Mentech Innovation: Emotion-Intelligent Robot System for people with impaired cognition

Europe’s ageing population is putting a strain on healthcare, with increasing cognitive decline and a shortage of caregivers leading to heightened risks of loneliness, depression, and anxiety among the elderly. In response, a pioneering solution is emerging from a Dutch-Norwegian collaboration: an emotionally intelligent robotic system that enhances patient care while supporting healthcare workers.

The system, created through a partnership between Mentech (NL), SARA (NL), VitalThings (NOR) and the University of Bergen (NOR), will use Emotional Intelligence (EI) technology to assess and respond to the emotional states of patients. By combining real-time data with personalized profiles, these robots will deliver customized interactions, alleviating healthcare staff’s workload and improving patient well-being. This innovation promises a future where technology enhances human-centered care, setting a new standard for the industry.

Subsidy scheme: Eurostars

The Eurostars subsidy helps European companies that collaborate internationally in innovative Research and Development (R&D) projects by reducing the risk of innovation. The Eurostars subsidy supports innovative small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it one of the more accessible European innovation subsidies. The Ministry of Economic Affairs allocates €22 million annually for the Eurostars program, divided across two calls per year.

Cooperation with Craeghs

Craeghs played a pivotal role in securing the Eurostars grant by expertly handling the entire application process, leading to a successful outcome that satisfied all partners involved. The Eurostars trajectory is known to be complex and demanding, requiring a deep understanding of both technical requirements and administrative procedures. Craeghs not only managed the formal obligations in both The Netherlands and Norway but also provided valuable technical insights, allowing the consortium to navigate the complexities of the application smoothly. Craeghs’ expertise in European subsidy schemes ensured that the project was aligned with Eurostars’ stringent criteria. This comprehensive support allowed the consortium’s partners to focus on their core strength—innovating— with Craeghs handling the complexities behind the scenes.

Interested?

Craeghs Consultancy has extensive experience with Eurostars applications and is always on the lookout for new opportunities to find a suitable Eurostars program for our clients. If you are working on an R&D project with a European partner, Eurostars might be right for you. Feel free to contact us for non-binding advice on how you could use Eurostars to make your joint European project possible. You can reach us at 010 – 243 06 53 or by email at info@craeghs.nl.

Laatst gewijzigd 7 november 2024.