Submission of applications from January 20 to February 1, 2025
Within the framework of the call for the revitalization of IDIVAL’s biosanitary research for 2025 (PLADIBIO), the “Support IDIVAL” program is consolidated as a key tool for the support and sustainability of the research groups of the Marqués de Valdecilla Research Institute Foundation (IDIVAL). This year, the program has an unprecedented budget allocation of 465,400 euros, a figure significantly higher than that of previous calls.
The aim of the program is to recognize and promote the scientific activity of the groups attached to IDIVAL, offering funding based on their research output. The funds are designed to cover operating expenses and strengthen innovative initiatives. The allocation will be made based on several criteria, such as:
– Indexed scientific publications.
– Attraction of external funding managed through IDIVAL.
– Development of patents.
– Doctoral thesis direction.
Deadlines and submission requirements
IDIVAL research groups can submit their reports and applications from January 20 to February 1, 2025, inclusive. It is essential to comply with the requirements established in the call to ensure the evaluation and allocation of funds.
For more information and access to the complete call, please visit the following link:
Call for proposals Support IDIVAL 2025
Submission of applications from January 20 to February 1, 2025 Within the framework of the call for the revitalization of IDIVAL’s biosanitary research for 2025 (PLADIBIO), the “Support IDIVAL” program is consolidated as a key tool for the support and sustainability of the research groups of the Marqués de Valdecilla Research Institute Foundation (IDIVAL). This […]
Aimed at promoting the attraction of talent, innovation, internationalization and boosting patient studies
IDIVAL launches 8 programs to boost biosanitary research called through the PLADIBIO program published in the BOC of January 13, 2025 that seek to promote the promotion and recruitment of talent, facilitate innovation, internationalization, the promotion of studies on patients as is the case of those developed in the Cantabria Cohort promoted by IDIVAL and the development of non-commercial clinical trials.
A program that seeks to incorporate new generations of clinical researchers, specifically including Primary Care and Nursing, and with a vision of the necessary synergy with other knowledge-generating agents in our Autonomous Community and companies.
The call programs for this year 2025 are the following:
– Program nº 1: “Support IDIVAL” Program. Its objective is to support the development of IDIVAL’s research groups.
– Program No. 2: “Next-Val” Support Program for Emerging Researchers. It aims to support research projects led by emerging researchers.
– Program No. 3: “Inn-Val” Innovation Support Program. Aims to support innovation projects in Health.
– Program No. 4: “Int-Val” Researcher Intensification Program. Its purpose is to intensify research activity by partially substituting healthcare activity.
– Program No. 5: “Prim-Val” Primary Care Support Program. Its purpose is to promote research activities in the field of primary care.
– Program No. 6: “Dtec-Val” Technological Development Support Program. Its purpose is to promote technological development projects.
– Program No. 7: “Inplant” program for the implantation of new clinical researchers. Aims to attract new clinical researchers to the Valdecilla environment.
– Program nº 8: “Mentoring” program for the implantation of new residents. Its aim is to attract residents with an excellent profile to the Valdecilla environment.
In addition to the programs called by this Resolution, IDIVAL’s research budget for 2025 will support the following expenses:
a) Annuities of predoctoral contracts called in past fiscal years.
b) Co-financed calls.
c) Contribution for the operation of “Cohorte Cantabria” in the amount of 500,000 €.
d) Training contracts for support personnel in the areas of management and technological services.
As a whole, the overall budget foreseen for all these actions, including the ones herein called for, will be 2,081,651 €.
DEADLINES FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS
The deadlines for submitting applications for the different programs will be as follows:
Aimed at promoting the attraction of talent, innovation, internationalization and boosting patient studies IDIVAL launches 8 programs to boost biosanitary research called through the PLADIBIO program published in the BOC of January 13, 2025 that seek to promote the promotion and recruitment of talent, facilitate innovation, internationalization, the promotion of studies on patients as is […]
On December 19th, IDIVAL’s facilities became the venue for the launch of a Cantabrian network of European project managers, an initiative aimed at enhancing the region’s R&D capabilities at the European level. This event, which brought together 24 institutions, marks the beginning of a collaborative strategy to connect Cantabrian research with Brussels and promote participation in funding programs such as Horizon Europe.
The event began with an official welcome by Marta García, Director General of European Funds; Óscar Fernández, Director General of Planning, Organization, and Digital Health; and Galo Peralta, Managing Director of IDIVAL. Following the opening, participating institutions presented their strategic research lines, showcasing the diversity and potential of Cantabria in fields such as health, energy, digital technologies, and social sciences.
