Apply Now: CODE-YAA 2026 Grant Call Is Open

We are sharing this reminder now for a clear reason: applications submitted by the end of March help us plan the year’s budget and activities more effectively. Applications may also be possible later, but early submissions make the process easier for everyone. Several grant opportunities are currently available within the CODE-YAA Action. Honestly, this is…

Women and Girls in Science and Research Day

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science provides an important opportunity to reflect on both the progress achieved and the challenges that remain. Although women represent a large share of university graduates and early-career researchers in Europe, they continue to be underrepresented in senior academic positions, decision-making bodies, and certain scientific fields, particularly…

Influencer Award Granted within the COST Action

Within the scope of our COST Action, an Influencer Award was granterd to one individual and one institution in recognition of their outstanding contributions to science communication and dissemination activities aligned with the objectives of the Action. A total of 13 candidates were nominated for the award. The final recipients were selected through a structured…

WG2 Meeting Notes – 26 February 2026

On 26 January 2026, Work Group 2 (WG2) of the COST Action CA22127 – CODE-YAA@PC-EDU convened for a one-day online meeting bringing together WG2 members from across Europe and partner countries. The meeting was co-led by Prof. Phil Larkin and Prof. Olga Riklikiene and focused on reviewing progress, addressing current challenges, and defining strategic priorities…

Eleonore Baum Presents CODE-YAA Project Updates to Stakeholders

Last Tuesday, Eleonore Baum presented the CODE-YAA project to stakeholders in palliative care education at the annual IG Bildung und Forschung meeting in St.Gallen, organized by Palliative Ostschweiz. She provided updates on the project’s recent developments and activities at the European level. 🌟 Eleonore states: “It was inspiring to connect with colleagues from educational institutions,…

Dr. Stephen Mason Leads Discussion on Developing European Palliative Care Education Standards at Liverpool Conference

Our Working Group 1 Leader Dr. Stephen Mason is presenting an oral speech titled “Is it possible to develop European-wide standards for palliative care education? The EU-COST Action CODE-YAA Project” at the Tenth International Research Conference on Best Care for the Dying Person in Liverpool, UK (19–20 November 2025). 📘 The presentation explores the feasibility…

Presenting Poster on Bridging Science and Practice

Thrilled to share that our poster titled “Bridging Science and Practice: Science Communication in the CODE-YAA@PC-EDU Project” is being presented by our wonderful Action Chair Prof. Piret Paal at the Tenth International Research Conference on Best Care for the Dying Person in Liverpool, UK (19-20 November 2025). 👥 Authors: Cornelia Brandstötter-Gugg, Piret Paal, Tania Ximena…