UTM and NAPH signed a collaboration agreement in the field of biomedical engineering, bioinformatics and public health
The Technical University of Moldova (TUM) hosted an event of major importance for the scientific and technological development of the Republic of Moldova: the signing of a Collaboration Agreement between TUM and the National Agency for Public Health (NAPH). The event brought together representatives of both institutions, united by a common vision – strengthening applied research, professional training and digitalization of processes in the field of public health.
The agreement was signed in the presence of the Rector of TUM, prof. univ. dr. hab. Viorel Bostan, accompanied by Viorel Munteanu, Head of the Bioinformatics Laboratory within the Faculty of Computers, Informatics and Microelectronics. The National Agency for Public Health was represented by dr. Nicolae Jelamschi, Director General of NAPH, and Olga Burduniuc, Deputy Director.
The signed agreement provides for an extensive collaboration, with clear objectives and concrete actions. These include:
- involvement of TUM scientific staff in research projects carried out in NAPH laboratories;
- shared access to laboratory infrastructure, including the sequencing, toxicology or chemical testing laboratory;
- development of prototype technologies and equipment – biosensors, digital solutions, monitoring systems;
- promotion of research in the field of digital public health, genomics, toxicology, environmental protection and antimicrobial resistance;
- organization of internships, mentoring and extracurricular activities for students;
- joint participation in national and international projects;
- involvement of NAPH staff in the teaching process at TUM.
During the meeting, Rector Viorel Bostan emphasized the strategic importance of biomedical fields in the current context:
“Today, biomedical engineering and bioinformatics are fields that connect science with life itself. We have a moral and professional duty to train engineers capable of developing innovative medical technologies and contributing to public health. Collaboration with NAPH honors and empowers us both – we are ready to offer expertise, resources and, above all, the future.”
Viorel Munteanu, one of the promoters of the bioinformatics department at TUM, mentioned during the meeting that “such a partnership will allow us to integrate applied research into the educational process, create real pilot projects and train students in laboratories working to solve critical population health problems.”
In his speech, Dr. Nicolae Jelamschi highlighted the importance of collaboration between NAPH and academia. “We are looking for well-trained specialists, capable of responding to the challenges in the field of public health, and we are happy to say that we have found them at TUM. We trust in the capabilities of this university, which impressed us not only through the training of students, but also through its research and innovation infrastructure.”
At the same time, NAPH Deputy Director Olga Burduniuc reiterated the need to consolidate efforts in training young professionals. “This collaboration is not just about access to resources, but about co-creating solutions. Together we can lay the foundations for a new generation of experts in public health, biotechnology and bioinformatics.”
One of the central directions of the agreement is the promotion of the One Health approach, which involves the integration of human, animal and environmental health into a common strategy. TUM will contribute to the integration of this concept into university curricula, by developing courses and workshops in collaboration with NAPH specialists.
Both TUM and NAPH emphasized that this agreement is not just a formal document, but a genuine commitment to collaboration, built on principles of transparency, professionalism and mutual respect. The parties will designate those responsible for implementing the agreement and will periodically evaluate the progress of joint activities, in order to adapt them to new priorities and challenges.
