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SHINE 2Europe presented the NewEcoSmart project at the FUTURAL event
Natália Machado, Project Director at SHINE 2Europe, participated in the first edition of the FUTURAL European Rural Innovation Forum (EU-RIF), a...
SHAFE Foundation workshop: Building SHAFE Together – Ideas, Impact, Implementation
On 15 May 2025, the SHAFE Foundation hosted a dynamic and engaging online workshop under the theme “Building SHAFE...
AFECO Project wraps up with final webinar on age- and eco-friendly living solutions
On 16 May, the AFECO consortium held its final webinar titled ” Empowering older adults to apply age- and...
BRAVE-WOW officially kicks off in Coimbra with vision for a safer workplace across Europe
The BRAVE-WOW project – Building Respectful And Violence-free gender-inclusive Environments in the World Of Work – was officially launched on 12...
Innovation and Sustainability: The Grand Societal Challenges Conference will bring together national experts in Porto
On May 29, 2025, the ICBAS Auditorium at the University of Porto will host the conference Innovation and Sustainability:...
SHINE 2Europe will be participating in the 30th German Prevention Congress
SHINE 2Europe will be represented at the 30th German Prevention Congress, to be held in June in Augsburg, Germany....
Carina Dantas will moderate European panel on collaborative cancer research
On May 6, Carina Dantas, co-researcher on the EUonQoL project and CEO of SHINE 2Europe, will moderate a panel...
SHINE took part in the 2nd CCI4EU Capacity Building Conference in Brussels
On April 10 and 11, SHINE 2Europe was represented by its CEO, Carina Dantas, at the Capacity Building Conference...
SHINE Joins Kick-Off of HERA Project to Empower Women through Reskilling
April 15, 2025 – The HERA | Helping Empower Women through Reskilling and Advancement project was officially launched in an...
SHINE presents progress on OneAquaHealth Citizen Science activities in Naples, Italy
On April 7-8, Angela Freitas and Harm op den Akker, representing SHINE 2Europe, landed in Naples, Italy – famous...
SHINE at the PAAR-net Training School in Vilnius
April 1st was a particularly active and fruitful day for SHINE 2Europe, with the team participating in multiple events...
SHINE 2Europe promotes sustainable innovation with the active participation of the Braga Senior Academy
SHINE 2Europe, a Portuguese SME dedicated to promoting inclusive and sustainable communities, is transforming the way older adults adopt...
SHINE 2Europe strengthens participation in the co-creation of Artificial Intelligence for heart failure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare, and the AI4HF project – “Artificial Intelligence for Heart Failure” – plays a...
AGE-MEDU Consortium’s First In-Person Meeting in Šibenik, Croatia
On March 18th and 19th, SHINE joined the AGE-MEDU consortium in Šibenik, Croatia, for the project’s first in-person transnational...
SHINE partner in the international HERA project, led by NOVA, to empower women 45+ in Europe
SHINE 2Europe, in partnership with nine European organizations led by the National School of Public Health of the University...
SHINE 2Europe is part of a project that promises to revolutionise European tourism with digital innovation and sustainability
On 12 and 13 March, the city of Palermo in Sicily hosted the official launch of a project that...
New publication from the COPE project reinforces the importance of effective interventions for young NEETs
The COPE project, of which SHINE 2Europe is a partner, has just launched a new publication that analyzes interventions...
SHINE participates in another YoungCare Transnational Project Meeting
On 17 February, the YoungCare consortium gathered online for a transnational project meeting to discuss the latest project developments....
Carina Dantas emphasised the importance of ethics in artificial intelligence at the 4th Algarve Breast Cancer Congress
SHINE 2Europe’s CEO, Carina Dantas, took part in the 4th Algarve Breast Cancer Congress, addressing one of today’s most...
SHINE 2Europe highlights strategic partnerships for a Just Transition
SHINE 2Europe was represented at Webinar 7: Strategic Partnerships for a Just Transition, organised by the European Association for...
