Society

Social HEImpact

Programme

HEI-Lab witnessed an amplification of its societal influence, notably through several impactful projects. In line with this, we are keen to explore and enhance our potential for social impact further.

On this path, we have organised a dedicated session titled "Social HEImpact." Starting with a presentation by Professor Ramon Flecha, international specialist on Social Impact, the Social HEImpact event had its central focus on the following panel discussion. This forum convened various stakeholders to disseminate the work carried out with social partners and also to deliberate on the prospective trajectory of our research center concerning its social implications.

In a broader perspective, an event that revolved around where HEIlab Stands and how it can position itself to meet the challenges of society.

Full event Video: Social HEImpact

List of institutions involved

LISBON PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL CENTER

Usage of applications developed by HEI-Lab for treating anxiety disorders.
The cognitive-behavioral therapy unit at Júlio de Matos Hospital was reactivated with the purpose of using HEI-LAB VR applications for patient treatment.

APPACDM - Portuguese Association of Parents and Friends of the Mentally Disabled

"Down Syndrome - Aging with Health" Project - Aims to understand characteristics and indicators contributing to knowledge of ageing in people with Down syndrome, from the perspective of their caregivers.
PlayersAll Project - Develops games for a target group of patients with motor dysfunction through occupational therapy

PORTUGUESE MESERICÒRDIAS UNIONS

HEI LAB Project - Developing strategies for an advanced model of home care service.

ALCOITÃO REHABILITATION MEDICINE CENTER

HEI LAB Project - Cognitive stimulation of patients with traumatic brain injury and stroke through activities of daily living in Virtual Reality environments.