Faenza, 17th – 18th June 2024
ISSMC-CNR Hosts Workshop on Cutting-Edge Biomaterial Interaction Research for Osteosarcoma Treatment
The Institute of Science and Technology for Ceramics (ISSMC – CNR) hosted a highly successful thematic workshop, gathering top researchers and stakeholders to explore the complex interactions between cells and biomaterials, as part of the groundbreaking PREDICTOS project, aimed at developing innovative osteosarcoma therapies.
- About ISSMC – CNR:
ISSMC – CNR, based in Faenza, Italy, renowned as the ‘Town of Ceramics,’ is at the forefront of materials science. The institute specializes in designing advanced materials through cutting-edge engineering processes and raw material optimization, serving industries from biomedical to manufacturing.
- About PREDICTOS project:
The PREDICTOS project, a collaborative initiative focused on developing predictive in vitro and in silico models, aims to explore new therapeutic approaches for osteosarcoma. It seeks to create advanced predictive tools for the design of biomaterials and scaffolds to support bone tissue engineering.
- About the event:
The workshop titled ‘Evaluation of Cell/Biomaterial Interaction’ brought together top experts from various fields to discuss cutting-edge research and its potential to revolutionize osteosarcoma treatment. By examining the interactions between cancer cells and biomaterials, the workshop contributed to innovative approaches that could lead to more precise predictions of cancer behaviour and improved biomaterial design.
Strengthening excellence for advanced osteosarcoma’s predictive models
As the project aims to develop innovative and more accurate approaches to predict osteosarcoma behaviour, it is important to investigate how cancer cells interact with different biomaterials. Therefore, key topics were covered, such as cellular behaviour on different biomaterials, innovative biomaterials design and advanced methodologies for evaluating their interactions.
The workshop hosted experts from leading institutions across Europe, including ISSMC-CNR (Italy), the MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine (Netherlands), and CDRSP-PL (Portugal). This multidisciplinary team shared valuable insights on the intersection of cell behaviour and biomaterials, fostering deep collaboration that is essential for advancing osteosarcoma research.
This transfer of knowledge and exchange of experience fostered a multidisciplinary collaboration between the participants. Moreover, the workshop included an interactive session facilitated through a networking event with key stakeholders, allowing participants to engage with pharmaceutical companies and gain valuable insights into the latest developments in research and applications within the sector.
Dr. Tatiana M. Fernandes Patrício, the lead coordinator of the PREDICTOS project, emphasized the importance of the workshop:
This workshop is a vital step forward in our mission to develop predictive models that will transform osteosarcoma treatment. By fostering collaboration across Europe, PREDICTOS paves the way for the creation of more accurate and effective therapies, ensuring better outcomes for patients.
Closing remark:
The PREDICTOS project moves forward, future workshops and collaborations will continue to drive innovation in osteosarcoma research, with the ultimate goal of improving therapeutic strategies and patient care across Europe.
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement n. 101079372.