SHIA strengthens innovation ecosystems in the sport and health sectors by supporting students, researchers, and early-stage entrepreneurs in developing new ideas, services, and technologies. The project builds bridges between universities, innovation hubs, and industry partners to create environments where health- and sport-tech solutions can emerge, be tested, and grow.

Through an integrated training and incubation framework, SHIA offers participants practical tools for opportunity identification, concept development, and early validation. Workshops, mentoring activities, and cross-border peer learning sessions equip innovators with the entrepreneurial mindset and technical understanding needed to address real challenges faced by communities, athletes, and health professionals.

At the institutional level, the project helps universities and innovation centres strengthen their operational capacity, improve coordination, and expand collaboration networks. By aligning training, experimentation, and ecosystem development, SHIA supports the creation of sustainable pathways for talent, ideas, and partnerships to thrive.

Ultimately, SHIA contributes to a more dynamic, connected, and inclusive innovation landscape in Europe’s sport and health domains.