A program by & for caregivers — building open, sector-wide AI for public hospitals.
Launched in January 2026 in partnership with AP-HP, Paris. Supported by a $5M grant from Google.org. Now expanding across Europe.
Highlights from our first Demo Day at Hôtel-Dieu, July 2026.
What the program enables
AI agents that adapt to each patient's context, drawing on the institution's own clinical guidelines.
Smoother handoffs between professionals, departments, and external partners across the patient journey.
Repetitive administrative work absorbed by agents, freeing teams for higher-value tasks.
Less paperwork, fewer interruptions, more time at the bedside — where it matters most.
The program calendar
Each proposal is reviewed before selection.
Projects are developed and tested in clinical settings.
Public showcase of the projects built during the pilot phase.
Roll-out to other public hospitals across France and Europe.
Frequently asked questions
What does the program consist of?
A technology platform that lets hospital professionals develop AI prototypes — combined with methodology support, technical assistance, a secure regulatory framework, and open-source infrastructure.
How is data protected?
Data protection is an absolute priority. Every project complies with GDPR and the AI Act. Technologies are audited by independent third parties. Data is anonymized or pseudonymized, with regular security audits. No data is ever used for commercial or private research purposes.
Who takes part in the program?
The program is aimed at healthcare professionals working in a public hospital: physicians, paramedical and administrative staff, including residents with their supervisor's agreement. No prior AI or computing skills were required to join.
What kinds of projects does the program support?
AI projects that address concrete needs: organizing work (scheduling, repetitive tasks), care coordination, administrative processes, quality and safety. Early ideas as well as existing prototypes.
Is the program paid?
No. Impulse is a public-health innovation program dedicated exclusively to projects of general interest. The full program is free of charge for participating professionals and institutions.
How were projects selected?
Four criteria: relevance of the need (concrete, field-rooted problem), potential impact (improvement of care or working conditions), technical feasibility, and regulatory and ethical compliance.
What does the program ask of project leads?
Active participation. Project leads keep regular availability for collective workshops and working sessions, about two hours per week during the incubation phase.
Stay informed about the program
Follow the program's next steps.