Advanced biomaterials in medicine: research, innovation and opportunities
Today, the Podbreznik Business Incubator hosted a scientific panel entitled "From Lab to Life: Advanced Medical Materials". The event was organised by the Rudolfovo Institute - Science and Technology Centre Novo mesto and the Development Centre Novo mesto. The consultation highlighted the latest research and technologies in the field of advanced medical materials.
The event offered an insight into the whole process - from research to technology transfer and commercialisation. In their opening remarks, Prof. Dr. Simon Muhič, Chairman of the Scientific Council of Rudolfovo and Simon Jeraj from the Novo mesto Development Centre stressed the importance of collaboration between research institutes, industry and the business support environment in the development of advanced materials or startups that can radically transform healthcare.
Advanced materials and technology transfer were at the heart of the discussion. The Knowledge and Technology Transfer Office at Rudolfovo, headed by Associate Professor Dr Ana Hafner, plays a key role in identifying potential innovations generated during research processes and in ensuring their commercialisation. Materials such as nanomaterials, high-performance composites, smart materials and biomaterials are at the forefront of global research due to their unique properties and potential applications in a variety of industries including aerospace, healthcare, electronics and energy.
In his lecture, Prof. Dr Igor Drstvenšek from the University of Maribor highlighted the tremendous opportunities that biomaterials bring to healthcare: "Biodegradable alloys in orthopaedic practice can help to reduce complications, shorten rehabilitation procedures and consequently reduce the cost of treatment."
Dr. Hanuma Reddy Tiyyagura, a researcher at Rudolfovo, stressed the importance of translating research into industrial practice: "Our goal is to ensure that advanced research does not just stay in the laboratory, but is translated into solutions that directly benefit patients around the world."
The event also highlighted the opportunities for start-ups. Technologies developed in the context of advanced research represent a great potential for young companies, whose innovative approach can develop new products for niche markets. The successful case of DENTAS d.o.o., which uses advanced biomaterials and 3D printers to produce medical implants, was presented at the event. This approach allows them to grow rapidly and gain a competitive advantage in the market.
Discussions at the event showed that advanced biomaterials represent a huge potential for the sustainable development of healthcare services and are key to the future of modern medicine.
Press information: Katja Sinur, e-mail: katja.sinur@rudolfovo.eu, 040 320 516.
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