Xarxa TECSAM

What Xarxa TECSAM does

Xarxa TECSAM is a publicly funded research and innovation network based in Catalonia, Spain, focused on accelerating the valorization and transfer of mental health technology research from academic institutions to market and society. Founded in 2022 and coordinated jointly by Fundació Sant Joan de Déu and Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, the network aggregates 63 research groups from more than 25 Catalan institutions, including the University of Barcelona, Pompeu Fabra University, the Autonomous University of Barcelona, the Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Vall d'Hebron, IDIBAPS, IIIA CSIC, and IDIBELL. It operates under project code 2025 XARDI 00020 with funding and strategic backing from the Secretariat of Universities and Research of the Generalitat of Catalonia.

Rather than developing or commercializing products directly, TECSAM functions as an ecosystem convener and portfolio aggregator. Its science-based solutions portfolio spans technological projects (RoMeO robotics, AI and data science, non-invasive neuromodulation including TMS and tDCS, virtual reality, serious games), clinical projects (reminiscence therapy, pharmacogenetics, neuroimaging analysis, biomarkers, diagnostic scales), and digital health applications (mental health apps, eHealth literacy tools). The network facilitates technology transfer through co-creation events, Breakfast & Learn sessions, the Technology Exploration Day, the Mental Health Innovation Day, an annual innovation contest, and the inVIDEOGAMES JAM hackathon, which drew 170 young participants in 2024.

Revenue is derived primarily from the Generalitat de Catalonia grant, with partnership and sponsorship opportunities offered to companies and investors seeking to collaborate on mental health innovation. The go-to-market motion is community-led and event-driven, targeted at research institutions, corporate investors and partners, public administration, and people affected by mental health conditions. International collaboration is an emerging dimension, evidenced by an institutional mission to Japan including participation in the World Health Expo (WHX Osaka), and is supported by partner organizations such as Biocat, Enterprise Europe Network, Capital Cell, Ship2B, and Fundació Gasol.

Name

Xarxa TECSAM

Legal name

FUNDACIÓ SANT JOAN DE DÉU

Website

https://tecsam.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Xarxa TECSAM is a Catalonia-based research network accelerating the transfer of mental health technology research from 63 academic groups to market and society. Founded in 2022 and funded by the Generalitat of Catalonia, it convenes researchers, investors, startups, and affected communities through events and partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mental Health Research and Innovation Network

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

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Testing, Inspection, Certification & Commissioning (TICx) Technical Services

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Engineering & Technical Consulting

SECONDARYMPAFAFAF

XR/AR/VR/MR Development Frameworks & Toolchains

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Gaming & Interactive Entertainment (Video Games, Esports)/Game Engines, Middleware & Developer Tools

SECONDARYMPAFAGAG

VR/XR Hardware & Accessories (Headsets, Controllers, Trackers, Haptics)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Gaming & Interactive Entertainment (Video Games, Esports)/Gaming Hardware & Peripherals (Consoles, PCs, Controllers, VR)

Keywords

• Mental health research
• Innovation network coordination
• Neuroscience technology transfer
• Digital mental health solutions
• Health research ecosystem

Headquarters

HQ city

Cornellá De Llobregat

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Project Funding and Grants: TECSAM operates as a publicly funded R+D+i network supported by the Secretariat of Universities and Research of the Ministry of Enterprise and Knowledge of the Generalitat of Catalonia (project 2025 XARDI 00020). The network's primary function is valorization and transfer of research results, not direct revenue generation.
2. Partnership and Sponsorship: The network offers partnership and sponsorship opportunities for companies and organizations seeking to invest in or collaborate with mental health innovation research, including becoming a partner of the network or sponsoring events and activities.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Xarxa TECSAM is a publicly funded research and innovation network that coordinates 63 research groups from 25+ Catalan institutions focused on mental health and technology. The network curates and showcases a science-based solutions portfolio spanning robotics, AI, non-invasive neuromodulation, virtual reality, neuroimaging, and digital health applications. It operates as an ecosystem facilitator, accelerating the valorization and transfer of mental health research results to market through events, co-creation workshops, innovation contests, and partnership facilitation.

Product overview

Xarxa TECSAM is a research and innovation network that functions as a coordination platform connecting 63 research groups from Catalan institutions focused on mental health and technology. Rather than a single product company, TECSAM serves as an ecosystem facilitator that aggregates and showcases a portfolio of science-based solutions developed by member institutions. The portfolio spans technological projects (such as RoMeO robots, AI and Data Science applications, Non-invasive neuromodulation like TMS/tDCS, and VR-based interventions), clinical projects (including reminiscence therapy, pharmacogenetics, neuroimaging tools, and mental health assessment scales), and various digital health initiatives. The network accelerates the valorization and transfer of research results from member groups to society, acting as a portfolio aggregator rather than a product vendor.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Science-based Solutions Portfolio A curated portfolio of innovative mental health technology projects developed by 63 member research groups, spanning technological projects (robotics, AI, neuromodulation), clinical projects (diagnosis tools, therapy platforms), and digital health solutions (apps, eHealth literacy). Targeted at investors, corporate partners, and the broader mental health innovation ecosystem.
• RoMeO: Robots Meet Old People A technological research project exploring the use of robots to support and interact with elderly populations in mental health contexts. For researchers and healthcare innovators studying assistive robotics.
• MY MENTAL HEALTH / LMSM Take Care of Your Mind A mental health platform or app designed to help users monitor and improve their mental well-being. For individuals seeking digital mental health tools and clinicians researching digital interventions.
• Artificial Intelligence and Data Science for Mental Health Projects applying artificial intelligence and data science methodologies to mental health research and treatment, including human behavior recognition. For researchers, clinicians, and technology developers working on AI-driven mental health solutions.
• Non-invasive Neuromodulation (TMS and tDCS) Research on transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) techniques for mental health treatment. For clinicians and researchers developing non-invasive brain stimulation therapies.
• REMI (Reminiscence Therapy) Reminiscence therapy project designed to prevent and/or slow cognitive deterioration in the elderly. For clinicians and care providers working with elderly populations at risk of cognitive decline.
• SignalEEG EEG-based analysis tools and procedures for brain signal analysis in mental health research. For neuroscientists and clinical researchers studying brain signals.
• Neuroimaging Analysis Tools Tools and methodologies for neuroimaging analysis in mental health research. For neuroimaging researchers and clinical teams analyzing brain imaging data.
• VR and Job Placement Virtual reality applications for vocational rehabilitation and job placement support for individuals with mental health conditions. For vocational rehabilitation providers and mental health support services.
• Pharmacogenetics in Psychiatry Research combining genetics and psychiatry to personalize medication treatments for mental health conditions. For psychiatric researchers and clinicians developing personalized medicine approaches.
• Breakfast and Learn Sessions Regular virtual networking and training sessions covering topics relevant to mental health innovation, such as AI and therapeutic support, intellectual property, and gender perspectives in health. For network members, researchers, and ecosystem participants.
• inVIDEOGAMES JAM Hackathons Hackathon event for developing video game prototypes for mental health. Brings together young people and innovators to create serious games addressing mental health challenges.
• Mental Health Innovation Contest Innovation competition designed to identify and accelerate promising mental health solutions from network participants. For researchers, startups, and innovators developing mental health technologies.

