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🚀 Norway's health and life science sector is set for a major boost with a new national export initiative aimed at showcasing the country's innovative healthcare solutions globally. This game-changing program unites government, industry, and academia, showcasing cutting-edge advancements in precision medicine, digital health, and more. Innovation Norway is responsible for implementing some of the measures, including joint marketing activities and brand building. ‘Norway has world-class health research and a young, ambitious health industry. This offers enormous growth potential, which we look forward to strengthening in close collaboration with the industry,’ says Håkon Haugli, CEO of Innovation Norway. 💡💊 Curious about how this initiative will boost the economy and improve global health outcomes? Dive into the full article for all the details: https://ow.ly/PpzQ50TAZvb #teamnorway #health #lifescience #healthinnovation

It was weird in a good way to bare my soul to Zat Astha who is dogged in getting to the 'Why' or one's 'True North'. In this interview published in The Peak Singapore, I shared the 'Why' behind AMILI and what continues to drive myself and my passionate colleagues. I had enjoyed a good run in strategy consulting with Oliver Wyman and before that in healthcare services with SingHealth and Fortis Healthcare which is now part of IHH Healthcare and was actually intending to slow down, but it was not to be! The 'quiet life' of a part-time academic role in National University of Singapore, sitting on some boards and some advisory was disrupted by our decision to set AMILI up. As I joked with a class in Singapore Management University earlier today, a mix of mid-life crisis and middle-aged hubris led to AMILI ("How hard can it be?"). No regrets. I am much more convinced today than 5 years ago when we started that unlocking the secrets of the #microbiome will transform health and healthcare and equally convicted that we in #asia need to find our own way. 🤔 🤔 “At the end of 2018, I’d actually decided to retire,” Lim confesses, his voice hinting at a kind of wistful relief. He had spent years building a flourishing healthcare consulting practice. It was thriving, he was thriving, but he knew consulting was “a young person’s game.” After decades of late nights and frequent travel, Lim wondered, “Do I really want to keep doing this for the rest of my life?” The answer, ultimately, was no. After initially considering retirement or a quiet academic position at NUS, Lim’s conversation with his future co-founders led him to a new calling. Their message resonated: ‘If we don’t do this, no one else will.’ Today, Lim and his team at AMILI maintain Asia’s largest multi-ethnic microbiome database, aimed at understanding the unique needs of Southeast Asia’s diverse populations. Unlike many health technologies imported from the West, AMILI’s research focuses on people living in Southeast Asia — multi-ethnic populations whose microbiomes differ vastly from those in the West. As Lim points out, “Across regions, microbiomes differ significantly, which makes sense — people in tropical, rice-eating areas have different microbes compared to those in temperate, wheat-eating regions. Microbes evolve and adapt to the environment they’re in.” The uniqueness of our microbiomes is shaped by our diet, climate, and lifestyle, meaning that findings from Europe or America don’t necessarily apply here. Instead of asking, “Does Bulgarian yoghurt work for us?” Lim and his team focus on finding, “What is the equivalent of Bulgarian yoghurt for multi-ethnic Asia?” This kind of specificity — this precision — is what AMILI aims to offer. Jit Han Tan Shiang Chiet TAN Germaine Yong Kai Yee Toh edmund chan Clifford Tan Shweta Babbar Manu Swarup Harsh Rajpal Uten Lohachitpitaks Janet Kim Tommy Teo Willson Cuaca Dr Melvin Heng Markus Karner

🌊 THE CALM BEFORE THE NEXT WAVE... 💭 These past months have been a rollercoaster of milestones and quiet, unseen work. From launching MiMIAT Health here in Spain, expanding to Kenya - our first step into Africa - and presenting in front of the Bavarian Ministry of Health, each moment has felt like a wave pushing us further. Yet, behind all of this, there’s an "ocean" of effort, resilience, and teamwork that often goes unnoticed. ❤️ A huge, huge thanks to the incredible team behind MiMIAT: Eleni, Sofia Vigna, Florencia Luz Duarte, Aleksandra Dziadus, Paula, Carlota Aparicio Vazquez and now Larissa Milani! Each one of them brings their unique skills, dedication, and passion to the table, making this journey possible. Without them, MiMIAT wouldn’t be where it is today, and without them, this mission simply wouldn’t make sense. ✨ Sitting here at Norrsken Barcelona, a place that feels like home, it’s moments like this that allow me to pause and breathe. The amazing view may be calming, but it’s the incredible staff and fellow colleagues who make this space one of reconnection and inspiration. These pauses remind me why we keep going and what lies ahead: the next wave of work, challenges, and mainly... social impact. 🍀 The journey continues, and the next wave is already forming. What’s been your “calm before the wave”? How do you find moments to reflect before diving into what’s next? #founderjourney #mimiat #mimiathealth #healthtech #gratitude #socialimpact #NorrskenBarcelona

💡 Insightful panel discussion by Dr. Dr Omar Najim MBChB MRCS DOHNS MSc on the intersection of Saving Lives and Growing Economy, hosted at the esteemed #EuropeanEconomicCongress in #katowice #poland Dr. Najim delved into the profound impact of recent global events, particularly the #pandemic and #geopolitical instability and their impact on investment in innovation in Life Science and Health, and calling to intensify international cooperation not only to tackle these challenges but also to ignite #EconomicGrowth for People, Planet and profit 🌱 #HealthcareInnovation #EconomicGrowth #InvestmentOpportunities #abudhabi  #uae

