THE AGENDA

In keynotes, panel discussions and short presentations, we will gain insights into pioneering life science technologies, discuss their potential, and explore their transformative impact. 

In addition to expert input, there will be ample opportunity to establish and deepen connections with key decision makers in B2B discussions. 

The event will also include tours of some of the most interesting locations in the Medical Science City.  

The following questions and their respective answers will be addressed together:

  • What are the most thrilling new developments in healthtech?
  • Which new trends are we looking forward to?
  • What’s in store for healthtech?
  • What new opportunities might Styria, as a thriving hub for life sciences, bring to the table in this regard?  

AGENDA DAY 1

  •  Warm welcome
  • Quick & easy registration for the event
  • Snacks and refreshments

With Manfred Knye

With 

Gerald Sendlhofer – Med Uni Graz

Maria Smolle – Med Uni Graz
Lucas Pflanzl-Knizacek – KAGES
Markus Gugatschka – Med Uni Graz

AGENDA DAY 2

Enjoy a short coffee break & inspiring talks.

In five parallel tours, we will to give you a unique insight into the special ecosystem and infrastructure of the Medical Science City of Graz.

Please note that you must check the tour you chose in your personal agenda if you wish to participate, as we can only accommodate a limited number of participants. Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

TOUR 1: UNDERGROUND & ABOVE
Michael Kazianschütz (KAGes)
Underground & above ground tour from the tunnel system to the heliport. Enjoy the incredible view of the largest hospital complex in Europe from above and learn facts & figures from the premier Styrian hospital operator.

TOUR 2: BIOBANK TOUR
Sabrina Kral & Sarah Frajuk (Biobank) % Pablo Zardoya (Human.technology Styria)
Biobank tour to one of the world’s largest biosample collections at the European and Austrian headquarters of biobanking in Graz at the ZWT – Center for Knowledge & Technology Transfer in Medicine.

TOUR 3: LAB TOUR JOANNEUM RESEARCH
Thomas Birngruber & Lars Kamolz (JR Health & Coremed)
One of the largest private research institutions in Austria – Joanneum Research –- invites you to an exciting lab tour at the ZWT – Center for Knowledge & Technology Transfer in Medicine.

TOUR 4: GMP-Facilities at the Blood Centre Graz
Konrad Rosskopf, Univ. Klinik f. Blutgruppenserologie u. Transfusionsmedizin
The tour will give you insights into the unique Austrian infrastructure for state of the art manufacturing of blood, cells and tissues as well as investigational new drugs (e.g. ATMPs).

TOUR 5: Bones & Skin
Niels Hammer (Anatomy Medical University of Graz)
Bones & Skin tour at the recently opened new Anatomy Institute of the Medical University of Graz. Gain insights into the excellent infrastructure of Europe’s leading anatomy department, which is open for industrial cooperation. The impressive architectural setting will not disappoint!