TechMed Center: A European Leader in Healthcare Innovation
Enschede, Monday, 3 March 2025.
The TechMed Center at the University of Twente leads European advancements in healthcare through innovative research and education, focusing on novel medical technologies to improve health outcomes.
Excellence in Research and Education
The TechMed Center has established itself as a comprehensive innovation hub, currently training 1,621 students in specialized BSc and MSc programmes, while also providing advanced training to 370 healthcare professionals annually through its Twente Academy [1]. The center’s impact on healthcare innovation is evident through its research portfolio, with 40% of the University of Twente’s funded scientific projects focused on healthcare, and 50% of recent spin-off companies dedicated to medical advancement [1].
Groundbreaking Medical Technologies
Recent innovations demonstrate the center’s cutting-edge capabilities. In February 2025, researchers achieved a significant breakthrough with magnetic microrobots successfully removing blood clots from sheep arteries [2]. This revolutionary technology offers hope for treating life-threatening vascular diseases, particularly in complex cases where traditional treatments prove ineffective. The microrobots, featuring innovative screw-shaped designs with millimeter-scale magnets, can navigate intricate blood vessels and deliver targeted treatments [2].
International Leadership and Collaboration
The center’s prominence in European healthcare innovation is further evidenced by its selection to host the prestigious ESAO 2025 conference from June 25-28, 2025 [3]. This international gathering will showcase groundbreaking developments in bioartificial organs and organ models, bringing together experts from diverse disciplines to address critical healthcare challenges. The conference will feature comprehensive sessions on advanced technologies including digital twin development, biomaterials, and organ-on-chip innovations [3].
Future-Focused Infrastructure
The TechMed Center’s state-of-the-art facilities include advanced research laboratories, preclinical test beds, and simulated hospital environments, creating an ecosystem that drives technological progress in healthcare [1]. This infrastructure supports the center’s mission of enabling sustainable and personalized healthcare through technological innovation. The facility maintains strong collaborative networks with healthcare providers, biomedical technology experts, and government stakeholders to ensure practical implementation of research outcomes [1].