The Italian Nanomedicine Platform (INP) aims to establish a solid technical and scientific foundation for the development of advanced and precision medicine products in the therapeutic, diagnostic, and preventive fields, aligning with leading European technological platforms. INP is essential for fostering collaboration across various universities and centers of excellence, promoting high-value research and applied innovation. By integrating expertise in areas ranging from basic research, chemistry, and formulation to preclinical testing, INP facilitates the progression of projects towards higher TRL levels. The platform brings together disciplines such as physics, engineering, biomedicine, and regulation to develop innovative strategies, positioning INP as a key player in international research. Additionally, INP emphasizes cross-sectoral expertise in regulatory and safety requirements, ensuring successful translation into clinical and industrial contexts.
AIMS
- The Italian Nanomedicine Platform (INP) aims to create a technical-scientific foundation for products in advanced and precision medicine for therapeutic, diagnostic, and preventive applications.
- The platform fosters collaboration between universities and centers of excellence, promoting research with both applied and non-applied objectives.
- INP coordinates and shares knowledge across multiple disciplines, from basic research to chemistry, formulation, and preclinical testing, to reach high Technology Readiness Levels (TRL).
- Expertise from various fields, including physics, engineering, biomedical sciences, and legislation, are integrated into nanomedicine projects.
- INP supports researchers in developing innovative medical solutions, such as drug delivery systems, diagnostic tools, medical devices, and regenerative medicine.
- The platform includes regulatory, technological, and safety expertise to ensure product approval and market entry.
- INP focuses on creating a transversal planning system with impacts on technology transfer, industrial production, healthcare, and education.
- INP aims to train specialized professionals for the growing nanomedicine sector.
ORGANIZATION
In line with European Technology Platform for Nanomedicine, INP will be organized in WGs with dedicated AIM and initially coordinated by prof. Giovanni Tosi (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia).