Dr Carlos Rodrigo Gonzalo de Liria has been appointed new president of Amics de Can Ruti
Dr Rodrigo will lead the sponsorship program at the Can Ruti Campus with the goal of boosting support for research and medical assistance.
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IGTP brings science closer to primary school students in Badalona
Researchers from IGTP have taken part in the 2nd Street Science Fair of ESO with a STEAM focus, Together with students from eight secondary schools and other research centres and companies, they have showed scientific concepts to fifth-grade students in Badalona through various workshops.
First cardiac bioimplants for the treatment of patients with myocardial infarction using umbilical cord stem cells
The results of a pioneering study by IGTP and BST support the safety of the bioimplants called PeriCord, made from stem cells of the umbilical cord and pericardium from a tissue donor, which aid in the regeneration and revascularisation of the affected area.
Screening high-risk groups for tuberculosis in low-incidence countries: a cost-effective strategy
A study led by researchers from IGTP, in collaboration with health economics experts from Can Ruti, UPF, and Agència de Salut Pública de Barcelona, offers new recommendations for optimising tuberculosis screening programmes in low-incidence countries. Published in the journal Eurosurveillance, this work reviews various studies to determine if these programmes targeting higher-risk groups are economically effective.
Innomed programme kicks off
The Innomed programme has been launched with the ambition of transforming the landscape of health innovation at the Can Ruti Campus, creating synergies between the public and private sectors. With a structured approach around three key axes - nurturing the culture of innovation, fostering project incubation, and facilitating cross-sector collaboration - Innomed aims to turn knowledge into action to achieve tangible impact on the healthcare community.
Can Ruti celebrates a Rare Disease Day symposium highlighting the importance of research to help patients
On Thursday 29 February, the Germans Trias Hospital hosted the 'International Rare Disease Day Symposium'. Health professionals and researchers from the Hospital and IGTP discussed their work in advancing the field of rare diseases. Representatives from patient associations of these diseases also participated.
The podcast 'Un bri de ciència' addresses neuromuscular diseases on World Rare Disease Day
Coinciding with World Rare Disease Day, IGTP launches a new episode of its podcast 'Un bri de ciència'. Researcher Gisela Nogales discusses her projects on neuromuscular diseases and emphasises her commitment to supporting patients and providing solutions.
Can Ruti addresses current advances and challenges in female leadership in science
For the sixth consecutive year and in honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the Can Ruti Working Group Women for Equity in Science (formerly known as Women in Science) organised a symposium to reflect on the status of women in science. The event was held yesterday, 8 February, at the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) and was attended by over a hundred people in person and online. It focused on "Women and Leadership in Science".
The Innomed programme is launched to boost health innovation
Institutions in and around the Can Ruti Campus have come together to develop Innomed, a programme aimed at sharing skills, knowledge, and resources to boost innovation. The initiative has recently received support from the ITEMAS platform.
A year in review: 2023 highlights at IGTP
In 2023, the IGTP has continued to make significant strides in its mission. Here, we review the year's top news stories, reflecting the persistent drive and collaborative spirit that underpin this institution.
