Advancing Medical Intelligence in Europe: A call to collaboration for Medical Universities
With the increasing number of complex threats, from pandemics to acts of terrorism, the need for robust medical intelligence has emerged and should be viewed as a stand-alone discipline and area of research. The term Medical Intelligence (Medint) defines the activities of collection, evaluation, analysis and interpretation of medical, bio-scientific and environmental information, regarding a specific country or geographical area, carried out mainly by military or intelligence agencies and carried out abroad, and valuable for military or humanitarian strategic planning. It is of interest to Medint to know the potential of local health facilities, both civil and military, in the diagnostic evaluation, in case of infectious pathologies and the evaluation of environmental risks, as well as the "state of the art" of the development of computerised diagnostic technology and biotechnology. Counter-Terrorism Medicine Europe (CTM-E) is leading the way with a bold initiative, encouraging medical research groups to participate actively in the Advancing Medical Intelligence in Europe Report. This comprehensive analysis will be invaluable for healthcare systems, policymakers, and emergency responders across the continent. CTM-E invites European medical universities to participate in and contribute to this vital undertaking.
Medical universities are uniquely positioned to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medical intelligence. These Institutions possess several key advantages, such as agility in research methodologies, sustainable research funding, and various degrees of expertise. Academic groups are often at the forefront of adopting innovative research and analytical techniques, providing flexibility that allows for rapid integration of cutting-edge data collection, analysis, and forecasting, ensuring the report remains at the field's leading edge. Also, medical universities boast a large pool of talented researchers, from seasoned professors to promising graduate students. When harnessed collaboratively, this human capital can significantly accelerate the research process and ensure a thorough and multifaceted analysis. Within an academic institution lies a vast spectrum of medical and scientific expertise. From infectious disease specialists to trauma surgeons, data scientists to public health experts, the collective knowledge within medical universities is essential for addressing the multifaceted challenges of medical intelligence.
Medical universities can engage with the "Advancing Medical Intelligence in Europe" report in multiple ways: direct research contribution, data sharing and analysis, sponsorship, reviewing, and validation. Faculties and research teams can contribute directly to specific sections of the report, lending their expertise to areas such as threat assessment, healthcare system resilience, or the medical consequences of specific incidents. Universities often hold valuable datasets and research findings relevant to medical intelligence. Sharing this information and collaborating on its analysis will enrich the report's insights. Financial contributions from medical universities can be crucial in supporting the research process, covering data acquisition costs, expert consultations, and disseminating the report's findings. University experts are encouraged to participate in reviewing and validating the report's findings and ensuring its accuracy, rigour, and relevance.
By actively participating in or sponsoring the "Advancing Medical Intelligence in Europe" report, medical universities can actively participate in shaping the future of medical intelligence in Europe, gain recognition as leaders in the field, encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing, and access cutting-edge research.
A collaborative effort, harnessing the strengths of medical universities across Europe, is essential to creating a truly impactful "Advancing Medical Intelligence in Europe" report. Research groups from various academic institutions can express their interest using the following form.
Author
George Tataru
EPRR Special Interest Group
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