July Ecosystem News
Welcome to this month's edition of the ECHAlliance Ecosystems News, your go-to update on the latest health innovation from across our global network.
This issue highlights inspiring work from our ecosystem members in Europe and Canada, from tech-enabled care and healthy ageing to regulatory breakthroughs and collaborative healthcare models.
Explore the stories and events driving the transformation of health systems worldwide.
The La Aldehuela Hub: innovation and care in a single space
The La Aldehuela Innovation Hub in Zamora, Spain, is a pioneering space blending technology and care, developed by the Castilla y León Regional Government in collaboration with Cluster-SIVI . As part of the Castilla y León Ecosystem, it promotes innovation in social and healthcare through initiatives like therapeutic gardening, virtual reality, and mobility workshops. Its “Living Lab” enables real-life demonstrations of assistive technologies, empowering both professionals and vulnerable groups. This hub positions Castilla y León as a national reference in tech-driven personal care solutions.
Find out about the Hub's work here
Register for the AGE-WELL 10th Annual Conference!
The AGE-WELL 10th Annual Conference returns to Montréal on October 22–23, 2025, uniting Canada’s ecosystem and global experts to explore innovation in healthy ageing. Under the theme Collaborate – Innovation – Elevate, the event will feature cutting-edge research and thought-provoking panels. The conference also hosts the 2025 envisAGE Forum, co-led by MEDTEQ+ and AGE-WELL, focusing on AgeTech commercialization. Early bird rates available until August 13!
Learn more about the event here
Innovating Health Together Conference 2025
Health Cluster Portugal brings the Innovating Health Together Conference 2025 to Porto on October 28–29, spotlighting “Tech-enabled Prevention for a Better Future.” As Portugal’s top health innovation event, it will gather 600+ global leaders, innovators, and startups. Highlights include the HealthTech Showroom, a live Hospital Innovation Challenge, and a showcase of 100 transformative solutions from the Health from Portugal Agenda.
Discover why you should attend the event here
Summit by NoBoCap - Unlocking the MDR/IVDR and AI Act for SME Innovation in Europe!
Health technology leaders from across Europe, including the Health technology iVita cluster from Kaunas, Lithuania, will take part in the NoBoCap Project Summit 2025 in Brussels on October 15–16. This high-level event brings together SMEs, regulators, and innovators to explore how to navigate MDR/IVDR and the upcoming AI Act. Through workshops, panels, and insights from EC representatives, the summit supports medtech innovators in staying compliant and competitive. A key opportunity for Lithuania’s health tech ecosystem to connect and grow on the European stage.
Find out more about the summit here
Healthcare Hackathon Bayern – Erlangen 2025
Get ready to shape the future of healthcare at the Healthcare Hackathon Bayern – Erlangen 2025, taking place from 6–8 November. This dynamic event brings together IT experts, clinicians, students, and innovators to co-create groundbreaking solutions for the healthcare sector. Over three days of collaboration, creativity, and competition, participants will tackle real-world challenges and pitch their ideas to a jury. Medical Valley EMN e. V. supports this initiative, reinforcing its role as a leading health innovation hub in Germany.
Lean more about the Hackaton here
Stay tuned for more updates from our vibrant global ecosystem next month!