Innovation and Artificial Intelligence: The Path from Research to Practice
26–27 March 2025 at Rīga Stradiņš University
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.
Transforming Healthcare: The Role of Innovation in Shaping the Future
26 March, RSU Pharmaceutical Education and Research Centre Lobby, 21 Konsula Street, 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 revolutionizing healthcare and paving the way for a better future.
- Keynote Speakers
- Agenda
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
Representative of the Ministry of Economics of Latvia
Representative of the Ministry of Health of Latvia9:20–10:30 Presentation: Transforming Tomorrow: Advancing Medical Innovations from Lab to Market
Tamar Raz (Israel), PhD, CEO of Hadassah University Medical Center’s technology transfer and innovation company10:30–11:00 Break Session II 11:00–11:50 Panel discussion: Exploring the Impact of Emerging Trends on Health Outcomes: Innovations Shaping the Future of Healthcare
Moderator: Artis Ozoliņš
Participants:
Representative of the Ministry of Health of Latvia
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), CEO of Hadassah University Medical Center’s technology transfer and innovation company
Thomas Höfer, Country Manager, Roche Diagnostics Baltics11:50–12:10 Keynote Speech: The Role of Government in Advancing Healthcare Innovation
Representative of the Ministry of Economics12:10–12:30 Why It Is Worth Investing in Healthcare and Providing Faster Access to Innovative Solutions
Sigvards Krongorns, Associate at Verge HealthTech Fund12:30–13:30 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 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 Sekhirev (Estonia), Co-Founder of Biocatalyst Foundation 15:00–15:30 Break Session IV: Abstract Pitch Presentations and Hackathon Finals 15:30–16:15 The Initial Version of the Depression Scale for Adolescents in Latvia
Presenter: Zane GulbeWireless Continuous Monitoring of Patient Vital Signs in Hospital Setting
Presenter: Dr. Aelita PlintaEvaluating a Telemedicine-Integrated Workflow to Enhance Acute Ischemic Stroke Care: A Protocol for an Observational Multicenter Study
Presenter: Dr. Guna SemjonovaValidation of Lower Digital Dental Models Superimposition Methods
Presenter: Marija Gūtmane16:15–18:00 Hackathon presentations and awarding ceremony - Main Topics
- Digital Transformation in Healthcare
- Precision medicine
- Digital innovations
- Telemedicine
- Scientific Committee
- 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 Street, 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.
- Keynote Speakers
- Agenda
Session I: Opening and Keynotes on AI 9:00–9:05 Welcoming remarks and an introduction to the day's agenda 9:05–9:20 Opening Speeches:
Inga Bērziņa, Minister for Smart Administration and Regional Development (Latvia)
Toms Baumanis, Vice-Rector for Administration and Development at Rīga Stradiņš University (Latvia)9:20–10:30 Keynote: Why are AI skills important for future leaders. Industry perspective
Renāte Strazdiņa, Dr. sc. ing, National Technology Officer Central Europe at Microsoft (Latvia)9:20–10:30 Keynote: Future trends in AI and Medicine
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 for Smart Administration and Regional Development (Latvia)
Pauls Jansons, Director of AI development department, Tet (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)
Maija Radziņa, Associate Professor of Radiology and Chief of Radiology research laboratory for Rīga Stradiņš University (Latvia)
Representative from Ministry for Health of the Republic of Latvia
Representative from Latvian AI Association (MILA)
Representative from The National Health Service of Latvia12:30–13:30 Break Session III: Scientific research presentations on the topic of AI 13:30–15:00 Haptic touch devices and AI in Haptograms
Mihkel Tedremaa, Product Development Manager for Seventh Sense OÜ (Estonia)AI Research in RSU AI in Radiology 15:00–15:30 Break Session IV: Panel Disscusion "Unlocking Medical Innovations with AI Solutions" 15:00–15:30 Moderator: Edgars Kuzmans (Latvia)
Participants:
Industry representatives
Academic staff
Ethics expertsSession V: AI themed workshops 15:00–15:30 Haptic touch devices and AI in Haptograms
Mihkel Tedremaa, Product Development Manager for Seventh Sense OÜ (Estonia)- Main Topics
- Artificial Intelligence
- Strategic development
- Digital innovations
- AI in medicine and healthcare
