Exploring the Future of Healthcare: Insights from Web Summit 2024
Greetings, Digital Health Portugal community!
At the crossroads of healthcare and technology, exciting breakthroughs await us. During my recent participation as a Media Guest at Web Summit 2024, I had the privilege of sitting down with Clemens Utschig, CTO of Boehringer Ingelheim, and Michael Kühnapfel, a seasoned PR manager, for an exclusive interview. Together, we explored the transformative power of enterprise architecture, quantum computing, and innovative leadership in shaping the future of healthcare.
A Hub of Inspiration at Web Summit 2024
Web Summit has always been a melting pot of ideas, and this year was no different. Clemens captured the essence of the event perfectly:
"You see founders, investors, and passionate professionals bringing great new ideas on healthcare and beyond. It’s about being inspired by people and technologies from across the globe."
Quantum Computing: A Game Changer for Healthcare
In our discussion, Clemens delved into his role as a speaker, sharing groundbreaking insights into the potential of quantum computing for healthcare. Boehringer Ingelheim is investing heavily in this frontier, with a dedicated quantum computing lab and collaborations with industry leaders like Google Quantum AI and academic institutions such as the University of Toronto.
The goal?
“To calculate more and approximate less,” Clemens explained, highlighting the ambition to gain deeper insights into molecular structures to accelerate drug discovery and improve chronic disease management.
A Culture of Sustainable Innovation
Boehringer Ingelheim’s unique structure as a privately owned, family-run company allows for a long-term, sustainable approach to innovation. Michael Kühnapfel emphasized how this independence fuels a culture of deep-tech research, unburdened by short-term market pressures.
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“We think in generations,” Clemens added, underscoring the company’s commitment to solutions that benefit both present and future healthcare needs.
Collaboration as the Key to Progress
Clemens, a self-proclaimed “collaboration architect,” stressed the importance of partnerships in driving innovation. Whether it’s through advising startups or working with academic and industry leaders, his team embraces the mantra:
“One plus one is more than two.”
What’s Next?
This interview only scratched the surface of the exciting developments at the intersection of healthcare and quantum computing. Stay tuned for a more in-depth conversation with Clemens, where we’ll reflect on his Web Summit experience, delve deeper into what inspired him, and explore the future of quantum computing in healthcare.
Closing Thoughts
As technology reshapes the healthcare landscape, platforms like Digital Health Portugal play a crucial role in fostering dialogue and collaboration. Together, we can harness these innovations to improve health outcomes globally.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Until next time, stay curious and keep innovating!
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