Our Consortium
KU LEUVEN
Project Coordinator
Country: Belgium
City: Leuven
KU Leuven (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven) is a Catholic
research university in the city of Leuven, Belgium. Founded in 1425, it is the
oldest university in Belgium and the oldest university in the Low Countries.
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KU Leuven
is an international community where innovative research forms the basis of all their
academic programmes. Across the university, driven researchers and curious
students continually gain new insights and use their knowledge to tackle the
foremost challenges of our time.
University
has an extensive experience in EU-funded projects, including Horizon Europe and
its predecessors. Renowned for its interdisciplinary research, KU Leuven has
participated in numerous collaborative projects, fostering innovation across
diverse fields such as health, engineering, and social sciences. With a strong
focus on impactful research and knowledge transfer, the university consistently
ranks among Europe’s top institutions for securing competitive funding and
contributing to global challenges.
SAFE FOOD ADVOCACY EUROPE
Country: Belgium
City: Brussels
SAFE (Safe Food Advocacy Europe) was created with the aim of ensuring that consumers’ health and concerns remain at the core of the EU’s food legislation. SAFE is currently the only Brussels-based NGO specialised in the protection and representation of EU consumers in the food sector.
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SAFE strives to ensure safer food standards for consumers by monitoring the EU’s food legislation process and cooperating with EU stakeholders to draft comprehensive food regulations. Organisation notably supports the development of policies and awareness-raising actions which jointly address health, environment, food safety and sustainability, all-the-while being involved in several EU-funded projects aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the food sector, increasing sustainability and promoting healthier food environments for consumers.
With experience in EU-funded projects, SAFE collaborates with key stakeholders to promote transparency, sustainability, and the highest food safety standards in Europe. The organization actively participates in research and advocacy initiatives, addressing critical food-related challenges while representing consumers’ interests in EU decision-making processes.
VLAAMS INSTITUUT GEZOND LEVEN
Country: Belgium
City: Leuven
Gezond Leven is a Belgian non-profit organization focused on promoting public health and well-being, particularly in the areas of nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle choices.
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The organization works closely with public health authorities, researchers, and other stakeholders to implement evidence-based interventions aimed at improving health outcomes across diverse populations. Gezond Leven is also a key player in public health campaigns, often targeting the prevention of chronic diseases, the promotion of healthy habits, and the reduction of health inequalities.
Gezond Leven has been actively involved in various collaborative initiatives, particularly those funded under the Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe programs. Projects typically focus on health promotion, disease prevention, and the development of innovative health policies and practices across Europe. The organization’s expertise in public health communication, behavioural interventions, and policy advocacy has made it a valuable partner in these cross-border initiatives.
FOODBAG.BE
Country: Belgium
City: Gent
Foodbag.be is a Belgian company focused on providing sustainable, healthy meal kits to households. The organization aims to make cooking easy, enjoyable, and environmentally friendly by offering a range of ready-to-cook meals with locally sourced, organic ingredients.
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Foodbag’s service allows customers to create nutritious meals at home while minimizing food waste and supporting sustainable farming practices. The company is committed to promoting healthier eating habits and reducing the carbon footprint of food production and consumption.
ADCOGITO, INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED BEHAVIORAL RESEARCH
Country: Lithuania
City: Vilnius
AdCogito is an international team of researchers focusing their expertise in the areas of behavioural research, circular and sustainable consumption, innovations, health-related behaviour, judgment and decision making, environmental psychology, aesthetics and social influence.
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AdCogito’s team different backgrounds allow them to approach research questions from innovative angles. They have the ability to use and integrate knowledge from different disciplines: consumer behavior, psychology, geopolitics, and management.
AdCogito researchers have experience in attracting and successfully implementing multiple national and international grants from EU H2020, EU Horizon Europe, Fulbright programs, and Lithuanian Research Council.
VILNIUS CITY PUBLIC HEALTH BUREAU
Country: Lithuania
City: Vilnius
Vilnius City Public Health Bureau is dedicated to enhancing public health within the Vilnius municipality through various initiatives and programs.
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Their core functions include public health promotion, monitoring, prevention of communicable and non-communicable diseases, and the implementation of health programs targeting children and youth. They also collaborate with social partners to assess and improve public health strategies within the community.
Vilnius City Public Health Bureau together with other communities and non-Governmental institutions has best position to expose health problems that arise in Vilnius municipality, to evaluate priorities of public health care and implement successful measures of health maintenance and promotion.
