Carmen Hurtado

Dr Carmen Hurtado is the Director of European Research with extensive experience in managing scientific public-private partnerships (PPPs) across the health research and innovation sector. She has spearheaded collaborations with pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, SMEs, patient organizations, and the European Commission. With a strong background in diabetes research, Dr Hurtado has demonstrated scientific excellence through high-impact publications, securing competitive grants, and presenting at prestigious international conferences. Her expertise also includes integrating patient perspectives into clinical research, ensuring that patient needs are central to health outcomes.