SHINE2Europe takes part in OECD event on social policy challenges
Carina Dantas, CEO of SHINE 2Europe, was in Paris to take part in the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation...
RiverWalk in Coimbra under the OneAquaHealth project
On February 22nd, the MARE – Marine and Environmental Sciences Centre of the University of Coimbra is organizing a...
YoungCare Project Holds Final European Roundtable, Facilitated by SHINE
On January 22, SHINE, as the leader of the Sharing and Promotion Work Package of the YoungCare project, facilitated the...
SHINE was in Naples to discuss strengthening rural communities and the green digital transition
On 29 January, Naples hosted the NewEcoSmart project meeting, which brought together various Italian stakeholders to discuss strategies for...
Carina Dantas at the 4th Algarve Breast Cancer Congress: technology as an ally in the digital age
Carina Dantas, SHINE 2Europe‘s CEO, will be present at the 4th Algarve Breast Cancer Congress, where she will be...
Over 50 participants joined SHINE 2Europe’s International Workshop on Inclusive Clinical Studies
On 21st January 2025, SHINE 2Europe hosted the online International Workshop on the Design and Implementation of Inclusive Clinical...
SHINE 2Europe is the only Portuguese partner in the READI project, which receives almost 70 million to promote fairness in clinical trials
SHINE 2Europe joined, in Madrid, 72 organisations from 18 countries for the launch meeting of the READI consortium ‘Research...
SHINE 2Europe took part in the RadioVal consortium meeting
On 23 January 2025, the RadioVal consortium meeting took place, an online event that brought together the partners from...
International Workshop Design and Implementation of Inclusive Clinical Studies | main results
Over 50 stakeholders actively participated in the International Workshop Design and Implementation of Inclusive Clinical Studies, organised by SHINE 2Europe and held online on 21st January 2025. ...
SHINE starts a new international project that aims to create an inclusive society for people with dementia
SHINE 2Europe kicked off 2025 with the launch of MEMORABLE in Sofia, Bulgaria. This project, funded by the Erasmus+...
SHINE 2Europe Projects to be Showcased at PAAR-net Training School on Participatory Co-Creation Methods
Our SHINE 2Europe projects YoungCare, AFECO, and DigitalScouts will be showcased at the PAAR-net Training School on Participatory Co-Creation Methods at Mykolas Romeris University in...
SHINE enhances the results of its projects with the NewEcoSmart Toolkit
SHINE 2Europe continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and sustainability by using the results of previous projects to...
SHINE 2Europe: five years promoting inclusive communities
SHINE 2Europe, a company from the Central region of Portugal that promotes inclusive communities for all citizens, celebrated its...
PRIORITY45 | The European project that creates new learning opportunities for adults over 45
SHINE 2Europe, a company from the Central region of Portugal that specializes in applied research to promote inclusive communities,...
SHINE 2Europe participates in the XII National Congress of Senology
From 6th to 8th November, Cascais hosted the XII National Congress of Senology under the theme “Precision Medicine in...
SHINE 2Europe contributes to European collaboration on cancer data
SHINE 2Europe’s CEO Carina Dantas participated at the EOSC4Cancer stakeholder workshop, held on December 2nd, to present innovative approaches...
The NewEcoSmart (NES) Pilot Program is Now Available!
NewEcoSmart aims to create an inclusive social innovation approach to upskill adults aged 45 and above in rural areas,...
SHINE Presents Key Outcomes of YoungCare Project at TETRA-S Multiplier Event
On November 26, Inês Saavedra, on behalf of SHINE 2Europe, presented the YoungCare project at the TETRA-S Multiplier Event...
YoungCare European Roundtable on Informal Caregiving: Shaping Future Policies and Support Strategies
On November 20, SHINE, supported by partners from the YoungCare consortium, led a European roundtable as part of the...
