The development and implementation of novel and advanced healthcare systems based on ICT requires a greater interaction between healthcare professionals, patients and technological experts. Available health data is becoming massive, and it needs to be handled in controlled environments, under proper ethical criteria, and with respect to fundamental human rights.

The goal of ATHIKA is to build a set of advanced training programmes involving academia, health public administrations, SMEs, start-ups and health business consultants. The diversity of partners’ profiles facilitates to gain an overall perspective of the sector and to identify its most urgent challenges. These partners guide and coach students during the development and implementation of novel ICT solutions in the health sector. The training activities include workshops and a closing symposium to showcase the project results and exchange knowledge between partners, students and health sector stakeholders all across Europe.