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Episode 02 - Academia and Industry: From Theory to the Factory - with Professors João Cardoso, João F. Pinto and Mário Eusébio - Part 3/3
Welcome to Part 3 and the final chapter of the second episode of the ISPE Iberia - Portugal Podcast, concluding our roundtable series, "Academia and Industry: From Theory to the Factory".
In this episode, host Guilherme Fernandes and professors João Cardoso, João F. Pinto, and Mário Eusébio shift their focus to the future, discussing how to achieve true convergence between the academic ecosystem and the pharmaceutical industry.
What you will hear in this episode:
How to design an ideal academic curriculum that prepares students for modern industrial reality.
The strategic importance of investing in high-impact collaborative projects between universities and companies.
The practical role that ISPE assumes as an essential bridge to shorten this distance.
Thank you for tuning into this special three-part discussion!
Editing by: Rodrigo Cardoso.
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11 Jun 2026
Episode 02 - Academia and Industry: From Theory to the Factory - with Professors João Cardoso, João F. Pinto and Mário Eusébio - Part 2/3
Welcome to Part 2 of the second episode of the ISPE Iberia - Portugal Podcast, where we continue our roundtable discussion under the theme "Academia and Industry: From Theory to the Factory".
In this episode, host Guilherme Fernandes and professors João Cardoso, João F. Pinto, and Mário Eusébio dive deep into the world of Pharmaceutical and Chemical Technology to debate the real-world obstacles that arise in technology transfer.
What you will hear in this episode:
The complexity of moving from synthesis and galenic development to large-scale industrial production.
The real impact and challenges brought by digitalization to the factory floor.
The necessary bridges to effectively transform scientific theory into efficient industrial output.
Stay tuned! In the next episode (Part 3), the panel will focus on the future: designing the ideal academic curriculum, the impact of collaborative projects, and the role of ISPE in closing the gap between universities and companies once and for all.
Editing by: Rodrigo Cardoso.
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2 Jun 2026
Episode 02 - Academia and Industry: From Theory to the Factory - with Professors João Cardoso, João F. Pinto and Mário Eusébio - Part 1/3
In the first part of the second episode of the ISPE Iberia - Portugal Podcast, we kick off an insightful conversation hosted by Guilherme Fernandes. Joining this roundtable discussion are professors João Cardoso, João F. Pinto, and Mário Eusébio to analyze the bridge between the academic world and industrial reality.
This Part 1 focuses on the current gap between academia and industry, assessing the relationship between universities and companies. The panel also highlights the role of Mechanical Engineering, addressing the challenges of managing critical equipment and maintenance within a strict GMP environment.
Coming Up Next:
Part 2 | Pharmaceutical and Chemical Technology: A quick look into the real obstacles of technology transfer and the impact of digitalization.
Stay tuned!!
Editing by Rodrigo Cardoso.
21 Dec 2025
Episode 01 - with Amjad Wahbeh - Part 3/3
We are back with the final installment of Episode 01 of the ISPE Iberia – Portugal Podcast!
In this concluding chapter, we wrap up our exclusive three-part conversation with Amjad Wahbeh, a distinguished leader in the pharmaceutical industry. After exploring his personal journey and his deep expertise in Project Management, hosts David Matos and Pedro Velho now look ahead to what lies on the horizon: Future Perspectives.
As always, the insightful questions for this session were crafted by João Cardoso, Ricardo Grilo, and Sara Dias. Script and editing by Rodrigo Cardoso.
Thank you for joining us on this inaugural journey. We hope these insights inspire you to help shape the future of our industry!
15 Dec 2025
Episode 01 - with Amjad Wahbeh - Part 2/3
We are back with Part 2 of Episode 01 of the ISPE Iberia – Portugal Podcast!
We continue our exclusive three-part conversation with Amjad Wahbeh, a distinguished leader in the pharmaceutical industry. After diving into his personal journey in the first episode, hosts David Matos and Pedro Velho now shift the spotlight to a critical pillar of our industry: Project Management.
In this episode, Amjad shares his extensive expertise in leading complex projects, discussing methodologies, execution strategies, and how to navigate the challenges inherent to project management within the pharma sector.
Just like in our debut, the questions for this session were crafted by João Cardoso, Ricardo Grilo, and Sara Dias. Script and editing by Rodrigo Cardoso.
Stay tuned for the final installment (Part 3), where we will explore the future of the industry and the evolving role of ISPE.
10 Dec 2025
Episode 01 - with Amjad Wahbeh - Part 1/3
In the first episode of the ISPE Iberia - Portugal Podcast, we kick off a three-part conversation with Amjad Wahbeh, a distinguished leader in the pharmaceutical industry. Hosted by David Matos and Pedro Velho, this episode dives into Amjad’s personal journey and career path, offering a candid look at the experiences, challenges, and milestones that shaped his professional life.
From early influences to pivotal career decisions, Amjad shares valuable lessons and insights for aspiring professionals. The questions for this episode were crafted by João Cardoso, Ricardo Grilo and Sara Dias, ensuring a thoughtful and engaging discussion.
This is just the beginning - Part 2 will focus on project management, while Part 3 will explore the future of the pharma industry, emerging trends, and the role of ISPE.
Stay tuned for more!
Script and editing by Rodrigo Cardoso.
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