Newsletter December 2024
Welcome to the VELES newsletter, the Smart Health Excellence Hub in South-East Europe. Find out what we have done in the last three months.
We Launched A New Report
We’re thrilled to announce that we launched a new report, 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦, where we dive deep into the Southeast European health data landscape, covering Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Greece!
This report reveals the unique challenges and remarkable progress each country is making toward creating a Regional Smart Health Data Space (RSHDS)—our initiative paving the way for the European Health Data Space.
Curious about what’s inside? You’ll find:
- Insightful country-by-country analysis of health data ecosystems
- Key players mapped out: healthcare providers, public authorities, research institutions, and the private sector
- SWOT analysis to understand strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for each region’s data integration journey
Do you want to access the report? Access our website!
Curious about the European Health Data Space (EHDS)?
Discover its core building blocks and explore how its structure, functionality, and transformative potential could drive healthcare innovation across Europe.
Dive into the comprehensive resource prepared by the International Data Spaces Association, one of our Consortium Partners.
Our First Appearance in an Academic Journal
We unlocked another important milestone – the first academic paper that features one of our Consortium partners, 3AE Health – “Diagnostic Hysteroscopy Electronic Health Record System.”
Hysteroscopy still faces a significant documentation challenge due to the lack of standardized reporting protocols. In Cyprus and many clinics worldwide, health records are often paper-based, complicating the global sharing and standardization of health data.
This research reveals how even commonly performed medical procedures, often overlooked by tech vendors, can benefit from innovative, customizable digital solutions. The system presented enhances hysteroscopic data accessibility and supports data standardization, enabling interoperability across borders and creating robust datasets for training AI models.
Authors:
- Alexandros Theodosiou (Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus, Nicosia, & 3AE Health LTD)
- Constantinos Pattichis (Department of Computer Science, University of Cyprus, Nicosia)
- Vasilis Tanos (ARETAIEION IATRIKON KENTRON LIMITED)
- Andreas Panayides (3AE Health LTD & CYENS Centre of Excellence)
Access the full paper on our website to learn more.
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VELES Was Presented at SHIFT-Hub Demo Day
On October 15, our Consortium Partners from Romania, Imago-Mol Cluster, participated at SHIFT-HUB DemoDay in Bucharest, alongside the COPAC Association and the “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy.
Carmen Mihai, Cluster Manager, took the stage to present our visionary plans at the VELES Excellence Hub.
We Were at GATE Annual Conference
On 21st of November, the workshop “Digital Health Diagnostic and Prognostic algorithms, data, platforms and tools” was organized during the GATE Annual Conference 2024, and we were honoured that our project was presented there!
Coming Up – Data Spaces Symposium in March 2025
We’re thrilled to announce the next Data Spaces Symposium will take place at the Hilton Hotel in Warsaw on March 11-12, 2025, during Polish ICT Week.
Organized by the Data Spaces Support Centre and the Data Spaces Business Alliance (Gaia-X, IDSA, FIWARE, and BDVA), this event builds on the success of March 2024, which drew over 900 participants.
Explore how industries like manufacturing, logistics, energy, and mobility are transforming through data spaces. Learn how global data-sharing initiatives are shaping governance, unlocking new business opportunities, and driving the transnational data economy—with Europe leading the charge through pioneering projects and tools like the Data Spaces Blueprint and Toolbox.
What’s in it for you?
- Share Data: Real-world examples showcasing the power of data sharing.
- Unlock Value: Connect with ecosystems and data space leaders to grow your business.
- Boost Impact: From SMEs to global players, join the conversation shaping the future of data sharing.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the data revolution!
How You Can Support Us
If you’re passionate about smart health and our progress toward establishing the RSHDS, connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, or visit our website.
And if you think someone else might be interested too, please share this newsletter with them or encourage them to subscribe here.
Until next time, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Thank you for reading us,
VELES Excellence Hub Team