| Drug development, testing and approval takes years and millions of euros, but, thanks to in silico technologies, we can make this process faster, cheaper and safer for both humans and animals. Listen to the new episode of The Digital Twin Theory podcast with Francesco Pappalardo, Professor of Computer Science at the University of Catania.
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On 21 May 2024, the Council approved the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). The AI legislation follows a ‘risk-based’ approach, with stricter rules for higher-risk applications. It aims to foster safe, trustworthy AI in the EU, respect fundamental rights and support research.
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The leaked draft conclusions emphasise strengthening the European Health Union by addressing priority healthcare needs, enhancing healthcare innovation, improving workforce strategies, and leveraging digital technologies and data for better healthcare outcomes.
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On 18 June 2024, the Hungarian Presidency unveiled its programme under the slogan "Make Europe Great Again" outlining its priorities.
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| | | A French multidisciplinary team developed a digital twin model of blood circulation, predicting liver failure risks with personalised pre-operative insights. Tested on 47 patients, the model accurately matched real blood pressure data, offering surgeons a vital tool to improve outcomes and avoid risky surgeries. |
| The VPH2024 conference registration is now open and foresees a 100€ discount for VPHi members! Not a member yet? Join now!
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CELEBRATING PETER HUNTER
Peter Hunter is a world leader in computer modelling of the human physiome. His research work focused on modelling many aspects of the human body. Among his many achievements, he is known to be the father of the International Physiome Project, but he also contributed to the creation of the VPHi as a founding member to then serve as a president for multiple mandates. |
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The Health Technology Assessment International (HTAi) Annual Meeting is a key international gathering of many stakeholders: researchers, government agencies, policymakers, industry, academia, health service providers, health economists, and patients. The meeting's goal is to share information and best practices on cutting-edge technologies and system development, with a focus on their impact on patient care.
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Click here to read some interesting recently published papers from our community. If you have published an article in the field of in silico medicine, send it to us: we will include it in this section of the newsletter!
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| YOUNG SCIENTISTS COMMITTEE |
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Recordings of the talk are available now on YouTube Watch it now!
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Recordings of the talk are available now on YouTube Watch it now!
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New calls with deadlines in July Check them out!
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For VPHi student members selected for presentation at the VPHi Conference Deadline 31 July 2024!
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All VPHi student members bringing a poster to the VPH2024 Conference will be automatically considered
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On 5 Sept 2024 at lunchtime meet and network with senior members of the community and receive career advice and insights! Read more |
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4 - 6 Sept 2024, Stuttgart - Germany |
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15 - 16 Jul 2024, Amsterdam - The Netherlands Preliminary agenda now available! |
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1 - 5 Sep 2024, Stuttgart - Germany Submission deadlines: 15 July 2024
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1 - 4 Sept 2024, Heidelberg - Germany Registration now open!
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8 - 11 Sep 2024, Karlsruhe - Germany Early bird registration deadline: 1 Aug 2024
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12 - 14 Sep 2024, Freiburg im Breisgau - Germany Final deadline for abstract submission: 1 Aug 2024
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7 - 9 Oct 2024, Barcelona - Spain Registration deadline: 23 Sept 2024
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ARE YOU NOT A VPHi MEMBER YET? Join us |
| "The Virtual Physiological Human will revolutionise the way health knowledge is produced stored and managed as well as the way in which healthcare is currently delivered." European Commission |
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