In the picturesque town of Bariloche, the Llao Llao Forum brings together influential businessmen and entrepreneurs for a unique event. The theme for this year’s edition is global uncertainty, which is reflected in the significant resources that have been dedicated to this topic. However, there is also a special panel focused on start-ups. Three selected cases in this panel have a strong connection with the Argentine scientific system from public universities and Conicet, despite the perception of inefficiency and budget cuts in these areas by the Casa Rosada.
Among these start-ups is OncoPrecision, founded by Tarek Ali Zake in collaboration with scientists from the National University of Córdoba. Using artificial intelligence, OncoPrecision can assess the progress of cancer treatments with precision and effectiveness, creating personalized treatments for patients. Another start-up, Kilimo, introduced a system similar to green bonds to conserve water by supporting producers and city dwellers in sustainable irrigation practices. Finally, Beeflow expands bee pollination management worldwide, enhancing agricultural productivity and addressing food demand with advanced pollination services.
These start-ups showcase the transformative power of innovation and technology in sectors such as health, environment, and agriculture. By collaborating with Argentine scientists, they embody a fascinating symbiosis between the public and private sectors. The three start-ups were supported by GRIDX fund, which connects research scientists with business-oriented entrepreneurs. Miguel Galuccio from Vista oil company was one of the key figures behind this fund along with Graciela Ciccio from Insud company. Other contributors include state of New York and founders of companies like Amazon. Through their right combination of science, technology and vision; these start-ups are tackling some of the most urgent challenges of our time.
Overall, the Llao Llao Forum highlights how innovation can drive progress even during times of uncertainty or adversity. By bringing together experts from different sectors and backgrounds to discuss pressing issues like global uncertainty or sustainability challenges; we can foster new ideas that benefit everyone involved.
The forum’s focus on start-ups is particularly important as it showcases how innovative solutions can help address some of Argentina’s most pressing problems while also providing opportunities for growth and development within its scientific community.
It’s worth mentioning that despite Casa Rosada’s perception that public universities are not efficient or effective enough; there are still some scientists who are making strides forward through partnerships with private sector entities like GRIDX fund.
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