That Human Touch - Health Innovation in (West) Sweden
Jamie Smith
This podcast showcases some of the cool things happening in (West) Sweden - and the amazing people making them happen. It's about life science, health innovatio...
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of digital health—where data, AI, and groundbreaking technology are transforming patient care and medical research.Jamie is joined by Jonathan Converse, Project Manager at Chalmers Industriteknik and Head of the Digital Health Arena in GoCo Health Innovation City.Jonathan is at the forefront of data-driven innovation in life sciences, helping to shape the future of healthcare by bridging the gap between technology, industry, research and patients.We’ll be discussing what the Digital Health Arena is, what the development plans are and why is it so important for the future of life sciences in Gothenburg, Sweden, and Europe?We'll also explore how digital health is revolutionizing medicine, the biggest challenges and opportunities in this space, and what the future holds for AI, data, and patient-centric innovation.So, whether you're a healthcare professional, entrepreneur, researcher, patient or just curious about the future of digital health—stay tuned for an insightful conversation with Jonathan Converse!Learn more:Digital Health ArenaDigital Health BeatsProducer & host: Jamie SmithAV, creative & socials: Nils Björquist, Carl Jirestedt & Ella Smith
Moa Dicksdotter is the Community Manager at GoCo Health Innovation City. Moa is instrumental in fostering a vibrant and collaborative environment at GoCo, an exciting new hub for life science innovation.With a strong focus on corporate relations and site activation, Moa ensures that researchers, industry professionals and academics can come together to collaborate and drive forward-thinking solutions that meet future health challenges.She works diligently on social structures and marketing communications to enhance the attractiveness and functionality of the GoCo ecosystem. Jamie spoke with Moa at the recent GoCo Open House at GoCo Health Innovation City about her insights and experiences in building this unique innovation community.
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Björn Wikhamn - what makes a successful innovation environment?
Björn Wikhamn was our first drop-in pod guest at the recent GoCo Open House at GoCo Health Innovation City.Björn is a professor of management and organization at the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg. His research interests primarily lie in the organization of innovation processes across organizational boundaries.In this "no-planning-no-preparation" interview, Björn talked with Jamie about subjects including the criteria needed for successful innovation environments, AstraZeneca's BioVentureHub as a pioneering example of open innovation and whether or not innovation professors get to be innovative themselves.Björn is also academically responsible for Matix – Management of Growth, a master's course in Business Administration focused on innovation, strategy, business development, change management, and sustainable leadership.
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Iris Öhrn, Christian Borg & Petter Björquist - seven life science trends 2024
In this episode, we delve into the cutting-edge of life sciences with a special focus on Business Region Göteborg's seven life science trends 2024.Joining Jamie are Iris Öhrn and Christian Borg from Business Region Göteborg, and Petter Björquist, CEO of Verigraft.Together, we'll explore the context for the development ofthe seven key trends, how they are being applied and how they are shaping the future of healthcare not only in Gothenburg, but also globally.We also discuss the development of the life science sectorin the region.Links Seven life science trends 2024 Sju life science-trender 2024
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Jeanette Edblad - Sweden's life science strategy
Jeanette Edblad is Head of the Swedish Government’s Life Science Office. She is at the forefront of updating the national life science strategy for Sweden, aimed at addressing current challenges and setting the path for future innovations in life science.Jeanette joins us on the line from the Government Offices in Sweden to discuss: Progress on the updated life science strategy, Reflections on her recent visit to Gothenburg. How West Sweden can contribute to the success of the life science strategy
Om That Human Touch - Health Innovation in (West) Sweden
This podcast showcases some of the cool things happening in (West) Sweden - and the amazing people making them happen. It's about life science, health innovation and that special human touch.
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