
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.