed Centre promotes interdisciplinary collaboration to share knowledge, drive innovation, and create a roadmap for a sustainable future in healthcare.
What to expect at the TechMed Event
Be inspired by the keynote lecture by Kylle Jordan, who will share her experiences in establishing large-scale public-private partnerships between the Mayo Clinic, knowledge institutions, regional governments and industry. Discover an inspiring event full of fascinating discussions and innovative insights! Want to keep up to date with the latest medical and technological breakthroughs? Then be sure not to miss the sessions on advanced chip technology, sensing and imaging, data for health improvement, staffing shortage solutions, sustainability of MedTech devices, animal-free innovation and technology for human drug research. These sessions offer a unique opportunity to learn about the latest trends and developments shaping the future. Additionally, you can gain a glimpse into the future through our inspiring demo tours, participate in engaging matchmaking activities, and enjoy guided tours of our facilities.
MedTech Twente Week
The TechMed Event is part of the MedTech Twente Week, which takes place on 5 and 6 November in Enschede, as the annual highlight of MedTech Twente. MedTech Twente is the innovation cluster where medical technology is accelerating. Here, industry and healthcare institutions collaborate closely with researchers from the knowledge institutes to come up with innovations for tomorrow's healthcare.