SHINE 2Europe was in Gijón, Asturias for the 3rd General Assembly of the GUARDIANS project
SHINE 2Europe, represented by Ângela Freitas, recently travelled to the beautiful city of Gijón, Asturias, to join the 3rd...
PRIORITY45 Highlights of the NES Sustainability Webinar: Training as a Pillar of Innovation
On 21 November 2024, the NES Sustainability Webinar: Education as a Pillar of Innovation brought together experts and stakeholders to discuss...
SHINE starts FITT-NESS project to boost sustainability and innovation in smart homes in Portugal, Spain and Italy
SHINE 2Europe announces its participation in the European project FITT-NESS – Fostering Innovation & the Twin Transition for iNclusive...
SHINE 2Europe supports the creation of the Inclusive Entrepreneurship Alliance
SHINE 2Europe is joining a new European campaign for inclusive entrepreneurship, joining forces with more than 40 organisations across...
Bridging Science and Society: SHINE’s Role in Horizon Europe Projects
SHINE’s commitment to advancing participatory research was showcased by Miriam Cabrita and Inês Saavedra at the OpenLab.Brussels conference in...
SHINE reinforces innovation for healthy living at final INTEGER meeting
The INTEGER project, of which SHINE 2Europe is a partner, is funded by the European Commission’s Horizon Europe programme...
Kick-off of Medi-Case | a New Mediterranean Cancer Screening Network
Carina Dantas, CEO of SHINE 2Europe, joined a team of international public health leaders in Brussels on October 24 to...
SIRENE framework for regional innovation presented at INTEGER webinar
On September 16, 2024, Miriam Cabrita, project manager at SHINE 2Europe, presented SIRENE (Social Innovation Responsive Environments Network) during...
Promoting sustainable and inclusive communities through NET4Age-Friendly and SIRENE
On October 14, Carina Dantas and Willeke van Staalduinen joined a session at the Council of Europe under the...
Social innovation strategies for ethical and trustworthy AI: the crucial role of a facilitator
On September 24, 2024, Miriam Cabrita, a representative of SHINE 2Europe, presented the multi-disciplinary approach to fostering trustworthy AI...
Social Innovation Strategies for Ethical and Trustworthy AI: Engaging Global and Local Stakeholders
On September 24, 2024, Miriam Cabrita from SHINE 2Europe presented the social innovation framework utilized in the AI4HF project at the First...
SHINE Presents PRIORITY 45 at Universidade de Coimbra
PRIORITY45 Portuguese National Event was organised on October 21st, as of the European Studies Conference Cycle. This event attracted...
SHINE launches Portuguese version of DESIRE Platform to promote inclusive design
SHINE has finalised the translation of the DESIRE educational platform into Portuguese, as an action to promote sustainability and accessibility to the...
SHINE on day 3 of EU Week on SHAFE
On the third day of the EU Week on Sustainable and Inclusive Communities: the Future is SHAFE, the co-organiser...
Perspectives from SHINE 2Europe on day 2 of the EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities
The second day of the EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities, centred on the theme “The Future is...
SHINE 2Europe co-organises and leads discussions on smart and healthy environments at the EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities – Day 1
The EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities kicked off in Brussels, at Odysee University, with a packed room...
NET4Age-Friendly and SIRENE results delivered at the Committee of the Regions, in Brussels
On October 2, 2024, as part of the EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities: the Future is SHAFE,...
Pink October: SHINE’s commitment to the fight against cancer
October is the month internationally dedicated to raising awareness of breast cancer, a disease that affects millions of women...
Successful Webinar Showcases the Priority 45 Project and Promotes Lifelong Learning
On October 9th, the PRIORITY45 project was presented in a special webinar, in a presentation led by SHINE 2Europe,...
SHINE 2Europe takes part in the European Studies Conference Cycle at the University of Coimbra
SHINE 2Europe will be present at the Cycle of Conferences in European Studies, an initiative organised by the European...
