Transforming Healthcare:
Odin Innovations
in Action
We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us for the Final Event of the ODIN Project, held on November 29th, 2024, at the Madrid Innovation Hub (Medtronic premises). Whether you were with us in person or followed the sessions online, your presence made this milestone celebration a great success.
The event brought together key players from across the healthcare ecosystem to reflect on the project’s impact and future. It was a day to celebrate the achievements of ODIN and to envision how its outcomes can shape the digital transformation of healthcare in Europe and beyond.
Join us to discover how the ODIN project has revolutionized healthcare delivery
At this exclusive event, attendees will explore groundbreaking health technology innovations, learn about successful implementations in smart hospitals, and engage with healthcare ecosystem leaders. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the future of healthcare!
Event Recap
The event was held on November 29th, 2024
Starting at 10:00 AM CET
Hybrid Event (In-Person & Online)
Madrid Innovation Hub
(at Medtronic premises).
Calle María de Portugal, 11. 28050, Madrid.
Save the Date
November 29th, 2024
Starting at 10:00 AM CET
Hybrid Event (In-Person & Online)
Madrid Innovation Hub
(at Medtronic premises).
Calle María de Portugal, 11. 28050, Madrid.
Format of the event
- In-Person Attendance: Attendees joined us at the Madrid Innovation Hub for a live experience. (Places in the on-site format were limited and assigned by order of registration. Confirmation emails were sent if seats were available.)
- Online Participation: For those unable to attend in person, a live streaming option was provided. Access details were sent to registered participants.
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Odin final event Agenda
Wellcome Coffee
- 09:30h - 10:00h
Odin Project Introduction
- 10:00h - 10:15h
Welcoming
Mr. Miguel López-Valverde
Madrid Regional Minister for Digital
Mr. Germán Gutiérrez
Integrated Health Solutions
Director at Medtronic Ibérica
Odin Project Coordinator
Mrs. María Teresa Arredondo
Life Supporting Technologies Director at UPM
Odin Coordination Team
Project Overview
Mr. Sergio Guillén
CIO at Mysphera
Odin Deputy Project Coordinator
Mr. Giuseppe Fico
Associate Professor, Head of Health area at Life Supporting Technologies at UPM
Odin Technical Manager
Odin Innovations in Action
- 10:15h - 12:30h
Showcasing healthcare challenges tackled with innovative Odin solutions:
Mr. Alejandro Medrano
Senior researcher at Life Supporting
Technologies at UPM
Odin Platform Manager
Pilot UCs: > Entities participating
Pilot UCs: > Entities participating
Pilot UCs: > Entities participating
Pilot UCs: > Entities participating
Pilot UCs: > Entities participating
Experts roundtable discussion
Chair: Mr. Alejandro Medrano
Senior researcher at Life Supporting
Technologies at UPM
Odin Platform Manager
Mr. Leandro Pecchia
Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma
Odin Pilot Manager
Mrs. Daphni Plati
Project Manager at FORTH
Odin AI team
Mrs. Pilar Sala Soriano
Innovation & Product Development at Mysphera Association
Odin Innovation Manager
Mr. Gastone Ciuti
Full Professor of Bioengineering at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna
Odin Robotics Manager
Coffee break
- 12:30h - 12:45h
Round table: the vision of the hospital of the future
- 12:45h - 13:30h
MedTech representative & moderator
Mr. Germán Gutiérrez
Integrated Health Solutions
Director at Medtronic Ibérica
Odin Project Coordinator
Public administration representative
Mr. José Mª Vengazones Alonso
Deputy Director of Planning & Operations, Digital Health, Community of Madrid
MedTech representative
Mrs. Maria García Robledo
Business Development Manager at Siemens Healthineers
Odin sustainability strategy based on the project impact
- 13:30h - 14:00h
ODIN INNOVATION HUB
Mrs. Marta Pérez
Integrated Health Solutions consultant at Medtronic Ibérica
Odin Innovation Hub Manager
ODIN PLATFORM
Mr. Sergio Guillén
CIO at Mysphera
Odin Deputy Project Coordinator
REPLICABILITY
Mr. Giuseppe Fico
Associate Professor, Head of Health area at Life Supporting Technologies at UPM
Odin Technical Manager
FROM PILOT TO IMPLEMENTATION
Mr. Leandro Pecchia
Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma
Odin Pilot Managerl
Q&A and Closing
- 14:00h - 14:15h
Cocktail
- 14:15h - 15:00h
Download the digital Agenda for ODIN's final event
Relive the Best Moments of the event!
