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In the literature: June 2024 highlights
Click here to read some interesting recently published papers from our community. If you have published an article in the field of in silico medicine, send it to us: we will include it in this section of the newsletter!
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Hungarian Council Presidency’s Programme
On 18 June 2024, the Hungarian Presidency unveiled its programme under the slogan "Make Europe Great Again" outlining its priorities.
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Leaked Draft Council Conclusions on Strengthening the European Health Union: Priorities and Strategies
The leaked draft conclusions emphasise strengthening the European Health Union by addressing priority healthcare needs, enhancing healthcare innovation, improving workforce strategies, and leveraging digital technologies and data for better healthcare outcomes.
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AI Act Adopted by the Council of the EU
On 21 May 2024, the Council approved the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). The AI legislation follows a ‘risk-based’ approach, with stricter rules for higher-risk applications. It aims to foster safe, trustworthy AI in the EU, respect fundamental rights and support research.
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Registration to VPH2024 is now open!
The VPH2024 conference registration is now open and foresees a 100€ discount for VPHi members! Not a member yet? Join now!
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Revolutionising Liver Surgery: How Digital Twins Can Reduce Postoperative Risks
Liver resection surgery, crucial for removing liver cancer and other issues, has a high postoperative mortality rate of over 10%. A French multidisciplinary team developed a digital twin model of blood circulation, predicting liver failure risks with personalised pre-operative insights. Tested on 47 patients, the model accurately matched real blood pressure data, offering surgeons a vital tool to improve outcomes and avoid risky surgeries.
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