Quantifiable outcome

• 170 young people developed video game prototypes for mental health in 3 days at inVIDEOGAMES JAM 2024
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fundació Sant Joan de Déu (FSJD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the two coordinating institutions of the Xarxa TECSAM. Fundació Sant Joan de Déu serves as the legal entity and owner of the website ([email protected]), providing institutional oversight and administrative support to the network. CIF: G62978689, registered at C/Santa Rosa 39, 08950 Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona.
• Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu (PSSJD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the two coordinating institutions of the Xarxa TECSAM network, providing healthcare and research infrastructure. The headquarters is located at Dr. Antoni Pujades, 42, Parc Sanitari Sant Joan de Déu, Sant Boi de Llobregat, Barcelona. Home to the TECSAM coordination team.
• Member Catalan Research InstitutionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner63 research groups from 25+ Catalan institutions form the core membership of the network, including: CST, UB (University of Barcelona), UPF (Pompeu Fabra University), UAB (Autonomous University of Barcelona), I3PT, IDIBAPS, UVIC, UPC (Polytechnic University of Catalonia), Vall-Hebron, IMIM, IISPV, IIIA CSIC, IDIBELL, UdG (University of Girona), Fundació SJD, IDIAP, eHC, Institut Sant Pau, UPF Business School, FIDMAG, IRBLleida, IDIBGI, Mutua Terrassa, CED.
• BiocatminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBiocat is listed as a supporting organization of the Xarxa TECSAM network, providing ecosystem support and connections within the Catalan biotech and healthtech innovation community.
• Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporting organization, providing international business development support and helping connect the network's innovations with European and global markets.
• Capital CellminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporting organization, providing crowdfunding and investment connections for health innovation projects within the network.
• Ship2BminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporting organization, providing impact innovation support and connections for the network's social impact-oriented mental health solutions.
• Fundació GasolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporting organization, providing connections and support for mental health innovation initiatives.
• WeMindminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as an associated entity of the Xarxa TECSAM network, collaborating on mental health innovation initiatives.
• Societat Mental Catalunya (SMC)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as an associated entity, contributing to the network's ecosystem and mental health innovation activities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Biocat: Biocat is the Catalan life sciences and health innovation cluster; it is explicitly listed as a supporting organization of Xarxa TECSAM and operates as a regional bio-health ecosystem coordinator with a comparable convening, technology-transfer, and internationalisation mandate.
• MATTER: MATTER is a Chicago-based healthcare innovation network that brings together hospitals, universities, startups, and industry partners to accelerate healthtech commercialisation. Directly comparable in its coordinator-of-ecosystem role and emphasis on events and corporate partnering.
• CataloniaBio & HealthTech: CataloniaBio & HealthTech is the Catalan association of biotech, medtech, and digital health companies, acting as a regional cluster for health innovation. Comparable to TECSAM as a Catalonia-based health innovation network, although member-driven by industry rather than research groups.

Broad incumbents

• EIT Health: EIT Health is the EU's largest health innovation network, coordinating universities, research centres, and companies across Europe to accelerate health innovation; comparable to TECSAM in its network-coordinator role but operating at pan-European scale and with broader scope beyond mental health.
• Innovative Health Initiative (IHI): IHI (formerly Innovative Medicines Initiative) is a public-private partnership funding collaborative health research across Europe. Comparable as a multi-institution research coordination entity but with a continental scope and pharma-industry orientation.
• MaRS Discovery District: MaRS is a major urban health innovation hub in Toronto that convenes researchers, startups, investors, and corporates to accelerate commercialisation of health science. Comparable ecosystem-convening model with similar event-driven and corporate-partnering GTM.
• JLABS (Johnson & Johnson Innovation): JLABS is a global network of life-science incubators operated by J&J Innovation, providing infrastructure and corporate partnering to healthtech startups. Comparable in convening-and-corporate-partnering model but driven by a single corporate sponsor rather than a multi-institution network.

Emerging players

• Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN): MHIN is a global network of mental health innovators, researchers, and policymakers focused on scaling mental health solutions. Comparable in mental-health-specific focus and network-coordinator model, but operates globally rather than regionally.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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