MEDISO Seminar & Demae-Consultation event [OIST/MEDISO Co-Sponsored]

• Introduction of MEDISO
• Seminar: Basics and Strategies for Academic Drug Discovery and Medical Devices by Tomokatsu Hongo
  • Learn about:
    • Drug development processes
    • Academic drug discovery
    • Venture businesses in drug discovery, regenerative medicine, and medical devices

What is MEDISO(the Medical Innovation Support Office): MEDISO provides support for business ventures, academia, and individuals intending to put into practical use medicines, medical devices, and regenerative medicinal products.

Biography of Dr. Tomokatsu Hongo: Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry from Nagoya University. At Summit Pharmaceuticals International Corporation, he was engaged in VC fund management, investment and sales support for bio-ventures, and domestic sales agency business for overseas bio-ventures. In 2016, he joined Keio Innovation Initiative (KII) as an investment manager in the medical and health field. He have been investing in drug discovery, regenerative medicine, and medical device ventures by leveraging his business experience in the pharmaceutical industry and career as a researcher, and providing a wide range of hands-on support, not only in terms of funding, but also in business development.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert about the exciting developments in drug discovery and healthcare business!