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Next Tuesday, WifOR Institute and GIST Impact will jointly release their value factors through the Capitals Coalition network – a significant milestone in democratizing access to the data necessary for advancing impact accounting.    🚀Why is this important?  Decision-makers worldwide must balance social, environmental, and economic factors – for which reliable and comparable data is key. Making value factors publicly accessible is a crucial step toward enhancing transparency and promoting responsible action.    🎯Our progress so far:  WifOR released its value factors in August 2023. Collaborating with GIST Impact to publish our value factors in collaboration with the Capitals Coalition network represents another major step forward.    🔍 Looking Ahead:  While this publication marks a noteworthy achievement, further steps are needed to establish a common standard. We call on other providers to make their data transparent. Additionally, we invite the scientific community to engage in refining these methodologies.     Through further collaborations and joint efforts, we can establish common standards for Impact Valuation, helping businesses better assess and compare their social, environmental, and economic contributions.    #Impact   #Sustainability   #ImpactAccounting

“If we invest smartly in health we are stimulating growth, we are stimulating employment, and we can start a positive feedback loop that will improve the health of society” – Prof. Dr. Dennis Ostwald    WifOR Institute CEO’s remarks were part of a discussion about the importance of investments in health, which he attended with our Head of Scientific Dialogue Dr. Sandra Zimmermann.     The “EU Fiscal Policy: Is Health a No-Brainer Public Investment?” event, organized by the Centre for European Reform and supported by MSD Europe, addressed crucial facts and arguments.    Some key takeaways from Prof. Ostwald:    - The socioeconomic burden of diseases varies from country to country, but it is of utmost importance to understand which ones have the highest impact, so decision-makers know where to allocate their resources. It is not about investing more; it is about investing smarter.   - With Europe facing labor shortages, it is essential to measure the impact of investments on human capacity. A healthier and more productive workforce will also contribute to a positive return on investment.    Watch the full discussion here (English): https://lnkd.in/dG_UyfWX     Special thanks to Santiago Calvo-Ramos (European Commission), Grace Hampson (Office of Health Economics), Hatice Küçük Beton (The G20 & G7 Health and Development Partnership) and Margarida Marques (European Parliament) for the expert insights exchange, and Sander Tordoir (CER) for the great moderation.     If you are interested in learning more about WifOR Institute’s research in Health Economics head to: https://lnkd.in/e3t6sPPz    #HealthForAll  #InvestInHealth  #HealthIsAnInvestment

🌐Meet us at the CLIMATE TRANSFORMATION Summit 2024!   The #CTS2024 theme, “Making Scope 3 Action our Business!”, supports WifOR Institute's goal to accelerate decarbonization across industries and supply chains. We look forward to inspiring panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and the chance to collaborate with leading experts and industry innovators. 🔗Learn more about the CLIMATE TRANSFORMATION Summit 2024, hosted by THE CLIMATE CHOICE, here: https://lnkd.in/egCMHmAw. 🚀WifOR Institute's Scope 3 analysis provides insight into the major share of a company's greenhouse gas emissions embedded in the supply chain. The results enable a better understanding of upstream Scope 3 emissions and focus on the areas with the greatest impact. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/eRzrybjx   #Impact #Scope3 #ClimateAction

What benefits does the promotion of self-care have in society? How does it impact the economy? What scientific data and research findings support the assumption that self-care can significantly reduce the burden on the healthcare system?    These questions and more insights will be addressed in the upcoming discussion “Self-Care as a Health Driver” as part of Pharma Deutschland’s 70th General Assembly, on September 11th.    WifOR Institute’s Head of Health Economics Dr. Malina Müller will be one of the speakers debating the added value of self-care and over-the-counter medications, along with politicians, insurers, company representatives, pharmacists, doctors, and other experts.    Learn more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/dkRkvcEC     To learn about WifOR Institute’s Health Economics Research, head to: https://lnkd.in/e3t6sPPz     #Health  #HealthForAll  #HealthEconomics 

We’re hiring! 🚀   Would you like to become part of an independent research institute specializing in health, sustainability, and labor market research? WifOR Institute is growing its team!    🔍 Inside Sales Manager (f/m/x)  ⚠ Excellent German skills required for this position! ⚠ - Communicate with customers and internal departments  - Help develop our CRM system and be responsible for the proposal management    - Prepare relevant KPIs for management and provide guidance in strategic decisions  Apply: https://lnkd.in/dD-8nxEq    🔍 Working Student – Labor Market Research (f/m/x)   - Conduct literature research and assist in various projects in the area of labor market research   - Analyze data in Excel, R, or Python   - Prepare and adapt presentations on scientific insights   Apply: https://lnkd.in/dmdGCVf2     🔍 Working Student – Impact Analysis (f/m/x) Sustainability    - Conduct literature research and assist in various projects on sustainability analysis and Impact Valuation   - Analyze data in Excel and Python   - Prepare and adapt presentations on scientific insights   Apply: https://lnkd.in/ddmyGCZV     Explore our current opportunities and learn about some of our colleagues’ journeys at WifOR here: https://lnkd.in/diYSEG8     At WifOR Institute, we are committed to a work environment rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe in the personal development of our employees, nurturing their growth and supporting career progression.     #Hiring  #Career  #OpenToHire 