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Spotlight: Camila A. Kairuz Camila is Colombia and she is a Research Associate and a PHD Candidate for Guunu-maana (Heal). 📺 What's your favourite book or tv show? I don’t really watch much tv, but I find the big bang theory very funny. 💖 What are your loves outside of work? I love being out in nature, going for a bush walk or to the beach are things that I love to do. Besides that, spending time with family and friends. 👀 What is one thing you are really good at and one thing you struggle with? I am really good with kids and animals, they are usually drawn to me. I really struggle with speaking in public, especially oral presentations in front of big crowds. 💻 What made you want to join the Guunu-maana(Heal) Team? There are many reasons. Probably the main one is because of Guunu-maana’s health approach, which is different from the dominant biomedical system. I was trained as a medical doctor with a Master of Public Health, and all my education was based on a Western biomedical health paradigm only. I could see that the current system, based only on biomedical paradigms, has many gaps and is unable to bridge health inequities. When I met the Guunu-maana team, I got the opportunity to see health from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health paradigm perspective that is more holistic, grass-roots-based, and has a very different approach to healthcare and health research. I was absolutely drawn to this knowledge and approach and wanted to become part of the team to keep learning and contribute to their work. #guunumaana #alwayswasalwayswillbe #aboriginalhealth

🚀 Tampere Region Researchers and Nuanic Shaping the Future Together Yesterday, during Nuanic’s Tampere Region Research Day at our new headquarters in the heart of Tampere University campus Hervanta, Kampusareena, Henna Salonius, Nuanic’s COO, presented on measuring electrodermal activity (EDA) for the early detection and prevention of burnout. Key highlights from the presentation include: 💫 Burnout and work engagement are both linked to electrodermal activity (EDA). 💫 As expected, both burnout and high work engagement were identified as states of high arousal. Interestingly, prolonged high engagement may also present health risks. 💫 EDA measurements, along with brief surveys assessing emotional valence (EV), show promise as tools for objectively measuring and supporting workplace well-being. More details available in the preprint https://lnkd.in/dRB5Vm7f #EDA #innovation #research #wellbeing #burnout

🌟 Reflecting on a Remarkable Experience: The 1st Cluster Meeting for Poland, Czechia, and Slovakia 🌟 📌Last days, the beautiful city of Wisła in Poland hosted our inaugural Cluster Meeting in Wisła, Poland. The event was centered around a compelling theme: ONE TEAM.🤝 📌The motto ONE TEAM wasn't just a slogan; it was a guiding principle that infused every part of our gathering. From insightful discussions and workshops to engaging team-building activities, we demonstrated our collective energy and teamwork spirit. This event reaffirmed that together, we are not only more innovative but also more resilient and capable of achieving great things. 📌We delved deep into conversations about the complexities of rare diseases, shared innovations, and discussed the unique healthcare environments and market access challenges in 🇵🇱Poland, 🇨🇿Czechia, and 🇸🇰Slovakia. These discussions were fruitful and highlighted both our similarities and differences. ✅The true value came from strengthening our relationships and embracing our ONE TEAM approach. We firmly believe this unity will further empower us to better fulfill our company mission – transforming the lives of individuals with rare and debilitating diseases. Together, we are stronger. Together, we are ONE TEAM. This is the Sobi way.💪 #SobiCEE #rarestrength

❗ Let’s meet ANATOLIKI S.A. ! |Anatoliki S.A. is an Organisation for Local Development that plays a crucial role in accelerating the implementation of strategic plans. The organization aims to raise the sustainability in the Region of Central Macedonia and the Municipalities of Eastern Thessaloniki in particular, aligning with international initiatives. It operates in the following axes: -Environment and infrastructure Energy⚡ -Sustainable mobility -Local Government Technical Support 📝 -Environmental education 📚 -Counseling support for school communities -Entrepreneurship-Employment -Social economy 📈 -Circular economy 🌍 -Sustainable Tourism -Agricultural development 🌾 -Promoting innovation and new technologies 🌊 ANATOLIKH S.A. is the Lead Partner of the MedSeaRise project. The organization will leverage on its technical and scientific expertise to ensure proper management, coordination, and the broad dissemination of the project’s achievements and results to stakeholders across Greece and internationally . Stay tuned for more updates! 🎯 For more click here: https://anatoliki.gr/home/ #MedSeaRise #NaturalHeritageMission #Mediterranean #InterregEuroMED #EU #stakeholders #casestudy #sealevelrise

🌍 Why is Dr.Guido not just a business investment, but also a crucial social investment? DrGuido offers more than just a technological solution – it provides vital first-step medical support in developing countries where healthcare infrastructure is often lacking. In regions with limited access to doctors and healthcare services, DrGuido becomes a reliable informative gateway to medical assistance. We are receiving significant interest from South America, South Africa, and parts of Asia, where local authorities and organizations see DrGuido as an opportunity to offer a virtual doctor to low-income populations and those facing challenges in accessing healthcare services. This initiative also helps to alleviate the shortage of medical professionals in these areas. By investing in DrGuido, you are not only supporting an innovative tech solution but contributing to global health equity and making a real difference in underserved communities. Meet DrGuido at the upcoming Web Summit in Lisbon! https://lnkd.in/dq75s-Tv #SocialImpact #AIHealthcare #DrGuidoAI #GlobalHealth #TechForGood #HealthcareInnovation #BusinessWithPurpose