At the IGTP TODAY
IGTP has received grants for six research projects in two calls from the Spanish Research Agency, under the State Plan for Scientific and Technical Research and Innovation 2021-2023.
Researchers at IGTP and HUGTiP have reinforced their leading role in infectious disease research by characterising and developing a new study model using Drosophila, which will enable the evaluation of various infectious agents.
To mark World Diabetes Day and as part of the IA4T2D project, the GCAT|Genomes for Life team at Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) has conducted interviews with leading scientists in the field of diabetes. Each expert shared valuable insights into the causes, challenges, and potential solutions for managing and preventing this widespread disease.
Jordi Barretina, director of the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP), and Júlia Garcia, scientific director, participated in The Gate Pro sessions at The Gate festival, organised by the Èpica Foundation of La Fura dels Baus, held on 28 and 29 October at its venue at the Port of Badalona. The event brought together experts from diverse fields, including supercomputing, philosophy, and health research, to discuss key topics like health, education, and technology.
Debios Diagnostics aims to improve diagnostics for diseases of the urinary and reproductive systems through non-invasive testing, while HealthTech Innovations S.L. seeks to enhance operating room efficiency and safety by integrating advanced technology that supports nursing staff and optimises sterilisation processes.
IGTP has held an event to share resources, perspectives, and advancements as a centre linked to EATRIS, with a special focus on patient involvement in biomedical research.
Researchers from five Catalan research centres have collaborated on a large-scale genetic study, identifying genetic loci and therapeutic targets that could reduce cardiovascular risk by modulating blood metabolites.
Advanced therapies and precision medicine, artificial intelligence applied to respiratory diseases, the importance of networking, or the challenges of social care and ageing in the field of research were some of the topics discussed during the 15th edition. The ICS Research Awards were also presented during the event, with the majority being awarded to female researchers this year.
The Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities (MICIU) has awarded €1.7 million, and the European Commission an additional €466,000, to support the development of a gene therapy for Friedreich's ataxia by Biointaxis, a spin-off from IGTP.
The second CARE Workshop, held on 9-10 October, brought together more than 70 researchers from across the cancer research community at the Can Ruti Biomedical Campus for two days of scientific exchange. The event served as a platform for sharing the current cancer research being developed on the Campus and fostering stronger connections among researchers.
