In this Vital Health Podcast, recorded live at the 2024 Bio International Conference, host Duane Schulthess sits down with Niklas Blomberg, the Executive Director of the EU Innovative Health Initiative (IHI). Together, they delve into the transformative journey from the Innovative Medicines Initiative to the broader, more inclusive Innovative Health Initiative.

Niklas shares his perspectives on fostering collaboration between pharmaceuticals, medical technologies, and diagnostics while elaborating on the challenges and strategies for integrating diverse sectors in healthcare research.

Discover how IHI is breaking down silos and creating a collaborative platform that brings together regulators, industry players, and patient organizations. Nicholas also touches on the importance of comprehensive public healthcare systems, the role of SMEs in innovation, and the exciting projects on the horizon, including those addressing regulatory science and digital health.

Whether you are interested in public-private partnerships, healthcare innovation, or the future of medical research in Europe, this episode will provide valuable insights and forward-thinking ideas. It’s an engaging discussion with one of the leading voices in global health research.

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