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Q-HELIX EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY ALLIANCE

About Q-Helix

An inclusive European alliance connecting higher education, research and society through the Quintuple Helix approach.

The Q-Helix ecosystem

The Q-Helix European University Alliance brings together 11 partners across Europe around a common vision of inclusive, innovative education and research. Recognised with the European Commission’s Seal of Excellence, the initiative works to develop joint solutions to societal challenges.

Q-Helix builds on the Quintuple Helix model: cooperation among academia, industry, public authorities, civil society and the natural environment. The alliance brings partners together to develop learning opportunities, research collaboration and innovation through an international ecosystem.

The Seal of Excellence recognises the quality of the proposal; it does not mean that the alliance has been funded through the Erasmus+ European Universities initiative.

Q-Helix ecosystem illustration

Our four areas of cooperation

Security

A multidimensional approach to security and migration, including the experiences of Belarusian political migrants and communities in Mitrovica, Kosovo.

Healthcare

Interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers and clinicians, spanning prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and mental and physical wellbeing.

Environmental conservation and restoration

Work on sustainability, environmental monitoring, restoration and related projects, including Ocean Literacy and urban environmental data.

Smart City Development

Smart infrastructure, responsible energy use, connected security and digital assistance supporting accessible, safe and sustainable urban living.

Innovation, sustainability and lifelong learning

Q-Helix brings together university expertise with businesses, public institutions and society. Its approach connects research and practical development with flexible lifelong learning, including upskilling and micro-credentials, to support the green and digital transitions.

Environmental sustainability

Advancing cooperation and practices supporting environmental conservation.

Smart communities

Supporting innovative responses to cities' evolving needs.

Flexible education

Opening accessible, adaptable learning pathways for learners throughout life.

Zdzisława Dacko – Pikiewicz

“Together in Q-helix we are building international ecosystems that tackle security, health, environmental conservation, and smart cities – driving sustainability, innovation, and flexible learning paths for a better future.”

Ewelina Widerska, WSB University