Oslo Innovation Week: Pioneering good Health with AI

Join us for an afternoon with the Minister of Health and Care Services and leading AI health tech experts as they share insights on paving the way to success.

You are invited to spearhead innovation with Polytechnic Health, stepping into the exciting intersection of technology and healthcare to create a future where this integration advances society and improves lives.

14:30
Doors open. Light refreshments and networking

14:55
Jan Christian Vestre, Minister of Health and Care Services (Lab.)
Mette Vågnes Eriksen, Secretary General, Norwegian Polytechnic Society
Live #PolyPod on the Government’s health strategy and introducing Polytechnic Health

15:25
Sharmini Alagaratnam, Program Director, Healthcare research programme, DNV and Chair of the Board of Polytechnic Health
Bent Andreassen, CEO, Pharma Nordic
Valentin A. Normand, CEO, Ambr Institute and Director of the Board of Polytechnic Health
Inspirations from partners and board directors of Polytechnic Health

15:50
Networking

16:05
Ishita Barua, Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder, Livv Health and Director of the Board of Polytechnic Society
Ketil F. Widerberg, General Manager, Oslo Cancer Cluster and Director of the Advisory Board of Polytechnic Society
Inspirations from board directors of Polytechnic Society

16:30
Bent Andreassen, CEO, Pharma Nordic
Ishita Barua, Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder, Livv Health and Director of the Board of Polytechnic Society
Valentin A. Normand, CEO, Ambr Institute and Director of the Board of Polytechnic Health
Ketil F. Widerberg, General Manager, Oslo Cancer Cluster and Director of the Advisory Board of Polytechnic Society
Sharmini Alagaratnam, Program Director, Healthcare research programme, DNV and Chair of the Board of Polytechnic Health
Panel discussion with questions from the audience

16:45
Networking

17:00
Wrapping up

With AI fast approaching peak hype, we are stepping into the thrilling intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, and how AI improves and saves lives. What are the common hurdles in implementing AI in healthcare, what are the existing and future opportunities and how do we scale solutions?

Introducing Polytechnic Health

Polytechnic Health is a network dedicated to transforming the Norwegian healthcare industry by expanding export opportunities, bolstering emergency preparedness, and accelerating technological innovation. Acting as a non-profit dynamic hub, it fosters the exchange of groundbreaking ideas, experiences, and insights among businesses, public administration, and applied research. By bridging these sectors, Polytechnic Health drives meaningful progress in healthcare, creating a stronger, more resilient future.

There will be great networking opportunities over light refreshments.

This event is only for physical attendance.

Please contact the Polytechnic Society Secretariat for more information.

Welcome to celebrate the 20th Anniversary for Oslo Innovation Week with the Norwegian Polytechnic Society!

By discussing the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare, this event aims to explore how AI can be leveraged to save lives and improve health outcomes. This aligns with SDG 3’s objective of promoting good health and well-being for all ages. Furthermore, by highlighting the role of startups in leveraging AI for innovation and impact in healthcare, this event supports SDG 3’s aim of promoting innovation and encouraging investment in healthcare infrastructure and research. The Norwegian Polytechnic Society is itself a pioneer for SDG 17, executing knowledge-based partnerships for sustainable technological and social development since 1852.