Innovation and Artificial Intelligence: The Path from Research to Practice
26–27 March 2025 in person & online
21 Konsula iela, Rīga (lobby)
The Conference focuses on exploring trends and future developments in healthcare, showcasing advancements in medicine, role and necessity of innovations and the impact of Artificial Intelligence. The event will gather field experts and policy makers in both presentations and panel discussions and delve into topics of enhancing patient care and everyday lives through cutting-edge technology and innovations.
On 26 March, step into the Expo Zone @ RSU Pharmaceutical Education and Research Centre Lobby, 21 Konsula iela, Rīga and discover innovations that are shaping the future of healthcare. This dynamic space will showcase cutting-edge products and solutions from leading companies and startups like Longenesis, Castprint, DoctoWell, and others. Whether you're a conference attendee or just curious about the latest advancements, this is your chance to connect with pioneers transforming the industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience firsthand the technologies that could redefine healthcare—open to all, no matter which Research Week events you're attending. Come, explore, and be inspired!
Transforming Healthcare: The Role of Innovation in Shaping the Future
26 March, RSU Pharmaceutical Education and Research Centre Lobby, 21 Konsula iela, Rīga
The innovation section focuses on the transformative power of innovation in shaping the future of healthcare. This event will bring together leading experts, policymakers, and industry pioneers to explore the advancements in areas such as precision medicine, digital health, and patient-centred care. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, and insightful presentations, the event highlights the critical role of innovation in bridging the gap between research and practice, ultimately improving health outcomes and healthcare delivery. Attendees will gain valuable insights into current trends, innovation landscape and the collaborative efforts needed to drive progress in the medical field. Join us for an inspiring dialogue on how innovation is revolutionising healthcare and paving the way for a better future.
| All day - EXPO Zone Bdetect, DoctoWell, Longenesis, CastPrint, Fermentful | |
| Session I | |
| 9:00–9:05 | Welcoming remarks and an introduction to the day's agenda |
| 9:05–9:20 | Opening Speeches: Dins Šmits, RSU Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Jurģis Miezainis, Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Economics of Latvia Aiga Balode, Deputy State Secretary for Digitalisation and Change Management, Ministry of Health |
| 9:20–10:30 | Presentation: Transforming Tomorrow: Advancing Medical Innovations from Lab to Market Tamar Raz (Israel), PhD, Former CEO of Hadasit, Hadassah University Medical Center’s technology transfer and innovation company |
| 10:30–11:00 | Break |
| Session II | |
| 11:00–11:50 | Panel discussion: Exploring the Impact of Emerging Trends on Health Outcomes: Innovations Shaping the Future of Healthcare Participants: Aiga Balode, Deputy State Secretary for Digitalisation and Change Management, Ministry of Health Dins Šmits, RSU Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Lauris Vidzis, Chief Executive Officer, Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital Baiba Ziemele, Chair of the Board, Latvian Network of Patient Organizations Tamar Raz (Israel), PhD, Former CEO of Hadasit, Hadassah University Medical Center’s technology transfer and innovation company Thomas Höfer, Country Manager, Roche Diagnostics Baltics |
| 11:50–12:10 | Presentation: The Role of Government in Advancing Healthcare Innovation Raivis Bremšmits, Deputy State Secretary, Ministry of Economics |
| 12:10–12:30 | Presentation: Innovation Illusion: Rethinking Why Invest in Healthcare Sigvards Krongorns, Associate at Verge HealthTech Fund |
| 12:30–13:30 | Break |
| Session III: From the Lab Bench to Patient Lives. Keynote Speeches | |
| 13:30– 13:35 | Open call: EIT Jumpstarter, Luīze Madara Ziediņa, EIT Health RIS hub Latvia |
| 13:35– 13:40 | Open call: Deep Tech Atelier, Laura Kravinska, LIAA Senior Project Manager, Export and Innovation Services Department |
| 13:40– 14:00 | Barbara Vízhányó-Fogden (Hungary), EIT Health InnoStars Collaboration Lead |
| 14:00– 14:15 | Kristaps Kļaviņš, Representative of the Baltic Biomaterials Center of Excellence |
| 14:15– 14:30 | Aistė Jekabsone (Lithuania), EXOLITUS Chief Executive Officer |
| 14:30– 14:45 | Jeļena Koļesņikova, Viktorija Perepjolkina, RSU, Latvian Clinical Personality Test |
| 14:45– 15:00 | Andrii Shekhirev (Estonia), Co-Founder of Biocatalyst Foundation |
| 15:00–15:30 | Break |
| Session IV: Abstract Pitch Presentations and Hackathon Finals | |
| 15:30–16:00 | The Initial Version of the Depression Scale for Adolescents in Latvia Presenter: Zane Gulbe |
| Wireless Continuous Monitoring of Patient Vital Signs in Hospital Setting Presenter: Dr. Aelita Plinta | |
| Evaluating a Telemedicine-Integrated Workflow to Enhance Acute Ischemic Stroke Care: A Protocol for an Observational Multicenter Study Presenter: Dr. Guna Semjonova | |
| 16:00–17:30 | Hackathon presentations and awarding ceremony |
Poster presentations
Poster Screen #7, Cafeteria, RSU, 16 Dzirciema iela
| 10:30–10:40 | Implementation of 3D Scanning for Precise Calculation of Burn-Injured Body Areas Prof. Aivars Vētra |
| 10:40–10:50 | 3D Technologies in Custom Orthoses Creation for Acute Treatment in Hospital Settings Prof. Aivars Vētra |
| 10:50–11:00 | Latvian primary care physicians’ attitudes and intentions to use telemedicine in daily practice Dr. Rihards Lapsa |
- Digital Transformation in Healthcare
- Precision medicine
- Digital innovations
- Telemedicine
- Assoc. Prof. Dins Šmits, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, Rīga Stradiņš University
- Lauris Vidzis, Chief Executive Officer, Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital
- Baiba Ziemele, Chair of the Board, Latvian Network of Patient Organizations
- Antons Mislēvičs, Ph.D, Head of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at C.t.co.