Attendees had the opportunity to delve deeper into available European funding programs, with a particular focus on the specific opportunities offered by Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives. These presentations served to identify common areas of interest and stimulate collaboration among the various stakeholders present.
One of the key moments of the event was the presentation by Marcos López Hoyos, IDIVAL’s Scientific Director, who shared the experience of the “Brussels Mission.” This case study demonstrated how a strategic and well-coordinated approach can maximize success in accessing European funding and was widely regarded as a model for future joint initiatives.
To conclude the event, a space for debate and questions allowed attendees to discuss concrete ideas to strengthen the newly created network. Later, a networking session provided a unique opportunity to build closer connections among participants and explore new collaborations.
Looking ahead, plans include organizing a new “Brussels Mission” open to all sectors represented in the network, further strengthening Cantabria’s presence in the European research and innovation landscape. It was also emphasized that the network is open to new members, allowing for the creation of additional synergies and fostering regional benefit.
More information: https://www.idival.org/network-of-rd-managers-in-cantabria-for-europe/
On December 19th, IDIVAL’s facilities became the venue for the launch of a Cantabrian network of European project managers, an initiative aimed at enhancing the region’s R&D capabilities at the European level. This event, which brought together 24 institutions, marks the beginning of a collaborative strategy to connect Cantabrian research with Brussels and promote participation […]
Raquel Yotti, PERTE’s commissioner for Vanguard Health, visited Cantabria to learn first-hand about advances in healthcare innovation in the region. During her stay, Yotti toured the facilities of the Marqués de Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL), where she was briefed on the progress of the VALDATA project, an initiative that seeks to transform the use of health data in Cantabria.
Yotti also held a meeting with the Cantabria Regional Minister of Health, César Pascual, in which they discussed the opportunities and challenges presented by the VALDATA project. Both agreed on the importance of this initiative to position Cantabria as a benchmark in the health data economy and highlighted the importance of collaboration between institutions for the success of the project.
Yotti’s visit underlines the commitment of PERTE for Vanguard Health to projects that promote the digitisation and efficient use of data in the health sector, aligning with the European Data Strategy and strengthening the regional and national health system.
The Strategic Project for Economic Recovery and Transformation (PERTE) for Vanguard Health is a Spanish Government initiative aimed at transforming the healthcare sector through science, innovation and digitalisation. It aims to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of patients, strengthening the National Health System (NHS) and promoting the creation of quality employment. Its strategic objectives are the implementation of Personalised Precision Medicine: Integrating genomic, clinical and environmental data to offer more effective and personalised treatments, developing Advanced Therapies and Innovative Drugs, generating an Innovative Data system and promoting the Digital Transformation of Healthcare.
The VALDATA project: Cantabria towards a Health Data Economy is an ambitious initiative that seeks to integrate the region into the European Health Data Space (EEDS) and position it as a reference in the digitalisation of healthcare in Europe.
VALDATA’s main objective is to promote the secondary use of health data in a secure, reliable and ethical way, enabling advances in biomedical research, technological innovation and healthcare improvement.
The project, which is part of the €1.7M PERTE for Vanguard Health, has been awarded to the Marqués de Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL) within the Sectoral Data Spaces 2023 call, funded by the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan – NextGenerationEU, under the management of the Ministry of Digital Transformation and Public Function, through the Secretary of State for Digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence. Valdata will implement four strategic pilots that will address challenges such as the monitoring of bacterial multi-resistances, personalisation of treatments and the connection between primary and secondary data to strengthen the quality of healthcare.
The project will count on the collaboration of key actors in the regional ecosystem, including the Cantabrian Health Service, academic institutions, technology companies and business associations. In addition, it will draw on the resources of the Cantabria Cohort, which integrates data from more than 38,000 volunteers, combining information on lifestyle, clinical tests and advanced biomarkers, becoming an essential basis for enriching research.
The expected impact is significant: VALDATA will not only enhance clinical research and promote innovation in healthcare, but will also act as a driver of socio-economic development in the region. It is expected to generate new business opportunities, skilled employment and strengthen the competitiveness of Cantabria and the national industry in the field of the data economy. This initiative reinforces Spain’s commitment to the European Data Strategy and leadership in the health digitalisation sector.
