15th May 2018
Alexandre Kalache had a central role in the launch of a new platform called Plenae, which integrates information about health and wellbeing in later life.
The platform’s main investor is the business executive Abílio Diniz, one of the most influential Brazilians and member of the board of directors of both Carrefour Group and Carrefour Brasil. The platform was launched at an event in São Paulo, which counted on the participation of national and international experts, such as Ellen Langer, professor of psychology of the University of Harvard. In addition to the opening speech to set the scene, Alexandre Kalache interviewed over 20 experts throughout the day.
The interviews were recorded and are available onYouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMXILrgAjztTgZ2crixpnug
An Erasmus+ project led by Elpida, Fundacja Różne Wątki and Leyden Academy on Vitality & Ageing explores gender differences in adult education participation among people aged 60 and older in the Czech Republic, Poland and the Netherlands.
9th June 2026
A Casebook of Clinical Dilemmas from Around the World – A Graphic novel on medical ethics
Graphic Medical Ethics: A Casebook of Clinical Dilemmas from Around the World presents real-life medical ethics cases from eight countries in graphic (comic) form, offering accessible, multicultural perspectives on complex healthcare dilemmas for both professionals and general readers.
18th May 2026
Getting Older Adults Moving at the Right Time
Research by Gali Albalak explored how the timing of physical activity affects sleep, mood and health in adults aged 60 to 80 years with sleep difficulties. The study found that morning exercise was associated with earlier bedtimes, improved mood and higher energy levels.
6th May 2026
