BPI France: Big 10 conquering health innovation

BPI France Big 10 conquering health innovation

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    October 10, 2024 will mark a key date for French entrepreneurship with the celebration of 10 years of Bpifrance Inno Génération (Big), the largest business gathering in Europe. This event, organized at the Accor Arena Paris, will carry the theme of “Progress” and will welcome more than 70,000 entrepreneurs, researchers, managers of SMEs and ETIs, as well as inspiring personalities from around the world. Among the many sectors covered, health innovation occupies a central place, with varied themes such as women’s health, artificial intelligence (AI) in health, mental health and surgical robotics.

    Yes, we chose the theme of Progress. Because we believe in it, like Robinsons on their island. We love the present, but we love the future even more. We believe in the new frontiers of emancipation. We believe that entrepreneurs are one of the great solutions to the problems of our society, because they put their existence on the line every day in the service of Progress. Like them, we like to dream and see big perspectives. I repeat: we like to dream” declares Nicolas Dufourcq, general manager of Bpifrance. This article invites you to discover the main themes of Big 10the flagship conferences around health innovation, and register to participate in this unmissable event.

    The Big 10: a flagship event for innovation

    Bpifrance Inno Generation is not simply a meeting place, it is a platform where the technological and societal trends of tomorrow are taking shape. Since 2015, this gathering has allowed thousands of entrepreneurs to draw inspiration from success stories, to discuss and identify the challenges of tomorrow, particularly in the field of health, where innovation is essential. This 10th edition will be no exception to the rule, with more than 500 conferences, workshops and masterclasses led by experts and players in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

    With the rise of French Care, an ecosystem bringing together start-ups, SMEs, large groups and institutions working in health innovation, Big 10 will be an opportunity to explore the latest advances in the medical field. From data collection to artificial intelligence and technologies for women’s health, Big will highlight tomorrow’s solutions for better access to care and optimization of medical practices.

    Women’s health: a revolution in progress

    One of the key Big 10 conferences will be dedicated to women’s health, a topic increasingly taken into account in the health ecosystem thanks to the rise of Femtech. Entitled “Women’s health: Let’s dare to talk about it, let’s dare to innovate!”, this session will highlight innovations that respond to women’s specific issues. In recent years, connected objects, mobile applications and dedicated software have emerged to offer concrete solutions. However, despite these advances, Femtech start-ups in France are still struggling to attract investors.

    The Femtech France association will be present to discuss the challenges and opportunities in this booming field. How can we attract more investment for these technologies? What are the obstacles to overcome? These questions will be addressed during this conference, which promises to be a highlight for all those wishing to engage in innovation for women’s health.

    • Time: 09:45 – 10:45
    • Location: ECHO 1 (La French Care – Health)

    Artificial intelligence and health data collection

    The other big topic of this edition of Big 10 is undoubtedly the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of health. Through conferences such as “Redefining care in the era of AI and data collection”, participants will have the opportunity to discover how AI is revolutionizing the health value chain.

    The integration of data collected via connected objects and digital tools makes it possible to considerably improve diagnoses and care. The experts present will discuss in particular how patient data is used to improve care pathways, while guaranteeing safety and ethics around their use.

    AI in health is not limited to a simple optimization of existing processes, it makes it possible to rethink all medical practices, opening the way to radical innovations. Diagnosis of pathologies, personalization of treatments, automation of medical tasks, are all aspects that will be explored during this unmissable workshop.

    Mental health: a crucial issue for tomorrow

    Mental health, a long-neglected topic, will also be at the heart of discussions at Big 10. The Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental disorders in many populations, and experts agree that the future of health will require better management of these issues.

    The conference “A healthy mind in a healthy body: Mental health, tomorrow’s challenge” will bring together specialists to discuss the prevalence of disorders such as anxiety, depression and addictions. These issues particularly affect young people and call for a collective response.

    The solutions envisaged include the development of specific medical devices, the creation of new prevention sites, but also an increased commitment by companies to the management of mental health. The company thus becomes a key player in the well-being of its employees, by establishing prevention programs, integrating mental health services and promoting well-being at work.

    • Time: 1:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
    • Location: BULLE LA FRENCH CARE

    Robotic surgery: a future already present

    Robotics in health, and more particularly in the surgical field, is another rapidly expanding field. Thanks to technological advances, robotic surgery now makes it possible to perform interventions with unparalleled precision, thus reducing risks for patients and improving post-operative results.

    Surgical robots assist doctors in delicate procedures, with a precision that exceeds that of the human hand. This technological revolution will be addressed during several workshops and conferences at Big 10, with the presence of major players in medical robotics who will share their experiences and their visions of the future of surgery.

    • Schedule: 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    • Location: Echo 4

    Conferences not to be missed

    In addition to the themes already mentioned, Big 10 offers a rich program of conferences around health innovation. Here is a selection of conferences not to be missed:

    • The power of health data: Towards excellence in care
      • Time: 10:25 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.
      • Description: How are health data, thanks to technological advances, transforming the medical landscape to guarantee better quality of care?
    • Collaboration and involvement: The pillars of effective prevention
      • Time: 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
      • Description: Why should prevention be a priority in the health system? This conference will highlight the collaborations needed between the public and private sectors to improve prevention.
    • Sport & health: making sports practice accessible to promote health
      • Time: 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
      • Description: A crucial societal issue which aims to promote sports practice to improve public health.

    Registration for Big 10: don’t miss the opportunity!

    The 2024 edition of Bpifrance Inno Génération promises to be exceptional and unmissable for all those who wish to be at the forefront of health innovation. Places for some conferences are limited, so early registration is strongly recommended.

    To register and participate in this unique event, go to the official Bpifrance website where you can choose the conferences, workshops and masterclasses that interest you, whether in person or online thanks to the new Big Experience, an immersion 3D in the event.

    Don’t miss this opportunity to meet health innovation experts and discover the latest technological advances that will shape tomorrow’s care!

    The Big 10, an open window on the future of health

    The tenth edition of Bpifrance Inno Génération promises to be a key moment for health innovation, with a rich program and prestigious speakers. Whether in women’s health, AI, mental health or surgical robotics, Big 10 offers a unique opportunity to learn about the technologies and practices that will transform the health sector. health in the years to come.

    In particular, we believe that technology will surprise us by radically changing our way of being in the world. And that it will be up to us to channel this energy towards the construction of a better world, less violent, more equitable, open, cultured, tolerant, loving nuance. We know that to support such a belief you need two values: willpower and optimism. We have them” concludes Nicolas Dufourcq.

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