Raquel Yotti, PERTE’s commissioner for Vanguard Health, visited Cantabria to learn first-hand about advances in healthcare innovation in the region. During her stay, Yotti toured the facilities of the Marqués de Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL), where she was briefed on the progress of the VALDATA project, an initiative that seeks to transform the use […]
The Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Valdecilla (Idival) will be a key actor in the 1st Conference: Humanising our Health System, organised by the Cantabrian Health Cantabrian Health Service (SCS) on 11 December. This event, conceived as a space for reflection and action, will address the importance of placing people at the centre of the health people at the centre of the health system, promoting a more respectful, close and empathetic care.
The day will feature a programme designed to explore different aspects of humanisation in healthcare. of humanisation in public health. It will begin with the presentation of a strategic plan for humanisation in Cantabria, which will set out the roadmap for integrating this for integrating this approach into everyday healthcare practice. It will also innovative initiatives will also be highlighted, such as ‘The Ambulance of Desire’, a project that has project that has demonstrated how small gestures can transform the experience of patients in vulnerable situations.
Throughout the day, attendees will share experiences and best practices carried out in the region’s healthcare centres, highlighting the progress made in the field of humanisation. In addition, there will be a participatory workshop focused on creativity and innovation, where participants will work on generating practical solutions to the challenges posed by the humanisation of healthcare.
The closing of the event will include a collective reflection on the main conclusions and a final conference in online format, which will underline the relevance of humanising health services as an essential strategy to improve the quality of care and strengthen the link between professionals and patients
For Idival, participation in this conference reinforces its commitment to the integration of research and innovation in the service of a more humane care. This meeting represents an opportunity to connect scientific knowledge with practices that have a direct impact on the experience of users and the quality of the healthcare system.
The Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Valdecilla (Idival) will be a key actor in the 1st Conference: Humanising our Health System, organised by the Cantabrian Health Cantabrian Health Service (SCS) on 11 December. This event, conceived as a space for reflection and action, will address the importance of placing people at the centre of the health […]
Cantabria has taken a decisive step towards the future of public healthcare with the Digital Health Plan 2024-2028, presented at the conference ‘Cantabria’s Digital Health Plan: connecting innovation and people’. This meeting, held at the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital, brought together healthcare professionals, technology experts and managers to discuss how digitalisation can revolutionise healthcare.
The plan, promoted by the Directorate General for Planning, Organisation, Knowledge Management and Digital Health, articulates its actions in three strategic axes: the transformation of the care model, the improvement of auxiliary processes and the strengthening of ICT governance. It also integrates digital tools that promote equity, research and more personalised care.
Key projects: research and connected health
One of the pillars of the plan is remote patient monitoring, which will enable early detection of health problems through smart connected devices. This approach aims to reduce unnecessary hospitalisations and improve quality of life, especially for people with chronic diseases. In addition, the Command Center, a centralised control centre, will coordinate the flow of patients and resources in real time to optimise hospital management.
Research also occupies a prominent place in the strategy. The COHORTE Cantabria Project, based on the analysis of large volumes of data, promises to advance in personalised medicine, facilitating the identification of patterns in chronic diseases and improving health outcomes. Artificial intelligence will also be used to optimise diagnoses and clinical decisions, positioning Cantabria as a leader in healthcare innovation.
Towards a preventive and equitable model
The Digital Health Plan emphasises the importance of empowering patients by providing them with technological tools to manage their own health. The MiSalud@SCS app will make it possible to consult medical results, receive follow-up alerts and access personalised recommendations. In addition, educational programmes will be developed to reduce the digital divide and encourage the use of these tools in all sectors of the population, with a special focus on rural areas.
The meeting also highlighted the relevance of digitisation in addressing structural challenges, such as inequity in access to healthcare and the ageing of the population. Technological solutions aim not only to improve the patient experience, but also to reduce geographical barriers and facilitate care in remote areas.
A conference to connect people and innovation
The conference, organised by IDIVAL–UC together with the Regional Ministry of Health, focused on how digital technologies can transform healthcare. Under the slogan ‘connecting innovation and people’, it encouraged the exchange of experiences and knowledge among participants, highlighting the role of research and innovative projects as drivers of change.
With an initial investment of 98 million euros and the backing of the Cantabria Digital Agenda 2024-2028, this plan positions the region as a benchmark in digital health. Cantabria is moving towards a more efficient and sustainable healthcare model that focuses on people’s wellbeing, marking a turning point in healthcare.
