The opening speeches featured notable figures like Professor Charfeddine Amri, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine in Monastir, who discussed the benefits of integrating the faculty into the socio-economic fabric, highlighting advantages for both educators and students. Mme Imen Jani, a consultant specializing in design thinking and innovation strategies, shared her experiences with Bio & Tech startups, stressing the importance of challenging ideas and scaling initiatives to meet customer needs.