Thessaloniki Action for HeAlth and Wellbeing Living Lab

Thess-AHALL, active since 2014, is a unique research and innovation hub in Thessaloniki. It promotes regional development and sustainable health technologies, focusing on physical, mental, and social health, active and healthy ageing, and quality of life. It co-creates technological solutions to ease independent living, improve conditions for older adults, chronic patients, and vulnerable populations, and empower the healthcare workforce. Powered and governed by the Lab of Medical Physics & Digital Innovation of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), it has engaged in citizen science and participatory research with AUTH and other local entities. Since spring 2022, it has relaunched its activities, forming a coalition with a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, focused on oncology research, agri-food, urban resilience, environmental change, and cultural sectors. Thess-AHALL transformed Thessaloniki into an urban living lab, addressing societal and health challenges.

Areas of work:

• Agriculture and (Agri-)Food
• AI and Emerging technologies
• Culture and Creativity (creative sectors)
• Education and/or vocational training
• Environment/climate change
• Health and Well Being
• Media
• Smart Cities and Regions
• Social Innovation & Inclusion
• Urban