VILNIUS UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Country: Lithuania
City: Vilnius
The Faculty of Medicine is one of the largest and most significant in Vilnius University. It has four large Institutes which, in their internal structure, combine smaller departments, clinics, centers, departments and laboratories; also, Biobank of Lithuanian Population and Rare Disorders.
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The Department of Public Health of the Faculty is continuously involved in various projects focused on public health and the factors influencing it. During the 2020–2023 period, the department participated in international research projects that assessed changes in public behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also took part in a study aimed at understanding the pandemic’s impact on the mental health of residents in the European region. Currently, in addition to the DietWise project, the department is involved in two other projects related to the financing and expenditures of healthcare services.
INTERNATIONAL HELENIC UNIVERSITY
Country: Greece
City: Thessaloniki
The International Hellenic University (IHU), based in Thessaloniki, Greece, is a prestigious higher education institution offering interdisciplinary academic programs in English.
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With a strong focus on innovation and research, IHU serves both local and international students, fostering knowledge exchange in fields such as engineering, business, health sciences, and environmental studies. The university is dedicated to promoting academic excellence and addressing global challenges through its teaching and research activities.
IHU has significant experience in EU-funded projects, actively participating in programs like Horizon 2020, Erasmus+, and the European Regional Development Fund. The university has contributed to initiatives focusing on sustainability, disaster resilience, public health, and advanced technologies. By collaborating with international partners, IHU leverages its expertise to drive impactful research and develop innovative solutions for societal and environmental challenges.
INSTITUTE OF COMMUNICATION & COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Country: Greece
City: Athens
Founded in 1989, ICCS is an independent, non-profit research organization dedicated to advancing the values, mission, and strategic goals of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA).
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Over the years, ICCS has exemplified the University’s commitment to scholarly excellence, fostering the integration of research and teaching. It has made significant contributions to Greece’s scientific achievements in computational science and engineering.
Scientific research at ICCS is structured around various interdisciplinary thematic areas, including AI and Smart Systems, Hardware and Software, Computer Networks, Mobile Communications, Control and Automation, Power Production, Transport and Distribution, Energy, Climate, Biomedical and Biomechanics, Information Systems, Management and Decision Support, and Photonics. Our focus is on advancing scientific discovery and driving engineering innovation through cutting-edge, interdisciplinary computing research.
PROLEPSIS INSTITUTE
Country: Greece
City: Marousi
The Prolepsis Institute, established in 1990, is a non-governmental organization based in Greece, dedicated to public health research, health promotion, and environmental and occupational health.
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Its mission is to address significant public health needs in Greece and Europe by conducting rigorous academic research and translating findings into action through education, advocacy, and direct service. The institute emphasizes that health is a fundamental, non-negotiable, and inalienable right for every individual.
Prolepsis has extensive experience in EU-funded projects, having participated in more than 70 EU co-funded and numerous national projects as a coordinator or partner. These initiatives encompass research, applied, and educational activities across various public health domains. Through such collaborations, Prolepsis contributes significantly to advancing public health and promoting health equity across Europe.
Systemic Solutions to Enhance Healthy and Sustainable Food Provision and Cooking at Home.
DietWise is an EU-funded initiative dedicated to revolutionizing food consumption patterns across Europe
Our mission is to tackle the pressing challenges of unhealthy and unsustainable eating habits by empowering individuals to make informed, healthier, and environmentally conscious food choices. The project seeks to enhance the uptake of beneficial tools and applications, improve food literacy, and promote healthy and sustainable diets. It will also develop policy recommendations and integrity guidelines for the industry.
Join us as we pave the way for a systemic shift towards healthier diets and a more sustainable future. Follow our journey and be part of the change!
We aim for the better choices on your table!
Key innovations include the Responsible Cooking Alliance (RCA), a voluntary reporting system for influencers and food environment actors, and RecipeWatch, an AI-powered app that suggests personalized corrections to online recipes to align with nutrition guidelines.
The project focuses on systemic changes, inclusion, and social innovations in food practices
The main goals are to address unhealthy and unsustainable food consumption by developing innovative approaches that streamline existing tools and applications. There will be a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including surveys, interviews, and experiments, to understand food environments and citizen needs. It will also involve co-creation with stakeholders to develop and test new tools and interventions.
