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Europe is at a turning point in healthcare. With the rising costs of healthcare delivery, fragmented datasets and the slow adaptation and change of healthcare systems, the time to act is now.  

Reflecting this urgency, EIT Health structures our core business activities across the areas that are most needed: each of our Flagships contributes to some of the top health priorities identified in Europe.

Our Flagship Calls invite our communities, and beyond, to work with us on tackling specific challenges relating to these health priority areas. If you’re seeking funding, collaborators or support to bring your ideas to life, read on to find out more.

Currently we have two open Flagship calls, The Re-industrialisation of Europe and Digital Transformation of Healthcare.

Click on each Flagship below to find out more:

Flagship one – The
Re-Industrialisation of Europe

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To significantly boost growth, job creation, and the green and digital transition, it is crucial to unite knowledge, expertise and resources across the EU. This Flagship will support the deployment of innovative healthcare products and production processes for pharmaceuticals. It aims to accelerate medical advancement and foster the resilience of the EU health industry by enhancing drug discovery.

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Why is it important? It will have an expanded scope, addressing two challenges: a focus on equipping Europe with a strong, innovative and export-friendly healthcare industry, alongside developing lasting and innovative European manufacturing capabilities regarding critical products, notably pharmaceuticals.

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By focussing on unmet medical needs such as rare diseases and developing innovative and more sustainable production processes for pharmaceuticals, the projects supported by this Flagship will improve the quality of healthcare and increase the EU's preparedness for emerging health threats, while contributing to the green transition.

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To significantly boost growth, job creation, and the green and digital transition, it is crucial to unite knowledge, expertise and resources across the EU. This Flagship will support the deployment of innovative healthcare products and production processes for pharmaceuticals. It aims to accelerate medical advancement and foster the resilience of the EU health industry by enhancing drug discovery.

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Why is it important? It will have an expanded scope, addressing two challenges: a focus on equipping Europe with a strong, innovative and export-friendly healthcare industry, alongside developing lasting and innovative European manufacturing capabilities regarding critical products, notably pharmaceuticals.

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By focussing on unmet medical needs such as rare diseases and developing innovative and more sustainable production processes for pharmaceuticals, the projects supported by this Flagship will improve the quality of healthcare and increase the EU's preparedness for emerging health threats, while contributing to the green transition.

Interested in applying for this Flagship?

Supporting documents

Find out everything you need to know about applying for The Re-industrialisation of Europe call, including information on the different funding areas available, the application process, and terms and conditions:

Flagship two – Digital Transformation of Healthcare

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Advanced technology and data utilisation is driving the shift towards digital healthcare to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services. This Flagship aims to support the digital health transformation in Europe and has two focus points: the development of, and access to, digital health medical devices, and the implementation of the European Health Data Space by exploring the secondary use of data.

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It will also look at how we train and develop patients, citizens, and healthcare professionals on the importance of using and sharing data and digital tools to enhance the quality-of-care pathways.

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Why is it important? Developing digital health medical devices and data sharing play a major part in the digital transformation of healthcare, as it will help unlock the power of datasets and health registries for innovation that results in improved outcomes. Crucially, it will also support patients and citizens to take control of their own health data, with the aim of informing and improving the care they receive.

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Advanced technology and data utilisation is driving the shift towards digital healthcare to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services. This Flagship aims to support the digital health transformation in Europe and has two focus points: the development of, and access to, digital health medical devices, and the implementation of the European Health Data Space by exploring the secondary use of data.

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It will also look at how we train and develop patients, citizens, and healthcare professionals on the importance of using and sharing data and digital tools to enhance the quality-of-care pathways.

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Why is it important? Developing digital health medical devices and data sharing play a major part in the digital transformation of healthcare, as it will help unlock the power of datasets and health registries for innovation that results in improved outcomes. Crucially, it will also support patients and citizens to take control of their own health data, with the aim of informing and improving the care they receive.

Interested in applying for this Flagship?

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    Solutions from our community

    We initiate products to create solutions, upskill the brightest minds through our programmes, and support start-ups to success. Discover some of our community’s previous work related to the Digital Transformation of Healthcare here:

    ASSIST
    The ASSIST consortium is developing the first AI-based solution for the early detection and accurate triage of acute coronary syndromes. 

    CareMetric
    Through AI—based gait analysis, CareMetric’s solution will provide individualised advice on symptoms and treatment for Parkinson’s patients.

    ProHeart
    ProHeart is a therapy companion designed to improve survival rates and quality of life for patients with heart failure.

