The Medical University of Gdańsk (MUG) is the largest medical university in northern Poland, with over 80 years of history in educating healthcare professionals and advancing medical science. As a leading research university, MUG conducts innovative studies in key areas of modern medicine, including oncology, cardiovascular diseases, and molecular medicine. The University’s oncology research — spanning from fundamental discoveries to clinical applications — contributes to improved diagnostics and therapies.

Work in the project

The Medical University of Gdańsk (MUG) will lead the establishment of a Lighthouse Living Labs – a community-based hubs for testing and validating cancer literacy materials developed within the project. Living Labs will engage patients, healthcare providers, educators, and local communities in co-creating, piloting, and refining educational tools aimed at improving cancer awareness and understanding among vulnerable populations. The University will ensure that materials are evidence-based, user-friendly, and culturally sensitive, while contributing to the development of scalable models for broader European implementation.