At Amsterdam UMC, international collaboration is at the heart of our mission to advance healthcare. We work with top-tier partners like Harvard Medical School, University College London, the Karlolinska Institute, and many more. We do this to enable our researchers and clinicians and researchers to share knowledge, resources and best practices on a global scale.

Our participation in major European consortia and global health networks means we are at the cutting edge of research. By leading and joining international clinical trials, we bring the latest treatments and innovations directly to our patients. We also offer unique opportunities to students, scientists and healthcare professionals to engage in cross-border training and exchange programmes.

World leading partnerships

At Amsterdam UMC we are immensely proud to collaborate with leading medical and research institutions on every inhabited continent united by our commitment to advancing science and healthcare worldwide. From pioneering cancer research in North America, to infectious disease studies in Africa, to innovative neurology projects in Asia and Australia, our global partnerships drive meaningful progress for patients everywhere. By working together across borders and cultures, we ensure that our discoveries and expertise contribute to better health outcomes and scientific excellence around the world. We are actively involved in policy collaboration with EU and international institutions, ensuring our voice is heard in shaping research and healthcare frameworks. Amsterdam UMC monitors and contributes to EU policy developments, particularly within programs such as Horizon Europe.

Internationally, the institution engages with global partners to align on ethical standards, strategic priorities, and best practices, reinforcing its commitment to advancing policy in academic medicine and healthcare innovation.

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Do you see potential areas for collaboration? Please get in contact with us so that we can explore setting up a fruitful partnership together.

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The Department of International Affairs facilitates delegation visits to promote international collaborations, whether this be between universities or foreign delegations.