✨ Introducing the Keynotes for #EHFAM2024! Discover real-world examples of how AM is being applied in healthcare today and learn from the world’s leading experts about the latest research. Our Saturday Keynotes are your gateway to mastering the future of 3D printing in healthcare! Here’s the lineup: 🎤 Daniel Eriksson (Stiftelsen TEM): How 3D printing is transforming healthcare sustainability. 🎤 Davy Orye (EOS): New frontiers in medical device innovation through Additive Manufacturing. 🎤 Prof. Dr. Dennis Ostwald (WifOR Institute): The power of measurement in driving healthcare improvements. 🎤 Rafik Akhmad (Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin) & Malek Abu-Gharbieh (Technische Universität Berlin): The next generation of dental implants with root analogue technology. 🎤 Lena Eckenberger (Stratasys): The potential of ultra-realistic 3D printed anatomical models. 🎤 Annika Dell (Fraunhofer IMTE): Enhancing physician training with functional anatomical models. Get ready to be inspired and connect with industry leaders in Basel, September 6-7! If you haven't yet, secure your ticket today at 🔗 ehfam.eu. See you next week! 👋 Stefanie Brickwede Florian M. Thieringer Neha Sharma Daniel Seiler Ralf Schumacher Maurizio Gullo Valentina Basoli Naomi Nathan Hochschule für Life Sciences FHNW Universitätsspital Basel (USB) MGA Mobility | MGA Medical - Mobility goes Additive e.V.

Is health a “no-brainer” public investment for EU fiscal policy? This is a reminder not to miss our hybrid discussion with Centre for European Reform, supported by MSD Europe, this Wednesday September 4th, in Brussels or via Zoom!     WifOR Institute’s CEO and co-founder Prof. Dr. Dennis Ostwald will be one of the speakers, alongside Santiago Calvo-Ramos (European Commission), Grace Hampson (Office of Health Economics), Hatice Küçük Beton (The G20 & G7 Health and Development Partnership), and Margarida Marques (European Parliament), with Sander Tordoir (CER) as chair of the discussion.    Interested in attending either in person or online? Register here: https://lnkd.in/dKMnJzGr     See you there!    #Health  #HealthIsAnInvestment 

For my team at WifOR Institute and me, it is essential to not only conduct research but to also make it accessible and understandable. Therefore, I was pleased to speak at the science and health journalism seminar on “Health as an Investment to Improve Lives and Economies in Latin America” in Mexico City last week.   Key Takeaways: - In a study, we measured the economic impact of the Health Economy in Latin America. The results for Mexico show that a 5.7% GDP investment in health contributed 8.2% to the country's GDP and employed 9.1% of the labor force in 2020. These findings provide evidence that investments in Mexico's Health Economy drive economic growth and employment. - Our study on the socioeconomic impact of major illnesses in eight Latin American countries reveals that cardiovascular diseases impose a burden equivalent to 1.3% of GDP in Mexico. Understanding these impacts allows investments to be directed toward areas with the highest return in both economic and societal terms. - The data indicates that targeted health investments improve quality of life, enhance societal well-being, drive economic growth, and boost employment. This creates financial space for further innovation, resulting in cyclical progress in health, growth, and innovation — a positive feedback loop.   WifOR’s health metrics demonstrate the holistic value of investments in health and guide stakeholders in directing resources where they yield the highest returns in both health and socioeconomic outcomes. If you can measure it, you can fix it!   Thanks again to MSD LATAM for the invitation and organization of the event. I would also like to thank Yaneth Giha, Diego F Guarin MD MPH MSc, Sarah M. Aiosa, MPH, and Laura Dachner for their insights and great company!   #MSDLatam #HealthForAll #HealthIsAnInvestment

⚖️New laws at both national and European levels increase companies’ due diligence obligations along their supply chains. This poses challenges specifically for globally active companies with complex supplier structures.   📊WifOR Institute provides a data-driven approach to supply chain risk analysis, helping companies identify hotspots and prioritize risk clusters. To run an analysis, WifOR uses a company’s spend data, which is typically readily available in a company’s financial reporting systems. A minimum of three inputs are needed: what type of product was purchased, in which country was the product purchased, and how much money was spent.   👇Read how WifOR can help companies meet legal requirements by the new supply chain laws using Impact Measurement and Valuation.   #LkSG #CS3D #Impact

The EHFAM - European Healthcare Forum for Additive Manufacturing’s event in Basel on policy and implementation pathways to advance healthcare in Additive Manufacturing is just around the corner.    WifOR Institute’s CEO Prof. Dr. Dennis Ostwald will participate as a speaker on Saturday, September 7th. In his keynote “If we measure it, we can fix it!”, Prof. Ostwald will speak about the role of health metrics to broaden the perspective on the value of health, recognizing its socioeconomic value, and instigating a paradigm shift towards viewing health as an investment.    Register for the event here: https://ehfam.eu     To learn more about health metrics and WifOR Institute’s research on Health Economics head to: https://lnkd.in/e3t6sPPz     #EHFAM2024  #HealthEconomics  #HealthIsAnInvestment