Task Forces

The Hub’s seven Task Forces bring together international experts to generate research, guidance, and learning tools that strengthen digital and health literacy and policy worldwide. Each is led by a dedicated specialist in the field and reviewed through quarterly reporting mechanisms.

Task Force #1

Omics & Emerging Technologies

Dr. Ciara Staunton

Legal Scholar and Consultant

Omics & Emerging Technologies

At the leading edge of biomedical advancement, this Task Force analyzes the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomics, biotechnology, and AI in healthcare.

#Genomics #Law #Bioethics #Health Data Governance #Biomedical Sciences #Policy Studies

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Task Force #2

Misinformation & Media Literacy

Aziel Gangerdine

Health Literacy & Compliance Manager

Misinformation & Media Literacy

Focused on the information environment that shapes public perception, this Task Force investigates how health misinformation arises, circulates, and influences decision making.

#Communications #Media Studies #Public Health #Psychology #Information Science #Journalism

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Task Force #3

Healthcare systems & Regulation

Dr. Sofia Palmieri

Post-doctoral Fellow

Healthcare systems & Regulation

At the leading edge of biomedical advancement, this Task Force analyzes the ethical, legal, and social implications of genomics, biotechnology, and AI in healthcare.

#Medicine #Health Law #AI/Computer Science #Regulatory Affairs #Health Economics #Clinical Practice

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Task Force #4

Patient Care & Human Rights

Dr. Teodora Lalova-Spinks

Postdoctoral Researcher

Patient Care & Human Rights

With emphasis on real world healthcare integration, this Task Force equips clinicians and patient organizations with the knowledge needed to engage digital health tools effectively.

#EU Law #Human Rights #Data Protection #Bioethics #Patient Advocacy #Philosophy

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Task Force #5

Community Digital Health Literacy

Antonis Kousoulis

Director of Partnerships

Community Digital Health Literacy

Grounded in community lived experience, this Task Force explores how digital literacy relates to everyday health behaviors, chronic disease prevention, and mental well being.

#Public Health #Education #Behavioral Science #Sociology #Community Development #Health Informatics

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Task Force #6

Transatlantic Health Innovation

Orestis Trasanidis

EIT AI Leader; Managing Director

Transatlantic Health Innovation

Situated at the intersection of international collaboration and innovation, this Task Force connects EU and U.S. technology ecosystems while incorporating global insights.

#Innovation Management #Policy Studies #Economics #Business Administration #International Relations #Health Technology Assessment

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Task Force #7

Sustainability, Environment & AI

Dr. Stella Apostolaki

Environmental Scientist, Executive Director

Sustainability, Environment & AI

Rooted in the relationship between environmental conditions and human health, this Task Force elevates awareness of ecosystem interdependence.

#Environmental Science #Sustainability Studies #AI Ethics #Climate Policy #Energy Studies #Systems Thinking

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