Research support
The availability of high-quality services that support research activities is the key to ensuring that the institute’s scientific excellence is fully enhanced, protected, valorised and disseminated and that its impact on society is maximised.
LIH researchers can rely on a vast array of internal support services, providing them with the tools, processes, framework conditions and opportunities necessary to carry out high-quality research and maximise the impact of their work.
Early-career researchers benefit from tailored doctoral education and postdoctoral development support, ensuring high-quality training and career guidance.
Find out more about the available research support services and dedicated offices below.
Department of Medical Informatics
Our mission is to provide comprehensive IT support, ensuring a secure environment for health data and facilitating cutting-edge research.
Read moreBusiness & Interoperability Solutions and Information Technology Support
The LIH IT Department provides a robust and secure Information System fostering the creation of an integrated, interoperable and federated data environment to advance data-driven healthcare.
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Science Operations
The mission of the science office (SO) is to actively manage science across the LIH. The office aims to create a cooperative working environment at LIH and optimal framework conditions where scientists are able to produce excellent research and innovation.
Read moreDoctoral Training
The training of doctoral candidates in a quality research and management environment is a key objective of our institution.
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Data Integration and Analysis
The Data Integration and Analysis unit supports the LIH in maximising the potential of data for translational research purposes.
Read moreSupport for Postdoctoral Researchers
Postdoctoral Community Approximately 60 postdoctoral researchers are currently working at LIH, supported by national and international competitive grants. They are part of a collaborative community that meets regularly to share experiences, exchange ideas, and stay connected. Activities To support their development, LIH offers: Our objectives We aim to: Since January 2025, Dr Malou Fraiture has […]
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Quality & Safety Management office (QSMO)
The mission of the QSMO is to design, implement and maintain an integrated Quality Management System (iQMS) at LIH, which combines the pillars of “Quality Management”, “Health & Safety Management”, “Risk Management” and “Research Quality & Ethics” in close collaboration with the research, operational and administrative stakeholders.
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