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This funding call aims to address the complex interlink between nutrition and mental health as highlighted under the Food 2030 pathway. With mental health becoming a critical public health concern across Europe, this initiative seeks to investigate the role of healthy dietary patterns and specific nutrients in preventing and mitigating mental health disorders. Key activities include identifying macro- and micronutrients essential for mental well-being, understanding the interplay between diet, the gut microbiome, and mental health, and providing actionable recommendations for dietary adjustments. Collaboration among diverse stakeholders including academia, industry, and health professionals is crucial to ensure impactful and sustainable results.
Opening: 06-05-2025
Deadline(s): 04-09-2025
Data provided by Ghent University
This funding opportunity represents a pre-agreed draft that has not yet been officially approved by the European Commission. The final, approved version is expected to be published in the first quarter of 2025. This draft is provided for informational purposes and may be used to preliminarily form consortia and develop project ideas, but it is offered without any guarantees or warranties.
Expected Outcome
• Improved understanding of the impact of diets on mental health across different population groups.
• Enhanced science-based communication to policymakers and professionals about the diet-mental health link.
• Identified mechanisms and biomarkers linking nutrition to mental health disorders.
• Robust data for standardized metrics on gut microbiome interplay.
• Evidence-based guidelines for improving nutrition for individuals with mental health disorders.
Scope
• Identify specific food groups, beverages, and nutrients crucial for preventing mental health disorders.
• Investigate the interplay between diet, gut microbiome, and mental health, establishing relevant biomarkers.
• Develop recommendations and communication strategies for health professionals and policymakers.
• Address deficiencies or excess intake of nutrients, particularly for vulnerable groups.
• Foster stakeholder collaboration across the project lifecycle.