YoungCare Project Showcased at EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities: Co-Creating Solutions for Caregivers
On October 3, during the “Impact of Demographic Change: Holistic and Integrated Solutions” panel at the EU Week for Sustainable...
AGE MEDU project kicks off: International consortium collaborates to improve geriatrics education in Europe
On September 26th, the Consortium of AGE MEDU had its first meeting, and SHINE, as a partner was also...
NESHack event ends with innovative solutions for ecological and digital transformation
The NESHack event is a hackathon organised in the project NewEcoSmart, aiming to Italy develop innovative solutions addressing challenges related to...
AFECO Transnational project meeting in Wroclaw
On September 12 and 13, the AFECO consortium convened in Wroclaw, Poland, with the Wrocław University of Environmental and...
SHINE 2Europe Presents Citizen Science Protocol at International Geographical Congress
On August 28, 2024, Inês Saavedra of SHINE 2Europe showcased the Citizen Science activities protocol at the 35th International...
SHINE 2Europe and CO-SECUR recall safety concerns after earthquake in Portugal
In the wake of the recent earthquake in Portugal, which raised concerns about safety during and after an earthquake,...
Brussels will host EU Week for Sustainable and Inclusive Communities: the Future is SHAFE
The capital of the European Union will be the epicenter of social innovation and sustainability as it hosts the...
SHINE 2Europe joined the ALLVIEW EU network for VET Excellence
SHINE 2Europe joined the ALLVIEW EU network for VET Excellence in the EU wood and furniture sector, coordinated by...
SHINE Presents INTEGER at the 31st APDR Congress in Leiria, Portugal
On June 27, a member of the SHINE 2Europe team, Inês Saavedra, presented the INTEGER project at the 31st...
SHINE 2Europe Presents NewEcoSmart Project at the 31st APDR Congress in Leiria, Portugal
On June 27th, SHINE 2Europe presented the NewEcoSmart project at the 31st APDR Congress on Regional Innovation Ecosystems and...
SIRENE Social Innovation framework presented in Portugal at the “Double Helix of Care” Seminar in Leiria
On June 20th, SHINE 2Europe, represented by its project director Natália Machado, had the privilege of participating in the...
SHINE 2Europe was in Transnational Project Meeting of YoungCare in Gouda, Netherlands
The Transnational Project Meeting of YoungCare took place in Gouda, Netherlands, from July 18 to 20, 2024. AFEdemy hosted...
Last meeting of the NET4Age-Friendly Management Committee in Romania
In an atmosphere full of enthusiasm and some sadness, the representatives of COST Action NET4Age-Friendly gathered in Bucharest, Romania,...
SHINE highlights innovation and sustainability with 3 projects at the 31st APDR Congress
SHINE 2Europe has 3 presentations approved for the 31st APDR Congress on Regional Ecosystems of Innovation and Sustainable Development....
SHINE shared its cancer research projects
SHINE 2Europe shared its work on cancer-related initiatives in a webinar attended by around 350 participants. The meeting, entitled...
SHINE shared ethical model for AI in healthcare in Sweden
SHINE 2Europe, represented by Carina Dantas, took part in the GCPCC 2024 conference in Gothenburg, Sweden. This was the...
SHINE 2Europe took part in Dialogues with Future
On June 6, SHINE 2Europe took part in a round table discussion at ISCTE | Instituto Universitário de Lisboa,...
SHINE was in Helsinki for the second in-person meeting of the CO-SECUR project
On June 4 and 5, the SHINE team travelled to Helsinki, Finland, for the second in-person meeting of the...
SHINE traveled to OSLO to discuss progress of OneAquaHealth
OneAquaHealth, a project in which SHINE is a partner, is coordinated by the University of Coimbra, a region that...
SHINE will share insights on the workshop “Technology for co-working on health and active life”
On 13 June, 2pm CEST, Carina Dantas, CEO of SHINE 2Europe and Chair of NET4Age-Friendly will take part on...
