Subject: VPH newsletter - May 2026

 

Dear reader,

In 2023, the European Commission launched the Virtual Human Twin (VHT) initiative - a landmark effort to develop patient-specific digital representations capable of guiding diagnosis, treatment, and prevention across Europe. Our society has been at the heart of this effort from the start. We coordinated the EDITH CSA project, which united the VHT ecosystem and produced the VHT roadmap. We are now involved in the building of the VHT Advanced Simulation Platform, where we lead the User Group and the activities that connect the platform to its future users. 

In this webinar, we will bring you up to speed on the current state of the VHT initiative - spanning research, infrastructure, ecosystem development, and clinical and regulatory progress. As members of the consortium developing the Platform, we will also share the latest on its development timeline and how you can get involved. 

If you're interested in the discussion, join us on the 5th of June 2026 from 12 to 13.

Enjoy this month reading!

VPH Team

POLICY

 

"Accelerating in silico medicine innovation" watch the webinar to discover activities at the EC Joint Research Centre

In case you missed it, the recordings on the webinar are now available on our channels.

VPH at RAPS EURO CONVERGENCE 2026 - Navigating the future of regulation

Our scientific officer, Janaki Raman, joined the global regulatory affairs community in Lisbon for RAPS Euro Convergence 2026 — and in silico medicine was firmly on the agenda.

EMA launches pilot for model-informed drug development scientific advice

The European Medicines Agency has introduced a dedicated pilot procedure for scientific advice and protocol assistance on model-informed drug development (MIDD).

NAMs and the European Biotech Act: A strategic opportunity for in silico medicine

A recent event at the European Parliament brought renewed attention to the growing role of NAMs highlighting the forthcoming European Biotech Act as a major opportunity to accelerate the transition toward non-animal science while strengthening Europe’s global competitiveness.

Observatory for digital health technologies in Europe

The European Commission ’s new report, 'Observatory for Digital Health Technologies in Europe' emphasises the transformative impact of digital health technologies across the EU.

COMMUNITY

VPH2026 - Science has a new look

Order now and pick up your exclusive VPH t-shirt in Milan

We’re bringing a limited-edition collection of VPH2026 t-shirts and a hoodie to the VPH2026 Conference in Milan (1–4 September 2026). Choose your favourite from five exclusive designs and reserve yours during the conference registration process.

Call for Executive Committee Members (2027-2029)

The call for nomination for the new Executive Committee is now open! We are seeking motivated and committed scientists to join the Committee and contribute to advancing the adoption of in silico medicine through leadership, collaboration, and community engagement.

VPH at EUPATI Expert Patient Academy event

On 19 May 2026, colleagues from VPH joined a public event in Milan hosted by EUPATI Italia and the IEO European Institute of Oncology to discuss the increasing importance of the role of patient in medical research and innovation.

Discover the recently published papers from our community!

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

How AI can change sepsis detection and care


Our latest article explores what a recent regulatory milestone means for critical care medicine and the broader future of AI in healthcare.

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THE DIGITAL TWIN THEORY PODCAST

In this episode, we speak with Rossana Alessandrello, Value Based Procurement Director at AQuAS about the complex pathway connecting innovation, healthcare systems, and patient impact.

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YOUNG SCIENTISTS

By combining clinical and engineering perspectives this webinar explores how in silico biomechanical tools are transforming the understanding and treatment of spinal disorders. The session will examine key spinal pathologies where biomechanical modelling can support clinical decision-making and improve treatment strategies.

Call for Applications – VPH Young Scientists Committee (2027-2028)


The call for applications for the new VPH Young Scientists Committee is now open! We are seeking motivated early-career researchers in in silico medicine who are eager to actively contribute to and shape the VPH community.

PhD, postdoc, academic positions, and other opportunities.

Join our Slack channel for students and young scientists!


VPH has launched a public Slack channel for young members to connect, share ideas, and engage with the Young Scientists Committee.

EVENTS

VPH2026 - See you in Milan

29 June - 2 July 2026 | Maastricht, The Netherlands

Special highlights include a dedicated session on in silico toxicology and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the VPH Society and ESTIV.

10th World Congress of Biomechanics – ESB2026

11-15 July 2026 | Vancouver, Canada

DMCM2026 – 10th Disease Maps Community Meeting


31 August 2026 | Rostok, Germany

6-14 and 15-17 July 2026 | Budapest, Hungary

International Conference on AI in Healthcare

26-28 August 2026 | Imperial College London

See you next month!

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from fundamental research to patient care.

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