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Global Innovation Summit 2026

6 May 2026 | Basel, Switzerland

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David-Zacharie Issom

Assistant Professor

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland HES-SO

Genève, Switzerland

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Prof. at HEG-Geneva (HES-SO). Researcher in Global Health Informatics. I co-create patient-driven, data-driven solutions to improve healthcare delivery, especially for resource-constrained environments & neglected populations. Seeking R&D collaborations.

My organisation

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Western Switzerland (French: HES-SO Haute école spécialisée de Suisse occidentale) is situated in Western Switzerland. It is formally accredited by the Swiss Accreditation Council The university is divided into six faculties: Design and Fine Arts; Business, Management and Services; Engineering and Architecture; Music and Performing Arts; Health; and Social Work.
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About me

I am a Professor at the Geneva School of Business Administration (HEG-GE / HES-SO) and I lead research at the intersection of Health Informatics and Global Health Equity. My work focuses on designing digital health infrastructures that are as inclusive as they are innovative, with a specialized emphasis on rare or neglected chronic conditions such as Sickle Cell Disease.

By combining Participatory Design with cutting-edge technology, I have pioneered research into AI-driven conversational agents and patient-led digital tools to improve self-management and clinical outcomes. As a contributor to the Lancet Haematology Commission, I am committed to translating complex data into scalable, ethical, and human-centered health solutions.

At the Global Innovation Summit 2026, I am looking to foster international partnerships that bridge the gap between technological R&D and real-world patient care. I welcome discussions on:

  • Ethical AI & Data Governance in healthcare.

  • Scalable MedTech for resource-constrained environments.

  • Public-Private Partnerships for digital health transformation.

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