08:45
30 min
Check-in
Accreditations & Networking Breakfast
Attendee reception, official GALOP documentation distribution, and morning welcome coffee in the Central Hall of Factoria Coma Cros.
CONFERENCE · GALOP PROJECT
ONE HEALTH
CONNECTING SCIENCE AND BUSINESS TO DRIVE FUTURE WELL-BEING.
The health of the future is built upon a global perspective: nutrition, physical activity, emotional well-being, environment, and innovation. An event to share experiences and forge new collaborations.
TRANSDISCIPLINARY PARADIGM · GALOP
ONE HEALTH
01 / MANIFESTO
“The health of the future does not depend on a single discipline.”
Science, business, nutrition, physical activity, well-being, environment, and innovation share a single challenge.
THE PARADIGM
A holistic and cross-border perspective.
The health of the future is built upon a holistic vision: nutrition, physical activity, emotional well-being, environment, and innovation.
This is the One Health paradigm, the core of an event bringing together companies, researchers, athletes, healthcare professionals, and institutions to share expertise and generate new collaborations.
01
Conscious Nutrition
From farm to table. High-precision nutrition, sustainability, and culinary excellence as drivers of preventive health.
02
Physical Activity & Sport
Exercise as essential medicine. From elite athletics to community social prescribing programs.
03
Science & Biotechnology
Direct knowledge transfer from centers of scientific excellence to the productive business ecosystem.
04
Sustainable Territory
Cross-border ecosystem linking Catalonia, Andorra, and Occitanie for balanced regional development.
65%
European Union Interreg Co-financing
5
Territories: Girona, Andorra, Lleida, Perpignan, Occitanie
15+
World-class keynote speakers
GALOP PROJECT · STRATEGIC PILLARS
Working for a healthy and sustainable future: We drive collaboration between science, innovation, and business to enhance public well-being and regional competitiveness.
OFFICIAL AGENDA
Conference Program
Thursday, October 8, 2026 · Coma Cros Cultural Factory Auditorium, Salt.
Master of Ceremonies
Mercè Sibina
Journalist at TV3
09:15
05 min
Institutional Welcome
Official Opening of the Conference
09:20
10 min
GALOP Observatory
Presentation of Results: Cross-border GALOP Sustainability Observatory
Diagnosis and key sustainability indicators of small and medium-sized enterprises across the border region of Catalonia - France - Andorra.
09:30
45 min
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FEATURED INSPIRATIONAL TALK
Leading a healthy life: when nutrition and sports transform society
Joan Roca i Fontané
Chef and co-owner of El Celler de Can Roca
×
Marc Gasol i Sáez
President of Bàsquet Girona & international sports icon
“An inspiring dialogue on the vital role of healthy habits, nutrition, physical activity, and social leadership in building a healthier society. Highlighting the shared values between world-class gastronomy, athletics, and health promotion through the One Health lens.”Explore the featured talk spotlight
10:15
25 min
Health Campus
The Health Campus of Girona Health Region: a future opportunity for the territory
Strategy to transform the new Health Campus into a leading biomedical, clinical, and academic hub in Southern Europe.
10:40
60 min
Cross-border Panel
Fostering health entrepreneurship: experiences from the Chambers of Girona, Andorra, Lleida, Perpignan, and Occitanie
Roundtable on entrepreneurial ventures, open innovation, and cross-border synergy.
Maria Masbernat Almenara
Founder of STARS · Gamified telerehabilitation (University of Lleida)
Albert Farré
Head of Business & Co-founder of 4Mediks (Andorra) · Biosecurity & botanical solutions
Dra. Marie Mirouze
Cléomics (Perpignan) · Founder & Researcher UPVD/CNRS/IRD (Early cancer detection with AI)
Dolors Rafart Pujadas
Plant Director at ESTEVE Celrà
Marc Font
CEO & Co-founder of Inbrooll
Laura Ferrer Soler
R&D Director, Human Health Division at Hipra
Moderation:
Cristina Adroher
Deputy Managing Director ICS-IAS Girona & Director of Strategy, Innovation and Evaluation
11:40
60 min
Success Stories
Venturing for better health: success stories in sports, health, and well-being
Inspiring journeys from innovative enterprises, athletes, and regional initiatives.
