The European Commission and EU member states launched a call for participation in a pan-European Hackathon to connect innovators, partners and buyers across Europe to develop innovative solutions to coronavirus-related challenges.

The Hackathon, which will take place on 24, 25 and 26 April, is structured around categories of problems that need short-term solutions in relation to coronavirus health and lifebusiness continuityremote working and education, social & political cohesion, digital finance and an open category for other challenges. Feel empowered to get creative!

The winning solutions will be invited to join a European Innovation Council Platform that will facilitate connections with end users (e.g. hospitals) and provide access to investors, foundations and other funding opportunities from across the European Commission. Click here to find out more information about the event and visit our events webpage to discover similar events.

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