SHINE Evaluated Educational Platform with Citizens
The healthcare system in Europe has been rapidly digitizing, but not all its users possess the necessary digital, health,...
Demonstrating and discussing the potential of Citizen Science in environmental and public health research
On May 21, 2024, Harm op den Akker of SHINE 2Europe presented the plans for Citizen Science activities in the...
RadioVal and AI4HF presented at GCPCC, Sweden
Carina Dantas, CEO of SHINE 2Europe, presented SHINE’s stakeholder engagement model at the Global Conference on Person-Centred Care 2024, held...
RadioVal social innovation results discussed with University of Porto students in an ethical health session
The Pharmacy Faculty of the University of Porto (FFUP) received Natália Machado, Project Director at SHINE 2Europe, for a lecture...
Seminar “Double Helix of Care: in the Community and in Organizations – Showcasing Programs and Practices for Longevity”
On June 20, in Leiria, SHINE’s Project Director, Natália Machado, will take part in the Double Helix of Care...
SHINE discussed digital empowerment of citizens at expert workshop
On May 29, SHINE 2Europe took part in an exciting discussion on empowering citizens and other ecosystem actors in...
GUARDIANS Project General Assembly in Prague
The SHINE 2Europe team, represented by Ângela Freitas and Natália Machado, participated in the GUARDIANS project General Assembly. This...
RadioVal Presented at International Conference on Building Sustainable and Participatory Environments
The RadioVal project was showcased at the International Conference: Building Sustainable and Participatory Environments on the slot dedicated to...
SAA Project Multiplier Event in Portugal was a success
On 7 May 2024, Portugal hosted the Smart Against Ageism (SAA) multiplier event. This event was part of the...
SHINE was in Brussels to the Final Conference and last Consortium Meeting of COPE’s project.
On 15 and 16 of May 2024, the COPE partners were together for the Final Stakeholder Conference that was...
International Conference Building Sustainable and Participatory Environments
The University of Porto and SHINE 2Europe are organising the International Conference Building Sustainable and Participatory Environments, that will...
SHINE discussed ethics at the Oncology Spring Meeting, in Évora
SHINE 2Europe, represented by its Project Director Natália Machado, participated in the Oncology Spring Meeting on April 13 in...
SHINE 2Europe will present Citizen Science approaches in the OneAquaHealth Project
Harm op den Akker, a researcher at SHINE 2Europe, will be presenting the methods for citizen engagement in the...
EU-funded project boosts social innovation and healthy living
The SIRENE project, funded by the European Union and coordinated by SHINE 2Europe, is excelling in driving social innovation...
Entrepreneurial and social innovation skills driving inclusion and tackling the innovation divide
SHINE 2Europe leads lay publication with the results of the session Entrepreneurial and social innovation skills driving inclusion and tackling...
YoungCare project’s guidance release
SHINE 2Europe, a partner in the YoungCare project, is pleased to announce that YoungCare’s guidance: orientations for younger adults...
GreenerAge’s results official release!
SHINE 2Europe is pleased to announce that GreenerAge’s project results have been released! These results include the compendium, trainer...
SHINE CEO highlights SIRENE’s role in European Commission webinar
Carina Dantas, CEO of SHINE 2Europe, was one of the featured speakers at the webinar organised by the European...
SHINE 2Europe team published 3 articles in prominent projects
The SHINE 2Europe team is pleased to announce the publication of three relevant articles in the projects funded by...
89 people in the Portuguese multiplier sessions of Culture on Prescription organised by SHINE 2Europe
SHINE 2Europe has been working for the past two years, alongside 7 partner organizations from six other European countries,...
Speaking with Carina Dantas: Ethics in Artificial Intelligence in healthcare
The CEO of SHINE 2Europe, Carina Dantas, was recently invited by UNICA4EU to share her vision on the use...