Against Loneliness and for Digital Participation in Old Age
GETA International
Establishment of a learning and development partnership for Berlin companies
Establishment of a learning and development partnership for Berlin companies
The aim of the project is to establish a transfer network of contacts from the social, health and technology industries in the greater Berlin area and Californian companies from these sectors in order to sustainably improve the living conditions of older people. As part of this network, the participants will gain faster access to validated innovations, expertise, best practices and evaluation results from the other region. An exchange of experience that can lead to the joint, international and intersectional development of new products and raise the expansion potential for Berlin companies to a new level. This can increase Berlin's attractiveness for start-ups from all over the world.
GETA International is part of the Programme for Internationalization (PfI-NETZ), funded by SENWiEnBe with funds from the European Union. GETA International is part of the “Berlin goes International” program.
GETA International is part of the Programme for Internationalization (PfI-NETZ), funded by SENWiEnBe with funds from the European Union. GETA International is part of the “Berlin goes International” program.
Delegation trip to San Francisco, GETA International 2025
15.–17. September 2025
GETA International Network is a transfer and development network against loneliness and for digital participation for older adults - An international learning and development partnership.
Participants in the delegation trip will gain a direct insight into Californian innovation ecosystems relating to digitalization, health and social participation. They will learn about innovations to combat loneliness and promote digital participation in old age - through visits to Californian start-ups and local innovation partners. The companies also benefit from the exchange with leading minds from science, business and civil society in the USA and can take away ideas for their own projects, strategies and pilot projects in Germany.
Preliminary Agenda:
Participants in the delegation trip will gain a direct insight into Californian innovation ecosystems relating to digitalization, health and social participation. They will learn about innovations to combat loneliness and promote digital participation in old age - through visits to Californian start-ups and local innovation partners. The companies also benefit from the exchange with leading minds from science, business and civil society in the USA and can take away ideas for their own projects, strategies and pilot projects in Germany.
Preliminary Agenda:
📍Location: UC Berkeley & UCSF
- Ethics, Justice, HIPAA, and GDPR in the Smart Health Sector
- Practical examples from various sectors (hospitals, start-ups, academia)
- ROI, intelligent automation, and cybersecurity
📍Location: UC Berkeley & UCSF
📜 Receive a Certificate of Participation (2-day Masterclass)
- AI for Aging, Chronic Care, and Patient Monitoring Optimization
- AI in Imaging, Diagnostics, and Workflow Enhancement
- AI Adoption, Change Management, and Workforce Enablement
- Translating Research into Market – Tools for Commercialization
📜 Receive a Certificate of Participation (2-day Masterclass)
The delegation trip can optionally be extended by two additional days
(organized by our partner DWIH):
(organized by our partner DWIH):
- Research methodologies, translational design, and product-market fit
- VC expectations, funding strategies, partnerships, and pilot programs
Important Note!
The costs for planning and organizing the trip are covered by the Berlin Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises, as well as EU funds. Participants are only responsible for their travel and accommodation expenses.
Registration and further information:
Contact Pia Tremel: Pia.tremel@ducah.de
The costs for planning and organizing the trip are covered by the Berlin Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises, as well as EU funds. Participants are only responsible for their travel and accommodation expenses.
Registration and further information:
Contact Pia Tremel: Pia.tremel@ducah.de
Partners
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DUCAH eG is a cooperative that promotes digitalization and social innovation in the health and social care sector through practical pilot projects and cross-sector cooperation. -
CITRIS Health is an interdisciplinary research center at the University of California that develops technological solutions to improve healthcare and healthy aging. -
The DWIH San Francisco promotes transatlantic exchange in science, research, and innovation and connects German stakeholders with partners on the US West Coast.
Contact
- Annika UlichDUCAH – Digital Urban Center for Aging and Health eG
Kissinger Str. 1-2, 14199 Berlin
Email: Annika.ulich@ducah.de
Organized and Supported by:
