# Strasbourg: Official Visit to Quest for Health, Spartha Medical & MedUniq Center Strengthens Euro-Med HealthTech Ecosystem

> Source: https://healthcareinnovation.tn/strasbourg-official-visit-to-quest-for-health-spartha-medical-meduniq-center-strengthens-euro-med-healthtech-ecosystem/
> Author: healthcareinnovation.com
> Published: 2025-05-15
> Updated: 2026-09-23

## **Strategic Partnership Building in Strasbourg**

 The HealthCare Innovation delegation continued its Euro-Med mission on October 31, 2025, visiting three key players in Strasbourg’s dynamic HealthTech ecosystem. The visit aligned with ongoing cooperation with [BioValley France](https://www.linkedin.com/company/biovalley-france/) and [Berytech](https://www.linkedin.com/company/berytech/), reinforcing Tunisia’s commitment to forging impactful cross-border value chains and collaborative innovation. Participating delegates included [Dr Haroun OUANES, MBA](https://www.linkedin.com/in/haroun-ouanes/), [Charfeddine Amri](https://www.linkedin.com/in/charfeddine-amri/), and [Ichraf Jarray](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ichraf-jarray/), supported by Euro-Med experts [Romain Neidl, PhD](https://www.linkedin.com/in/romain-neidl-phd-6a495a52/), [Manuel Pires-Neupert](https://www.linkedin.com/in/piresmanuel/), and [Sandra Chalhoub, PhD](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-chalhoub-phd-420274a7/).

### **Focus Areas of Innovation**

 **Quest for Health** A thriving startup incubator specializing in early-stage HealthTech and MedTech ventures, Quest for Health stewards innovation pipeline development and scaling programs targeted at Tunisian startups. The delegation studied potential models to enhance Tunisia’s startup ecosystem, exchanging ideas with [Romain Neidl, PhD](https://www.linkedin.com/in/romain-neidl-phd-6a495a52/) and other leaders. **MedUniq Center** A multidisciplinary hub offering cutting-edge digital and clinical validation services, MedUniq helps startups and companies structure efficient health innovation pathways. Discussions focused on validation frameworks essential for creating competitive and compliant digital health solutions, interacting with experts [Gruffaz Patricia](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gruffaz-patricia-666b8936/) and [Emeline Degivry](https://www.linkedin.com/in/emeline-degivry-715463345/). **SPARTHA Medical** This biotech company develops innovative antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory coatings, critical for infection control and hospital safety. Meeting with [Nihal Engin Vrana](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihal-engin-vrana-36761643/) and [Skander Hathroubi, Ph.D](https://www.linkedin.com/in/skander-hathroubi/), the delegation explored joint R&D projects and tech transfer potential supporting Tunisia’s healthcare priorities.

#### **Advancing the Euro-Med HealthTech Ecosystem**

 These visits exemplify Tunisia’s strategic drive to integrate with leading innovation clusters and leverage Euro-Med synergies. Collaborative engagements in startup incubation, clinical validation, and biotech research foster a sustainable ecosystem emphasizing:

- Cross-border co-development and value chain integration
- Accelerated transfer of technologies and expertise
- Enhanced access to diverse innovation networks and markets

 This approach positions Tunisia at the forefront of Mediterranean digital health transformation.

#### **Looking Ahead: Collaboration and Impact**

 The HealthCare Innovation delegation returns emboldened to deepen initiatives that connect Tunisian startups with European innovation leaders, facilitate pilot projects, and co-create solutions addressing pressing health challenges. The pathways laid by this Strasbourg visit will catalyze ongoing dialogue and joint ventures fostering long-term regional prosperity.

#### **HCI Resources**

- [BioValley France Collaboration](https://www.biovalley-france.com/)
- [Berytech Innovation Cluster](https://berytech.org/)
- [HCI Startup Support Services](https://healthcareinnovation.tn/service/startups)
- [Cluster Collaboration Programs](https://healthcareinnovation.tn/)

#### **References**

- [OECD Digital Health Transformation](https://www.oecd.org/health/digital-health.htm)
- [WHO Global Strategy on Digital Health (2020–2025)](https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240068891)

#### **FAQs**

 **Q: How does Quest for Health support early-stage startups?** A: By incubating HealthTech and MedTech startups through programs tailored to facilitate market readiness and scaling. **Q: What validation services does MedUniq provide?** A: MedUniq offers multidisciplinary clinical and digital validation essential for innovative health solutions' success. **Q: What is Spartha Medical’s innovative focus?** A: Developing antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory coatings to improve infection control in healthcare environments. **Q: Why are these partnerships important for Tunisia?** A: They enhance Tunisia’s innovation capacity, accelerate HealthTech development, and foster sustainable international collaboration.

## Frequently asked questions

### Why are these partnerships important for Tunisia?

They enhance Tunisia’s innovation capacity, accelerate HealthTech development, and foster sustainable international collaboration.

### What is Spartha Medical’s innovative focus?

Developing antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory coatings to improve infection control in healthcare environments.

### What validation services does MedUniq provide?

MedUniq offers multidisciplinary clinical and digital validation essential for innovative health solutions' success.

### How does Quest for Health support early-stage startups?

By incubating HealthTech and MedTech startups through programs tailored to facilitate market readiness and scaling.