IMBRAIN

Improving Biomedical Research and Innovation in the Canary Islands

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 Obiettivo del progetto (Objective)

'To unlock and develop the research and innovation potential of the Centre for Biomedical Research of the Canary Islands (CIBICAN), a coherent series of activities have been designed through the development of this project (IMBRAIN). From a recent SWOT analysis, several impediments have been identified that must be overcome to maximize our research capacities. They include the isolation from decision−making centers and resources, the excessive cost and effort required to coordinate and collaborate in projects and to disseminate research achievements both into the science community and the society. In addition, despite the quality of the research teams and their focus on priority areas, the problems of recruiting experienced new researchers, technical staff and innovation managers remain a serious handicap that we are strongly committed to overcome. The main strategic objective of this project is to increase the quality of research at CIBICAN, and to build its innovation capacity to become a leading centre in Biomedicine and the Health Sciences. It will have a significant impact in promoting regional economic and social development, and in spreading of health knowledge into the outermost EU regions and the near African countries. This will be achieved through the following measures: 1) Exchange of know-how and experience with EU research partnering organizations; 2) Recruitment of experienced researchers, technical staff and innovation manager; 3) Upgrading of research equipment, based on existing infrastructure and core facilities; 4) Elaboration of a strategic IP development plan for IP management and protection and innovation capability building; 5) Dissemination of knowledge on health and increase the visibility of CIBICAN activities at regional, national and European levels. In addition, an ex−post evaluation facility will be developed at the end of the project to define specific strategy actions for long−term sustainable development.'

Introduzione (Teaser)

Fostering a culture of innovation in biomedical research can help build capability and promote more sustainable economic and social development in the Canary Islands.

Descrizione progetto (Article)

In the field of biomedical research in the Canary Islands there are many obstacles to overcome. Namely, isolation from decision-making centres and resources and excessive cost and coordination efforts are required. Additionally, recruiting new researchers, staff and managers is a serious challenge.

These are the impediments that were identified following a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats analysis of the Centre for Biomedical Research of the Canary Islands, as conducted by the EU-funded 'Improving biomedical research and innovation in the Canary Islands' (IMBRAIN) project. In order to unlock the innovation potential of the Centre, the project is seeking to increase the quality of research and build capacity.

Improving human resources and scientific infrastructure as well as coordination and management are some of the main objectives underway. Necessary equipment has been acquired and is in full operation. Dissemination is occurring through weekly meetings, seminars and publications in scientific journals.

Results will help spread knowledge into the outermost EU regions and nearby African countries. Most of all, there is a high potential for benefit for patients.