Today, the Medical University of Gdańsk welcomed participants to the on-site phase of the Flower Meadows in Enhancing Environmental Biodiversity and Safety course, an Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme delivered within the ACE²-EU Alliance.
From 6–10 July 2026, students from partner universities across Europe will take part in an intensive programme combining workshops, field activities, laboratory classes and interdisciplinary discussions focused on biodiversity, urban sustainability and human well-being.
The course explores the role of flower meadows in urban environments and their contribution to environmental health, climate resilience and psychological well-being. Participants will investigate the relationships between plants, soil ecosystems, biodiversity and public health, while developing practical solutions to contemporary urban challenges.
Hosted by the Medical University of Gdańsk as the lead institution, the programme brings together experts from Poland, Lithuania and Austria. Academic sessions are led by Anna Hering, PhD, alongside lecturers from the Medical University of Gdańsk, LIK (Lithuania) and Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria).
One of the highlights of the programme is the Psychology of Nature session, which explores the impact of green spaces on mental health and introduces participants to mindfulness practices in natural settings.
The course also benefits from the involvement of external stakeholders, including primary schools and representatives of the housing management sector, enabling students to address real-world challenges through collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance.
We are delighted to welcome students to Gdańsk and wish them an inspiring week of learning, discovery and international collaboration.