    Discover more

    Refer to the 2024 Flagship Call

     

    In the Spotlight

    Biel Glasses: Smart glasses for the visually impaired

    EIT Health helped Biel Glasses realise their idea through our Patient Innovation Bootcamp. Jaume Puig and his wife, Dr Constanza Lucero, were inspired to innovate by a desire to help their son, Biel, who has low vision, commonly known as tunnel vision. They went on to develop Biel Glasses, which are smart glasses that use 3D vision and artificial intelligence algorithms to detect obstacles for wearers. The solution enables people with low vision to navigate the world more independently, transforming their lives.

    Watch the film

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    Bring your idea to life

    Are you motivated to drive progress in this field? Apply now for the 2025 call under one of our specific activities relating to the Digital Transformation of Healthcare, including:

    DiGinnovation programme
    If you are a top CE-marked digital health micro and small enterprise, we link you with international entities to create a consortium that will improve healthcare delivery by accelerating the uptake of digital medical devices by healthcare professionals and patients and expediting market launch of the innovation while preparing you for the reimbursement process. 

    Innovation to Market projects
    If you have a CE-marked, or soon-to-be approved, digital medical device, we’ll support your entry into new EU markets by both, helping you generate robust evidence of your solution’s relevance in the target geography and, build commercial partnerships which help drive market uptake.

    Education modules towards EIT-labelled Certification
    Provide high quality content which addresses the talent gaps in the European Healthcare sector, and feeds into modules for the EIT Health Academy lifelong learning catalogue.

    EIT Health Catapult
    Help manage this training programme for ambitious life sciences and healthtech start-ups and facilitate growth by coordinating with investors, organising mentoring sessions, appointing pitch trainers and more.

Supporting documents

Find out everything you need to know about applying for the Digital Transformation Of Healthcare call, including information on the different funding areas available, the application process, and terms and conditions:

Flagship three – New Models to Deliver Healthcare

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Society is constantly evolving, but healthcare systems can't keep up with our ever-changing needs. This Flagship looks at how we can redefine healthcare models and implement robust analysis of databases in place to establish a foundation for value-based healthcare: one where success measures are based on patient outcomes and a shift from treatment to prevention.

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Why is it important? A value-based healthcare system ensures that resources are optimised, patients receive the best possible care and that a proactive approach to health becomes the norm, which ultimately helps to improve individual and societal well-being.

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Using patient-reported outcomes and real-world data, projects within this Flagship will aim to convince payors of the value they bring to patients helping to drive changes in standard reimbursement models. This in turn will help to promote the integration of innovative solutions and services into new markets.

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Society is constantly evolving, but healthcare systems can't keep up with our ever-changing needs. This Flagship looks at how we can redefine healthcare models and implement robust analysis of databases in place to establish a foundation for value-based healthcare: one where success measures are based on patient outcomes and a shift from treatment to prevention.

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Why is it important? A value-based healthcare system ensures that resources are optimised, patients receive the best possible care and that a proactive approach to health becomes the norm, which ultimately helps to improve individual and societal well-being.

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Using patient-reported outcomes and real-world data, projects within this Flagship will aim to convince payors of the value they bring to patients helping to drive changes in standard reimbursement models. This in turn will help to promote the integration of innovative solutions and services into new markets.

Update on this Flagship

As EIT Health is already supporting multiple projects for activities under this Flagship from our 2023 and 2024 Flagship Calls, we are not currently calling for activities under
this Flagship. Nevertheless, we are always reassessing the healthcare landscape to ensure we offer the best opportunities to drive impact and may revisit this Flagship soon. Please visit this page for regular updates and keep an eye on our social channels for future related opportunities.

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    Solutions from our community

    We initiate products to create solutions, upskill the brightest minds through our programmes, and support start-ups to success. Discover some of our community’s previous work related to New Models to Deliver Healthcare here:

    HARMONICS
    HARMONICS aims to integrate data from regional electronic medical health records to create a centralised stroke outcome registry.

    DigiPrevent
    DigiPrevent is creating a digital screening procedure and a blood-based diagnostic tool to provide personalised prevention and early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

    High Value Care Ambassadors Course
    This course enables students to learn about the how, what and why of value-driven care.

    Discover more

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    Bring your idea to life

    Our Flagships contribute to some of the top health priorities identified at European level. When we next have an open call for this Flagship, we will be calling for innovation and education projects and programmes that are in line with these priority areas.

    If you have an innovative project or an idea for an upskilling/reskilling education programme and are looking to form a consortium, we encourage you to apply to future calls. We will let you know when our next call will be open and how to apply when the time comes.

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    In the Spotlight

    Health Integrator: supporting the prevention of type 2 diabetes.

    To tackle the issue of stretched healthcare budgets in the battle to prevent type 2 diabetes, EIT Health worked with the Health Integrator team on a digital service for those who are at risk of chronic diseases. The platform, which is underwritten by pension funds, using a health impact bond, allows individuals to make lifestyle changes with the support of a health coach, bridging the gap between prevention and reactive healthcare.

    Watch the film

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