Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of Health Working Group.
Health
ERRIN’s Health Working Group (WG) supports members with early intelligence and regular updates about EU-level health policy-related issues, regulations, EU programmes and their funding opportunities. Creating opportunities for interregional cooperation in the Health area is one of the WG’s main objectives. The WG is also a vehicle for networking, profile raising and promoting good practices and projects among health stakeholders in the ERRIN regions.
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Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Policy & Smart Specialisation WGs meeting: Widening in FP10 and impact on cohesion policy post-2027
The topic of widening gathers high attention in the discussions around the next European Framework Programme for R&I, raising questions with the potential to influence not only the Widening sub-
Skills in the health sector: Health WG
The Health Working Group meeting will update colleagues on the European Commission’s initiatives linked to staff and skills shortages and training and up-skilling of the health workforce, exploring
Policy WG meeting: Role of EU Missions in FP10
ERRIN has been closely involved in the design and implementation of the EU Missions since their inception. Missions remain one of the network's priorities and were one of the four main areas of focus
WG Related Events
Horizon4Poland '22 Matchmaking Event
Horizon4Poland ’22 matchmaking event organised by the Industry Contact Points of the Lukasiewicz Research Network takes place on 22 November 2022 between 09:30 and 17:15 in Warsaw. The purpose of the event is to build cooperation, match partners and support the creation of consortia to obtain funding for research and innovation projects under Horizon Europe Programme in six focus areas.
European Partnership Stakeholder Forum - One-year review of European Partnership Initiatives in Horizon Europe
On 15 and 16 November 2022, the European Commission will launch its first European Partnership Stakeholder Forum. The Forum focuses on reviewing the first year of partnerships and, in particular, how they can contribute to the twin green and digital transitions, and increase Europe’s resilience. Participation is possible online or in person in Brussels.
Changemakers and Pioneers
The Changemakers and Pioneers event, hosted by Glasgow Caledonian University and the University of the West of Scotland at Scotland House, Brussels is a unique opportunity to showcase projects, hear of others’ experiences and broker new partnerships. There will also be a specific session updating on the UK's association to Horizon Europe/Plan B as well as the latest funding opportunities.
Health WG meeting: Innovation in health promotion and disease prevention
This Health Working Group meeting will invite European Commission representatives to discuss health promotion and disease prevention in the new EU Care Strategy and the EU public health policy.
Brussels Talks: How to be an innovative region in Europe?
As part of the event series Brussels Talks, NCBR – Business & Science Poland are organising the online event 'How to be an innovative region in Europe?', with ERRIN director Pirita Lindholm as the main speaker. The event will discuss regional innovations ecosystems, how to support R&I capacities at local and regional level and how to reduce the innovation divide. Furthermore, the support offered by current EU funded programmes and initiatives will be explored.
Translating EU Missions into regional policy
The TRAMI project and ERRIN are organising a mutual learning event on 18 October. The event will aim to showcase a successful translation of the EU Missions approach into concrete policies and tools on the regional level and to foster the discussion on challenges and opportunities with its implementation.
WG Documents
ERRIN Year in review 2022
The ERRIN Year in review 2022 is out! Read the report to see the numerous activities ERRIN and its members have been involved in throughout the year.
ERRIN & EUREGHA joint statement on Horizon Europe Mission on Cancer
Please find attached ERRIN and the network of European Regional and Local Health Authorities (EUREGHA)'s joint statement on the Horizon Europe Mission on Cancer.
Draft statement on Cancer Mission
Further to the Health WG meeting on the Cancer Mission, EUREGHA and ERRIN have decided to address the Cancer Mission Board with a statement to emphasise the role of regions in this mission.
WG Related Content
Odense University Hospital search for Intereg call partners for Fair Access to Digital Health Communication
The research and innovation unit CIMT (Centre for Innovative Medical Technology) at Odense University Hospital in the Region of Southern Denmark is in search of an opportunity to join forces in a consortium to tackle the challenges in healthcare collectively. The Interreg call focuses on fair access to digital health communication.
University College of Northern Denmark is looking for project partners for Radiography Erasmus+ call
University College of Northern Denmark looking for partners within the radiography area, such as educational institutions, research labs, and technical partners, to apply for an Erasmus+ project.
ERRIN end of year reception - 2023 Highlights
On 7 December, ERRIN celebrated the network’s achievements in 2023. Following an engaging meeting with leaders of our 15 Working Groups, all ERRIN members were invited to a cocktail reception featuring a keynote from Markus Schulte, Head of Cabinet of Iliana Ivanova, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth. Check out ERRIN 2023 highlights in a 3-minute video.
Aix-Marseille Université is looking for partners for HORIZON-EIC-2024-PATHFINDEROPEN-01
Aix-Marseille Université is looking for partners for HORIZON-EIC-2024-PATHFINDEROPEN-01, specifically a partner specialised either in the scale-up of organic molecules or in the development of phytosanitary/drug chemicals.
A look forward: Launching ERRIN reflections on regional dimension in R&I post-2027
Autumn 2023 marked the start of ERRIN’s targeted reflections on regional dimension in research and innovation in the new EU Multiannual Financial Framework post-2027, relating to the next EU Framework Programme for R&I (FP10) and future cohesion policy. We are offering a recap of our activities so far, first messages and planned next steps.
Seeking coordinator for HORIZON-JU-IHI-2023-05-04 Maximising the potential of synthetic data generation in healthcare applications
Health Technology lab (Turku UAS) and Turku PET Center are seeking the opportunity to join a consortium for the IHI call HORIZON-JU-IHI-2023-05-04 Maximising the potential of synthetic data generation in healthcare applications.
Latest Updates
- By Hilary Webb
Flanders' Care & E.E.N. platform designated best practice by EC
The European Commission has identified the Flemish platform 'Care & Industry together against CORONA!' as a best practice.
- By Hilary Webb
Next Generation EU proposed as recovery programme in new EU budget
The European Commission has put forward its proposal for the recovery plan, Next Generation EU, which will be included within the long-term EU budget. The recovery instrument should ensure the sustainable, inclusive and fair recovery for the EU.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
Submit your workshop proposal for the 20201AAL Forum
The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region, as co-organizer of the 2021 edition of the AAL Forum, which will be held in Trieste from May 10th to 12th, is glad to invite you to submit your workshop proposal to create discussions and promote new ways of approaching either of the four tracks of the upcoming AAL Forum.
- By Agnieszka Wieczorek Jetha
Farm to Fork Strategy
The Farm to Fork Strategy aims for healthy and sustainable EU food system. The main priorities focus on tackling the climate change, preserving the biodiversity, protecting the environment, and enhancing access to healthy organic food.
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Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences (UPWr) is looking for partners for the BBI JU call
Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences - UPWr is looking for a consortium or a coordinator interested in the BBI JU call.
- By Hilary Webb
€56 million available for coronavirus solutions
A new call has launched, making €56 million available for medical technologies, digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) that can offer solutions to the coronavirus crisis.