The Erlangen-Nuremberg Medical Valley provides a great diversity of facilities, allowing the various protagonists to develop innovative solutions in the field of minimally invasive surgery and personalised therapeutic care. Special emphasis is placed on the full range of imaging techniques, tailor-made implants for cardiovascular and osteopathic interventions, and ophthalmology. The spectrum of services provided by the Competence Network encompasses
- basic scientific research
- contract research and development
- manufacture of medical devices, hardware and software
- product-oriented development
- medical services
- engineering services
- maintenance services
- materials testing / advanced materials development
- education and training
- consulting, startup support
- project funding
The high concentration of research facilities in the region devoted to medical engineering and the close collaboration between members of the network, complemented by the systematic support provided by local government and professional organisations, have helped create an excellent infrastructure and a highly creative environment.
