In an era characterized by rapid technological developments and an ever-increasing speed of change, theOpen Innovation approach is crucial to sustain competitiveness and promote sustainable growth. The creation of ecosystems that see large corporations, SMEs, startups, incubators, investment funds, universities and research centers collaborate together is fundamental.
The Campus Bio Medico University of Rome has, for some years now, adopted a open collaboration model, developing synergies with all innovation stakeholders. Open Innovation is therefore a pillar of the strategy of the Campus Bio Medico University of Rome for technology transfer , valorisation of knowledge.
The initiatives ofUniversità Campus Bio-Medico di Roma they span different research areas, including technologies in the sectors healthcare, energy & environment, agritech, according to the approach "One Health".
In addition to promoting partnership and co-innovation agreements, new academic spin-offs and research activities commissioned by companies also to satisfy local innovation needs, open innovation initiatives include:
- joint laboratories (joint open labs),
- hackathon,
- demo day,
- call for ideas/startups,
- workshops,
- incubation programs.
Furthermore, theOpen Innovation is also reflected in educational programs, which encourage students to work on interdisciplinary projects e collaborate with external partners since the first years of study. This early exposure to open innovation prepares graduates UCBM to become professionals ready to face the challenges of the future with a collaborative and creative mindset.
We believe that the "open" and collaborative approach adopted is the key to sustainable scientific and technological progress capable of improve the quality of life and contribute to the well-being of society.