Cantabria has taken a decisive step towards the future of public healthcare with the Digital Health Plan 2024-2028, presented at the conference ‘Cantabria’s Digital Health Plan: connecting innovation and people’. This meeting, held at the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital, brought together healthcare professionals, technology experts and managers to discuss how digitalisation can revolutionise healthcare. […]
Next Thursday, 12 December, the Valdecilla Research Institute (IDIVAL), in collaboration with the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII) and the Ministry of Health, will hold the conference ‘Your Health, Our Priority’ at the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital (Gómez Durán Hall).
This event, which is free of charge and open to the general public with prior registration, will create a space for the exchange of knowledge on health at European level, focusing on the EU4Health European funding programme.
The conference will have two main blocks:
The event is aimed at both health professionals and the general public interested in research and funding opportunities in health.
Registration is open (Link)
For any queries you can contact the IDIVAL European projects office through the website (link) or by telephone on 942 20 28 57
How to get there?
How to get to Gómez Durán Hall, Tower B, HUMV Santander (link)
Next Thursday, 12 December, the Valdecilla Research Institute (IDIVAL), in collaboration with the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII) and the Ministry of Health, will hold the conference ‘Your Health, Our Priority’ at the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital (Gómez Durán Hall). This event, which is free of charge and open to the general public with […]
The Psychiatry Service of the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital has developed the ‘Centre of Excellence for Difficult-to-treat Depression and Suicide Prevention’ programme, reaffirming its commitment to the comprehensive care of these disorders due to their functional, social and economic impact, as well as the risk they pose to patients’ lives. This programme combines a personalised approach, the incorporation of innovative technologies and continuous evaluation to optimise therapeutic results.
The main objective of the conference, held on 7 November in the Hall 21 of the hospital, was to disseminate the characteristics of the Difficult to Treat Depression (DDT) and High Resolution Suicide Prevention (CARS) programmes. During the session, the clinical intervention strategies and the results obtained were presented, as well as encouraging debate on the implementation of similar models in other hospitals.
The event featured presentations by leading professionals, such as Dr. Jesús Artal, head of the Psychiatry Service, and Dr. Ana de Santiago, head of the CARS programme, who addressed key issues such as the intensive outpatient management of suicidal behaviour and individualised treatment for resistant depression. They also highlighted advances such as the use of mobile solutions for the intensive monitoring of suicidal risk and the Personal Safety Plan.
The day included round table discussions, debates with attendees and presentations on the relevance of a multidisciplinary approach that integrates clinical, psychological and social factors. The event culminated with a working lunch, encouraging the exchange of ideas among participants.
This meeting, is an example of the ongoing commitment of the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital to innovation in mental health, always seeking to improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
The Psychiatry Service of the Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital has developed the ‘Centre of Excellence for Difficult-to-treat Depression and Suicide Prevention’ programme, reaffirming its commitment to the comprehensive care of these disorders due to their functional, social and economic impact, as well as the risk they pose to patients’ lives. This programme combines a […]
At the meeting of the Board of Trustees held on 29 October 2024, the Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL) approved a new R&D&I Quality Policy, reflecting its commitment to excellence, efficiency and continuous improvement in all its research and innovation processes. This policy not only aims to strengthen support for research professionals and guarantee quality in the eyes of funding bodies, but also constitutes an essential requirement for accreditation as a Health Research Institute by the Carlos III Health Institute.
IDIVAL’s management has established the following guidelines and key commitments:
This new policy not only reflects the institute’s commitment to quality, transparency and continuous improvement, but also responds to the requirements for accreditation and recognition as a Health Research Institute of excellence. It also underlines the importance of open science as a pillar for making the knowledge generated by researchers accessible to society as a whole.
With this new policy, IDIVAL reinforces its position as a benchmark in health research, ensuring that its activities not only respond to the needs of the health system, but also generate a positive impact on the scientific community and society.
At the meeting of the Board of Trustees held on 29 October 2024, the Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL) approved a new R&D&I Quality Policy, reflecting its commitment to excellence, efficiency and continuous improvement in all its research and innovation processes. This policy not only aims to strengthen support for research professionals and guarantee quality […]
28 November at 13:00: First steps in writing European proposals
In this session, you will learn practical tips on how to write clear and structured proposals effectively. This training is aimed at improving the quality and impact of your documents.
Registration: You can register via the following link.
Both trainings will be held online and are completely free of charge.
For any queries you can contact the IDIVAL European projects office (link) and telephone 942 20 28 57
28 November at 13:00: First steps in writing European proposals In this session, you will learn practical tips on how to write clear and structured proposals effectively. This training is aimed at improving the quality and impact of your documents. Registration: You can register via the following link. Both trainings will be held online and […]
