International Scientific Committee Holds Online Meeting with Sano teams 

On February 13, 2025, the International Scientific Committee (ISC) of Sano – Centre for Computational Medicine held an online meeting to discuss the centre’s evolving Research Agenda and strengthen collaboration between ISC members and Sano’s research teams. 

The meeting was led by Claire Chalopin, a member of the previous ISC, and brought together ISC representatives Irena Roterman-Konieczna, Ilse Jonkers, Rod Hose, Dieter Kranzlmüller, Peter Sloot, Paul Morris, and Aleksander Byrski. On the Sano side, the meeting included team leaders, Maciej Malawski (Head of Sano), Magdalena Chrzanowska (General Manager), Marian Bubak (Scientific Affairs Director), and Maria Sendecka. 

Shaping the Future of Sano’s Research 

The meeting opened with an initial discussion on Sano’s new Research Agenda, which is currently in progress. ISC members shared their insights, providing valuable input on the strategic direction of Sano’s research initiatives. 

Following this, break-out sessions allowed ISC members to engage directly with Sano’s team leaders, discussing specific research challenges and opportunities within their respective fields. These focused discussions helped refine the scientific priorities and identify key areas for improvement. 

After the individual sessions, team leaders presented the outcomes of their discussions, summarizing the key takeaways and recommendations from ISC members. The meeting concluded with a wrap-up session, where the importance of ISC’s role in shaping Sano’s future research direction was emphasized. 

Key Takeaways for the Research Agenda 

This meeting was a significant step toward the future development of Sano. The remarks and recommendations gathered will directly contribute to the new Research Agenda document, which is set to be finalized in April 2025. The collaboration between the ISC and Sano’s leadership ensures that the centre continues to align with global scientific trends and maintains its role as a important institution in computational medicine.