From Curiosity to Discovery and Innovation: The Path of Ecuador's First Patent in Regenerative Medicine
Andrés Caicedo, Ph.D. – USFQ Discovery, invention and innovation are interconnected and depend on each other to become reality. These three elements arise from curiosity, non-conformity, criticism and the great creativity of the human spirit. Since its origins, human beings have embodied a great motivation to know the […]
Precision medicine: reality, advances and future
Dr. Fausto Zaruma – Dean of the Faculty of Chemical Sciences University of Cuenca Precision medicine (PM) is an innovative medical approach that uses information about a person's genomic, environmental and lifestyle (epigenetic) characteristics to guide the making decisions related to your medical care. From this […]
Precision Medicine.
Dr. César Paz-y-Miño. – UTE University. genetica_medica@cesarpazymino.com Precision Medicine, also known as personalized medicine, represents a fundamental change in the way health is approached. By recognizing the uniqueness of each individual and the need for personalized treatments, you achieve optimal results. This approach involves considering the genetic and population components of […]
Technological Surveillance in Precision Medicine
Technological surveillance in the field of precision medicine is crucial, not only to identify and monitor the most recent advances, but also to evaluate opportunities and challenges in Research, Development and Innovation (R&D&I) processes. Given that precision medicine has direct and significant applications in health, it is […]
Academic and Investigative Surveillance in Precision Medicine
Scientific research constitutes the first step in the technological development process: in the case of precision medicine, they establish the foundations for innovations that can transform medical practice. Precision medicine considers individual variability in genes, environment and lifestyle, and is expected to transform healthcare […]
Commercial and Competitive Surveillance in Precision Medicine
In the technology transfer process, after analyzing the state of the art, it is crucial to study the commercial state. This market study allows us to understand the commercial viability of new technologies, identify potential market segments and evaluate existing competition. In addition, it provides a comprehensive vision that complements the technical evaluation, ensuring that the […]
Regulatory and Environmental Surveillance in Precision Medicine
Environmental monitoring in precision medicine focuses on monitoring and analyzing factors such as political, regulatory and legal changes that affect the research, production and distribution of personalized treatments. This approach seeks to maximize the benefits of personalized medicine, mitigate risks, and promote equitable access to high-quality medical care […]
