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Introducing the plain language in silico medicine glossary

Introducing the plain language in silico medicine glossary

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Introducing the plain language in silico medicine glossary

This glossary translates complex, technical language into terms understandable by non experts, aiming to empower patients and the public with a clearer understanding of in silico medicine and its potential impact on healthcare.

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We recognize that language evolves, and we welcome your feedback to help us refine and expand this dynamic resource. Together, let’s make in silico medicine more accessible for everyone!

AUTHORS

  • Cyrille Thinnes, MBA, DPhil; University of Galway & APC Microbiome Cork, Ireland; VPH Institute; Avicenna Alliance
  • Martha De Cunha-Burgman, MSc; Edwards Life Sciences; Avicenna Alliance
  • Alissa Hanna, Edwards LifeSciences; Avicenna Alliance
  • Marlène Mengoni, PhD; University of Leeds, United Kingdom; VPH Institute; Avicenna Alliance
  • Thierry Marchal, MSc; Ansys; Avicenna Alliance
  • Davide Montesarchio, PhD; VPH Institute; Avicenna Alliance
  • Janaki Raman Rangarajan, PhD; VPH Institute; Avicenna Alliance
  • Bernard Staumont, Ir, PhD; Université de Liège, Belgium; VPH Institute; Avicenna Alliance
  • Anne Thorez; Voisin Consulting Life Sciences; Avicenna Alliance
  • Zita van Horenbeeck, KU Leuven, Belgium; VPH Institute; Avicenna Alliance
  • Steven Levine, PhD; Dassault Systèmes; Avicenna Alliance

on behalf of the Public & Patient Involvement task force of the Avicenna Alliance Policy Development Working Group.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14695325




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