Quim Fontané
Founder of European White Water School & World Freestyle Kayak Champion
Toni Vidal
Technical Director at Club Bàsquet Salt
Mònica Geronès i Rovira
Community Lead at Graveletes, member of Girona Gravel Girls
Àlex Salas
Founder of North3 & Professor of Sports Science at EUSES
Ivon Maritza Henao
Co-founder Avancem Santa Clara Cooperative · E-Cures Platform Project
Susanna Esteba
Researcher & Head of Neurodevelopmental Disorders Research Group (IDIBGI)
Xavi Herrero & Antonio Hernandez
Physiotherapist & Nurse at ABS Salt · Community Health & Social Prescribing Leads
Moderation:
Dolors Martin
Employment and Entrepreneurship Officer at Salt City Council
12:40
20 min
Food & Sustainability
Innovating to feed the future: health, technology, and sustainability
How cutting-edge nutritional research and sustainable manufacturing processes transform the future of European food.
13:00
60 min
Dynamic Hub
Innovation Speed Dating Space
A dynamic matching environment connecting companies, researchers, and entrepreneurs. Identifying shared goals and catalyzing genuine technology transfer opportunities.
Explore the matching methodology →
14:00
60 min
Closing & Networking
Professional Networking Lunch
A culinary networking session designed to foster collaboration among businesses, researchers, public leaders, and innovators from across regions.
FEATURED KEYNOTE · 09:30 AM
COMA CROS AUDITORIUM
JOAN ROCA
×MARC GASOL
Leading a healthy life: when nutrition and sports transform society.
An inspiring conversation highlighting the vital role of healthy habits, nutrition, physical activity, and social leadership in building a resilient society.
The chef of El Celler de Can Roca and the president of Bàsquet Girona will explore shared values across world-class gastronomy, athletics as an educational pillar, and holistic wellness through the One Health perspective.
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Conscious nutrition rooted in regional identity
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Culture of dedication and sustained physical vitality
03
Civic leadership driving positive social impact
STRATEGIC COOPERATION
DISCOVER. CONNECT. COLLABORATE.
The conference catalyzes strategic alliances between businesses, researchers, public bodies, and entrepreneurs. A dedicated framework turning ideas into real-world projects.
01
New Projects
Identifying joint challenges and building interdisciplinary consortia across biotechnology, agrifood, and healthcare.
02
Open Innovation
Co-creating cutting-edge solutions by embedding applied research methodologies directly into local SMEs.
03
Knowledge Transfer
Direct bridges connecting world-class research institutes (IDIBGI, universities) with business commercialization models.
04
Partnership Opportunities
Robust cross-border alliances uniting Catalonia, Andorra, and Occitanie to unlock joint European funding.
FEATURED SESSION · 1:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
Innovation Speed Dating Space
A dynamic fast-paced matching space designed to connect businesses, researchers, and entrepreneurs.
The activity aims to identify shared interests, strengthen ties, and generate actionable collaboration opportunities.
The primary goal is to foster strategic connections that trigger new joint-venture projects, open innovation workflows, and tangible technology transfer between research and industry.
Introduction & Facilitation
Nadina del Moral
Managing Director of the Girona Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBGI)
Request participation in Speed Dating
Limited capacity for registered professionals
STRATEGIC MATCHING CIRCUIT
15-MINUTE ROTATIONS
RESEARCH
Biomedical Institutes & Universities
IDIBGI · UdG · CNRS · UPVD
ENTERPRISES
SMEs & Agrifood / Health Industry
Noel · Hipra · Esteve · PIMES GALOP
VENTURES
Startups & Disruptive Innovators
Girona · Lleida · Andorra · Perpignan
OCTOBER 8, 2026 · SALT (GIRONA)
FACTORIA CULTURAL COMA CROS
One Health.
Diverse perspectives.
One shared future.
Science, enterprise, and communities gather in Salt to share knowledge and create new opportunities.
DATE & TIME
Thursday, October 8, 2026
08:45 AM to 3:00 PM
VENUE
Coma Cros Cultural Factory Auditorium
Carrer de Sant Antoni, 1 · 17190 Salt (Girona)
FORMAT
In-person with pre-registration
Free registration · Limited spots