Hasselt University is a young, independent and innovative university which is regionally anchored and has a pronounced regional, national and international orientation. Academic and scientific freedom, social engagement and attention for ethical standards are the basic principles of Hasselt University’s research and education policy. In the European Commission’s U-Multirank, is ranked in the top ten universities worldwide. The Environmental Epidemiology research domain within the Centre of Environmental Sciences at Hasselt University is embedded in a multidisciplinary national and international network.

Since its founding in 1928, Aarhus University (AU) has evolved into a leading public university with a broad international presence and strong research credentials across all fields of study. AU consistently ranks as one of the world’s top universities. It houses around 38,000 students, 10,700 employees, 1,800 PhD students and nearly 1,000 postdoctoral scholars.

Located in Roskilde near Copenhagen, the Department of Environmental Science (ENVS) comprises about 150 employees – alongside its students and guest researchers. ENVS’ interdisciplinary, problem-oriented research covers environmental ecology, environmental and atmospheric chemistry, microbiology, biotechnology and physics (including noise pollution). It also encompasses the economic, political, and social dimensions of environmental issues. Moreover, the department provides research-based advisory services to public authorities.

The NRCWE (National Research Centre for the Working Environment) is Denmark’s largest research institution in occupational health and safety (OSH). As an independent public-sector research institution under the Danish Ministry of Employment, the NRCWE is highly regarded both nationally and internationally for its professionalism, innovation, and its ability to conduct research at the highest international level.

Each year, the NFA publishes around 200 scientific papers, with approximately 70% appearing in leading journals relevant to its core research areas. The NFA’s expertise in OSH spans several key areas, including:

• Chemistry and Microbiology in the Working Environment
• Psychological Working Environment
• Physical Working Environment
• Safety and Accidents
• Economics of the Working Environment

NIPH is a government agency under the Ministry of Health and Care Services.  The institute will produce, summarize and communicate knowledge to improve public health in Norway and outside Norway.  Target groups are the general public, municipalities in Norway, national authorities and international organizations. The division of Climate and Environmental Health studies the effects of chemicals (including air pollution), physical factors and climate on human health. The division has the largest group of human toxicologists in Norway. They offer advice to national authorities and the Scientific Committee on Food and the Environment, but also to international organisations like ECHA, EFSA, WHO, and OECD. The Department of Chemical Toxicology focusses on the effects of chemicals on the immunesystem and the developing brain. The department is involved in a number of EU projects like Eximious, ONTOX , Polyrisk, BrainHealth  and PARC Scimago Institutions Rankings (SIR) report from 2024 ranks NIPH among top 8^th percentile worldwide for our research.

The Central Institute for Labour Protection – National Research Institute (CIOP-PIB) in Poland is a key institution dedicated to improving occupational safety, health, and ergonomics. With a strong focus on research and practical applications, the institute works to identify and mitigate workplace hazards, enhance working conditions, and promote the well-being of employees across various sectors.

CIOP-PIB provides expertise through research projects, the development of safety technologies, and training programs aimed at supporting employers, workers, and policymakers. Its work contributes to creating safer and healthier workplaces, helping to reduce occupational risks and improve overall productivity. CIOP-PIB is also actively engaged in standardization, testing, and certification processes for machinery, manufacturing devices, and personal and collective protective equipment.

As a national leader in labour protection, CIOP-PIB also collaborates with international organizations and networks (PEROSH & EUROSHNET), ensuring that its initiatives align with global standards and best practices. The institute continues to play an important role in fostering a culture of workplace safety in Poland.

We are a public sector institution dedicated to promoting and developing biomedical research, innovation, and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, located in Barcelona, Spain. Since our establishment in 1994, we have been committed to identifying and implementing new solutions to society’s health problems. Our efforts have led us to achieve leadership and excellence in clinical and translational biomedical research, both nationally and internationally. We strive to bridge the gap between laboratory research and patient care, ensuring that scientific advancements translate into tangible health benefits. Our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to address complex health challenges, fostering an environment of continuous learning and innovation. Through our dedication, we aim to improve health outcomes and contribute to the global scientific community. Additionally, our strategic location in Barcelona, a hub for scientific research and innovation, enhances our ability to collaborate with leading institutions and attract top talent from around the world.

accelopment is a Swiss SME that assists research institutions and companies in EU project management and the dissemination and exploitation of project results. It is specialised in European research and innovation support initiatives, such as Horizon Europe and the SME focused Eurostars programme. accelopment’s multi-disciplinary and highly qualified staff has over 25 years of experience in EU and national funded projects in Health, Biochemistry, Energy, ICT, Materials and other areas.

Since its foundation in 2008, accelopment has collaborated with more than 1,000 organisations in Europe and beyond, starting with the 7^th Framework Programme and continuing into Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe. accelopment is ISO 9001 certified and internationally accredited by IQnet and members of the Swiss Association for Quality and Management Systems.

Biogenity is a Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in comprehensive omics research and discovery. They offer a wide range of services encompassing proteomics, metabolomics, transcriptomics, and multiomics, facilitating every step from sample preparation and analysis to data interpretation of biological findings. Their tailored workflows support biomarker discovery, treatment effect monitoring, and personalized medicine development.

Additionally, Biogenity provides specialized services such as data cleaning, statistical analysis, bioinformatics, and AI-powered data processing, ensuring high-quality, actionable insights for both academic and industrial research projects.

With a passion for research, Biogenity also participates in EU projects like EXIMIOUS and EXPOSIM to advance basic research and develop new methods and tools, expanding the boundaries of knowledge derived from omics data using bioinformatics and machine learning.

For more than five decades, NOVA NSPH has been active in the development of Public Health, both in Portugal and internationally. NOVA NSPH has a consolidated and diversified training offer, ensuring the training of highly differentiated health leaders and professionals. It also develops research of quality and excellence with national and international relevance. NOVA NSPH is also strongly committed to the community, through institutional cooperation and intersectoral partnerships, strengthening lifelong education and designing, implementing, and evaluating health interventions and policies.

For 600 years, KU Leuven has been driven by unending curiosity and a search for knowledge. KU Leuven features consistently in Europe’s top-15 universities within the Times Higher Education ranking. Worldwide our university ranks #45 in the 2024 edition of the same ranking.

KU Leuven is a research intensive university, a setting for both fundamental and applied research, with a strong inter- and multidisciplinary background and a clear international orientation. We aim for research excellence, a contribution to societal and cultural debates and the realization of a real knowledge society.

In 2023, KU Leuven reported a total research expenditure of € 739.9 M, excluding University Hospitals Leuven. 81.1% of our acquired funding stems from external sources: 45.1% from competitive regional or national funders, 8.6% from European funding (FP7/H2020) and 27.4% through industrial contracts.

In Horizon Europe, KU Leuven participates in 334 projects (coordinating 130 projects), ranking 1st with regard to the budget awarded (€ 207.6 M) and.number of projects in the league of Higher Educations (HES) Institues. In the MSCA-Doctoral Network programme, KU Leuven is the leading HES with 53 projects focusing on the training of young scientists.