Bridging the Gap: From AI Research to Real-World Impact
27 March, RSU Pharmaceutical Education and Research Centre Lobby, 21 Konsula iela, Rīga
The future of AI isn’t just about ideas—it’s about action. On March 27, leading minds from academia, industry, and government will come together to explore how artificial intelligence moves from cutting-edge research to practical applications that transform healthcare, business, and society. Join us for a day filled with powerful speeches from policy leaders and AI and business experts, including in-depth keynotes on future AI trends in medicine and the critical role of AI skills for tomorrow’s leaders. We will continue with a high-level conversation on the strategic development of AI, featuring top voices from the public sector, private industry, and science, addressing AI’s impact on national digital transformation, healthcare, and business innovation. We have multiple formats and ways to dive into AI related topics, master classes and scientific presentations and discussions. This conference is your opportunity to connect with thought leaders, gain industry insights, and engage in hands-on discussions shaping the future of AI. Whether you're a researcher, policymaker, or industry professional, expect a day of inspiration, knowledge-sharing, and practical takeaways.
| Session I: Opening and Keynotes on AI | |
| 8:30–9:00 | Registration and networking |
| 9:00–9:05 | Welcoming remarks and an introduction to the day's agenda by the moderator |
| 9:05–9:15 | Speech by Inga Bērziņa, Minister for Smart Administration and Regional Development (to be confirmed) |
| 9:15–9:20 | Speech by Toms Baumanis, Vice-Rector for Administration and Development at Rīga Stradiņš University |
| 9:20–9:45 | Keynote: Why are AI skills important for future leaders. Industry perspective Renāte Strazdiņa, Dr. sc. ing, National Technology Officer Central Europe at Microsoft (Latvia) |
| 9:45–10:30 | Keynote: Future trends in AI and Medicine (presentation and Q&A section) Antons Mislēvičs, Dr. sc. ing, Head of AI / Machine Learning at C.T.Co (Latvia) |
| 10:30–11:00 | Break |
| Session II: Discussion "Exploring the Impact of AI and strategic development" | |
| 11:00–12:30 | Moderator: Edgars Kuzmans (Latvia) Participants: Gatis Ozols, Deputy State Secretary for Digital Transformation (Latvia) Pauls Jansons, Director of AI development department, Tet (Latvia) Arvils Kupris, Director of Latvian AI association (Latvia) Aldis Ērglis, VP of Technology Strategy And Country Manager at Latvia, Emergn (Latvia) Antons Mislēvičs, Dr. sc. ing, Head of AI / Machine Learning at C.T.Co (Latvia) Asoc. Prof. Maija Radziņa, MD Ph.D, Chief of Radiology research laboratory, Rīga Stradiņš University (Latvia) |
| 12:30–13:30 | Break |
| Session III: Scientific research presentations on the topic of AI | |
| 13:30-14:00 | Harnessing AI for Advanced Radiation Therapy in Cancer Care Dr. Elena Czeizler, Automated Treatment Planning and AI Team manager for Varian Medical Systems |
| 14:00-14:15 | Interpretable AI in Oncologic Imaging: The A.I.B.M. System for the Identification of Bone Metastases in Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Edgars Edelmers, Software Engineer, Institute of Electronics and Computer Science, Acting Researcher, Medical Education Technology Centre |
| 14:15-14:30 | Voice recognition - research and demo of Viola by Softmedico Dmitrijs Balabka, co-founder of Softmedico, co-creator of Viola |
| 14:30-14:45 | AI algorithms and capabilities for brain perfusion Roberts Šamanskis, Rīga Stradiņš University |
| 14:45-15:00 | Modern radiology in tandem with AI - a new path to precision medicine Maija Radziņa, Associate Professor of Radiology and Chief of Radiology research laboratory for Rīga Stradiņš University (Latvia) |
| 15:00–15:30 | Break |
| Session IV: Panel Disscusion "Unlocking Medical Innovations with AI Solutions" | |
| 15:30–17:00 | Moderator: Edgars Kuzmans (Latvia) Participants: Signe Mežinska, Dr.sc.soc., Bioethics expert, University of Latvia Bart Roelands, Vrije Universiteit Brussel Emil Syundyukov, Chief executive officer, Longenesis Baiba Ziemele, Patient advocate, Latvian Network of Patient Organizations This panel is organised within the framework of the EATRIS-CONNECT project |
| Session V: AI themed workshops (Rooms 104 and 106) | |
| 15:30–17:00 | Haptic touch devices and AI in Haptograms Mihkel Tedremaa, Product Development Manager for Seventh Sense OÜ (Estonia) |
| 15:30–17:00 | Voice recognition - research and demo |
- Artificial Intelligence
- Strategic development
- Digital innovations
- AI in medicine and healthcare