If you were unable to attend or want to revisit some of the standout moments, you can watch the sessions and the entire event on our YouTube channel. Don’t miss out—click here to access the videos!
Final Event – ODIN Innovations in Action
The Final Event of the ODIN project marked a major milestone, celebrating almost four years of research, collaboration, and deployment of cutting-edge technologies across European hospitals. The event provided a dynamic platform for attendees to explore groundbreaking health technology innovations, discover real-world implementations in smart hospitals, and engage with key leaders from the healthcare ecosystem.
Below is an overview of the main sessions from the agenda — a full journey through ODIN’s achievements and legacy.
1. Welcoming Session: ODIN Project Introduction
The event was inaugurated with institutional welcoming remarks from representatives of the Madrid Region and members of the ODIN coordination team.
Speakers:
- Miguel López-Valverde, Madrid Regional Minister for Digital Transformation
- Germán Gutiérrez, Director of Integrated Health Solutions at Medtronic Ibérica & ODIN Project Coordinator
- María Teresa Arredondo, Director of Life Supporting Technologies at UPM
These introductions were followed by a Project Overview, offering a comprehensive look at ODIN’s objectives, use cases, technological innovations, and ecosystem-driven approach.
Speakers:
- Sergio Guillén, CIO at Mysphera & ODIN Deputy Project Coordinator
- Giuseppe Fico, Associate Professor and Health Area Manager at UPM & ODIN Technical Manager
2. ODIN Innovations in Action
This central session brought ODIN’s solutions to life. Led by Alejandro Medrano, ODIN Platform Manager at UPM, it featured video demonstrations and presentations from pilot sites across Europe, showcasing how ODIN technologies addressed five critical healthcare challenges:
Challenge 01: Logistics – Locating and transporting resources efficiently
Challenge 02: Patient Care – Monitoring and end-to-end tracking of clinical processes
Challenge 03: Support for Diagnosis – Leveraging AI to assist clinical decisions
Challenge 04: Support for Treatment – Enhancing treatment through intelligent systems
Challenge 05: Disaster Preparedness – Strengthening hospital resilience
The session concluded with a roundtable involving key implementation and technical leaders:
Leandro Pecchia, ODIN Pilot Manager
Daphni Plati, ODIN AI Team, FORTH
Pilar Sala Soriano, Innovation Manager at Mysphera
Gastone Ciuti, Robotics Manager, Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna
3. Round Table: The Vision of the Hospital of the Future
Moderated by Germán Gutiérrez, this panel brought together public authorities and MedTech industry leaders to discuss the future of hospital care, and the challenges and opportunities in integrating digital innovation into clinical workflows.
Panelists:
José Mª Vengazones Alonso, Deputy Director of Planning & Operations for Digital Health, Community of Madrid
María García Robledo, Business Development Manager, Siemens Healthineers
4. ODIN Sustainability Strategy Based on Project Impact
This final session focused on ODIN’s post-project sustainability, addressing how the project’s value can be scaled, replicated, and built upon through future initiatives.
Speakers:
Marta Pérez, ODIN Innovation Hub Manager, Medtronic Ibérica
Sergio Guillén, Deputy Project Coordinator, Mysphera & ACTIVAGE
Leandro Pecchia, Professor, Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma
Giuseppe Fico, Technical Manager, UPM
The final event was a key milestone in the ODIN Project, marking nearly four years of collaboration, research, and implementation to bring cutting-edge technologies into real hospital settings. It was not only a moment to celebrate the tangible results achieved in smart hospitals across Europe, but also a powerful reminder of what lies ahead.
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