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Created: 2026.04.21. 13:26<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sz\u00e9chenyi Istv\u00e1n University, in cooperation with the Municipality of Graz and the Unified Health and Social Care Institution of Gy\u0151r, has launched a European Union project entitled <\/strong>Heat\u2011Resilient Cities<\/strong><\/em>. The programme, which will conclude in September 2028, aims to protect the health of urban populations \u2013 with particular attention to vulnerable social groups \u2013 and to strengthen the adaptive capacity of cities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In recent years, Sz\u00e9chenyi Istv\u00e1n University has secured funding for several environmental protection and sustainability\u2011focused research projects supported by the Interreg Austria\u2013Hungary Cooperation Programme, financed by the European Union and the Hungarian State. One such initiative is the project entitled \u201cCities adapting to climate change (heat\u2011resilient cities)\u201d<\/em>, which focuses on reducing the health risks associated with heatwaves and enhancing urban resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 30\u2011month, cross\u2011border programme is led by the Municipality of Graz, while the scientific research and impact assessment are carried out by the Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences of Sz\u00e9chenyi Istv\u00e1n University in cooperation with the Unified Health and Social Care Institution of Gy\u0151r. The work also involves H\u00e9v\u00edz Saint Andrew Rheumatology Hospital and Thermal Spa, the Family and Child Welfare Centre of Gy\u0151r, and the WHO Healthy Cities Programme Office of the Municipality of Gy\u0151r.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project kick\u2011off meeting was held recently at the University\u2019s Gy\u0151r Innovation Park. At the event, Dr Ang\u00e9la Somogyi, Dean of the Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences, emphasised that the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves pose serious health and social challenges, particularly in urban environments. \u201cThis project seeks to respond to this very problem with scientifically grounded, practical solutions. Its aim is to protect the health of urban populations, reduce risks, and strengthen the adaptive capacity of cities,\u201d<\/em> she stated. She highlighted that one of the project\u2019s greatest strengths lies in its focus not only on research outcomes but also on practical applications: through situation analyses, city\u2011specific measures, unified indicator systems and training programmes, it contributes to real and tangible change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Introducing the Faculty, the Dean explained that its history dates back to 1996, when health and social care programmes were launched in Gy\u0151r. \u201cIn 2016, sports science programmes were added to these fields, and the combined operation of these areas enables interdisciplinary education and research,\u201d<\/em> she noted. She also presented developments related to the MedTech Campus<\/a>, outlining the infrastructure entrusted to the Faculty. She pointed out that their innovation and research activities have already addressed several topics that may prove valuable for the current project. These include neuropsychological studies conducted using the NIRSport2<\/a> system, the observation of brain processes related to stress, as well as the development of somatic and mental health in middle\u2011aged (50\u201359), ageing (60\u201374) and elderly (75\u201389) population groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Participants of the opening meeting of the project \u201cCities adapting to climate change (heat\u2011resilient cities)\u201d<\/em> implemented within the framework of the Interreg Austria\u2013Hungary Cooperation Programme (Photo: Andr\u00e1s Adorj\u00e1n)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On behalf of the Municipality of Graz, expert Izeta Mulaibisevic presented the city\u2019s \u201cHealth for All\u201d<\/em> initiative and the timetable for the joint work. \u201cOur initiative was created within the framework of a large\u2011scale Interreg project, building a bridge between urban residents and healthcare services. We provide citizens with free and, if required, anonymous counselling, supported by a multidisciplinary team \u2013 such as physiotherapists and psychotherapists. This is a concept unique in Austria, and its services are accessible to everyone,\u201d<\/em> she explained. Regarding the heat\u2011resilient cities project, she revealed that the work has been divided into five phases running until September 2028, including on\u2011site assessments, background research, pilot projects and the development of an action plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sz\u00e9chenyi Istv\u00e1n University\u2019s strategic partner, H\u00e9v\u00edz Saint Andrew Rheumatology Hospital and Thermal Spa, was represented by Dr Mariann Aradv\u00e1ri\u2011Szabolcs, who explained that through the therapeutic, rehabilitation and recreational services of the thermal lake, the rheumatology hospital and the wellness hotel belonging to the institution \u2013 as well as through its educational and research activities and environmental and sustainability efforts \u2013 the organisation fulfils not only healthcare\u2011related but also tourism and social functions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The role of the Unified Health and Social Care Institution of Gy\u0151r was presented by its director, R\u00f3bert K\u00e1nyai, whose presentation introduced the institution\u2019s more than 45\u2011year professional history and wide\u2011ranging activities. He highlighted that the consortium will be able to rely on the institution in the development of the action plan, the practical support of research, and the implementation of results.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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