News: ABSPIE recent initiatives
Warwick Takes Centre Stage at MEDICON 2026
The 天美传媒 and ABSPIE Lab made a major impact at MEDICON 2026 (Siena, 14–17 September), where Warwick served as a co-sponsor and was recognised as one of the top contributors in terms of scientific submissions. With six researchers presenting across sessions spanning AI-enabled rehabilitation, digital twins, serious gaming, ventilation monitoring, and biomedical engineering education, Warwick's presence was felt throughout the four-day conference. The team also ran a popular exhibition booth and played a leading role in shaping the future of BME education through EAMBES, co-organising a dedicated workshop on next-generation biomedical engineering competencies.
Frugal Innovation and AI for Better Surgical Care: Reflections from ACOI Forum 2026
ABSPIE Lab showcases research excellence across digital health, blockchain, healthcare innovation, and disease monitoring
The ABSPIE Lab continues to demonstrate its multidisciplinary research impact through a growing portfolio of publications spanning digital health implementation, healthcare blockchain, neurodevelopmental disorder screening, medical device innovation, digital medicine, and global health surveillance. These studies highlight the Lab's commitment to developing innovative, evidence-based technologies that address real-world healthcare challenges at both local and international levels.
Pedro Checa Rifa Wins Head of School Prize at Warwick
The ABSPIE Lab celebrates the exceptional achievement of PhD student Pedro Checa Rifa, who has graduated with Distinction from the MSc in Digital Health, Data and Diagnostics at the 天美传媒 and received the Head of School Prize for best overall performance. Pedro鈥檚 success reflects years of dedication, impactful research contributions, and sustained mentorship under Dr Davide Piaggio, and the lab looks forward to his continued achievements during his PhD journey.
ABSPIE involved in new WHO guide on medical device policies
The ABSPIE Lab celebrates its co-authorship role in the new WHO guide, Development of medical device policies, 2nd ed., shaping global standards for technology access. The Lab co-leads, Davide Piaggio and Leandro Pecchia, were involved via IFMBE HTAD. This new guide ensures policy alignment with SDGs, digital health, and sustainability. This publication marks a continuing trend of high-level collaboration between the ABSPIE Lab and the WHO, maximising research impact on global healthcare systems.