AI in Action: From Lab Simulation to Patient Lives

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the landscape of healthcare, but how do we ensure that intelligent algorithms developed in research settings deliver value at the patient’s bedside? This session explores the crucial journey from lab-based simulation to real-world application through the lens of three essential perspectives: the patient, the start-up, and the data-driven engineer.

With contributions from AllAI, the Dutch Patients Association, and Demcon Data Driven Solutions, we delve into the practical challenges and lessons learned when AI technologies transition from concept to clinical care. Central to the discussion is how these systems can be designed to meet actual patient needs – and why trust, transparency, and human-centred design are non-negotiable for successful adoption.

We’ll also hear from innovative start-ups on what it takes to move beyond the prototype phase, navigating validation, system integration, and regulatory frameworks. At the same time, applied researchers and industry leaders share insights on embedding AI within complex healthcare environments in a way that is safe, ethical, and effective. This session opens the floor to critical reflection and dialogue around a key question: What does it take to make AI meaningful and impactful in the everyday lives of patients?

Where & When

Time: 13.15 - 14.30
Language: English
Room: MAIN STAGE (TL 2275 | First floor)
Available seats: 250
Format: Live

The planning

Time	Content
13.15 - 13.20	Setting the scene An introduction by the moderator, linking today’s theme to earlier insights and setting the stage for the speakers to come. Jelmer Wolterink, University of Twente
13.20 - 13.28 3 minutes	Presentation Vincent Bos, Demcon Discussion After each presentation, Sylvia Veereschild from the Patient Federation will share her reflections and engage in a discussion with the speaker and the audience.
13.31 - 13.39 3 minutes	Presentation Bob de Vos, Nostics Discussion After each presentation, Sylvia Veereschild from the Patient Federation will share her reflections and engage in a discussion with the speaker and the audience.
13.42 - 13.54 3 minutes	Presentation Bente Bouwmeester, Holland Innovative & Roelof Krist, Topicus Discussion After each presentation, Sylvia Veereschild from the Patient Federation will share her reflections and engage in a discussion with the speaker and the audience.
13.57 - 14.25	Discussion with all speakers and participants Jelmer Wolterink, University of Twente
14.20 - 14.30	From insights to action: closing reflections Jelmer Wolterink, University of Twente

Time

Content

13.15 - 13.20

Setting the scene

An introduction by the moderator, linking today’s theme to earlier insights and setting the stage for the speakers to come.
Jelmer Wolterink, University of Twente

13.20 - 13.28

3 minutes

Presentation

Vincent Bos, Demcon

Discussion

After each presentation, Sylvia Veereschild from the Patient Federation will share her reflections and engage in a discussion with the speaker and the audience.

13.31 - 13.39

3 minutes

Presentation

Bob de Vos, Nostics

Discussion

After each presentation, Sylvia Veereschild from the Patient Federation will share her reflections and engage in a discussion with the speaker and the audience.

13.42 - 13.54

3 minutes

Presentation

Bente Bouwmeester, Holland Innovative & Roelof Krist, Topicus

Discussion

After each presentation, Sylvia Veereschild from the Patient Federation will share her reflections and engage in a discussion with the speaker and the audience.

13.57 - 14.25

Discussion with all speakers and participants

Jelmer Wolterink, University of Twente

14.20 - 14.30

From insights to action: closing reflections

Jelmer Wolterink, University of Twente

The speakers