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.
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 can take part?
The program is open to all healthcare professionals working in a public hospital — physicians, paramedical and administrative staff. Residents are welcome with their supervisor's agreement. No prior AI or computing skills are required.
What kinds of projects can be submitted?
AI projects that address concrete needs: organizing work (scheduling, repetitive tasks), care coordination, administrative processes, quality and safety. Both early ideas and existing prototypes are welcome.
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 are projects selected?
Four criteria: relevance of the need (concrete, field-rooted problem), potential impact (improvement of care or working conditions), technical feasibility, and regulatory/ethical compliance.
What is expected from project leads?
Active participation. Regular availability is expected for collective workshops and working sessions — about two hours per week during the incubation phase.
What does the open call ask for?
An online form covering: personal information (name, phone, email, institution, department, role), the need or pain point, any potential solution in mind, available data or prototype, beneficiaries (patients, caregivers, institution, other), expected concrete improvements, and what you expect from the program.
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