ONEHEALTH, a new cross-border health tech project run by Catalyst has been launched, backed by €10m (£8.7m) in funding.
Led by Northern Irish startup supporting non-profit Catalyst, ONEHEALTH will bring together research organisations from both sides of the Irish border to address critical public health challenges through the development of pioneering technology.
With a focus on artificial intelligence and digital health approaches, the project aims to support a diverse range of issues, including agriculture
Participants of the project include Atlantic Technology University (ATU), Queen’s University Belfast (QUB), Health Innovation Research Alliance Northern Ireland (HIRANI), Tyndall National Institute Cork and the University of Galway.
“This dynamic collaboration is positioning the north as a leader in health and agri-food innovation, delivering cutting-edge digital and AI-driven solutions,” said Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald.
“Partnering with key research and innovation organisations to support SMEs, this investment will strengthen our cross-border innovation ecosystem, address critical health and agri-food challenges, and enable SMEs to create new products and processes that enhance health outcomes and drive economic growth.”
The project is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body.
“We are proud to lead ONEHEALTH, a project that represents a transformative step in how we approach public health challenges,” said Dr Rob Grundy, director of innovation partnerships at Catalyst.
“By connecting expertise across borders and harnessing the power of AI, we will create real tangible, lasting improvements which will benefit generations. This collaboration will not only drive innovation but also create real-world impact for communities and businesses, strengthening our shared health and economic resilience.”
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