WS 02 - European Initiatives for Health Research and Development

Europe leads in many areas of research and has developed powerful models of cross-border, cross-sectoral research cooperation. These have helped to increase the EU’s attractiveness as a place for research and innovation, produced high-quality patents and created jobs and growth. The Scientific Panel for Health, one of the expert groups tasked by the Commission, has proposed the creation of a European Council for Health Research to provide a comprehensive policy for health research in Europe, and facilitate cross-border collaboration.

Global partnerships in health research create opportunities for enhanced learning, innovation and better health. Different models for participation, for data sharing and leadership co-exist. Through examples and stakeholders’ debate, the session aims to explore needs and opportunities for future design of European health research and global partnerships.