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Life sciences and healthcare in Ukraine: challenges and changes

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The current state of Ukraine’s bioscience and healthcare sector is analyzed, considering the impact of the war and efforts to transform the industry digitally. The government’s strategic initiatives are discussed, including implementing a new MedTech strategy to develop bionic prosthetics, skin regeneration, burn treatment, mental health, and artificial intelligence in medicine. Particular attention is paid to the Lab2Market MedTech acceleration program launched by the IP Office of Ukraine, which aims to commercialize scientific developments in medical technologies. An overview of some Ukrainian medical startups, including the program participants, their areas of focus (diagnostics, rehabilitation, digital solutions, etc.), technology readiness levels, and key innovations is provided.

Source: Strategy of Economic Development of Ukraine

DOI: 10.33111/sedu.2025.56.142.159

Author: Viktoriia Kyrylenko

Institution: Kyiv National Economic University named after Vadym Hetman

Language: English

Topic: Biotechnology and Related Fields

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411925726

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