Partnership

The Cyprus Anti-Doping Authority (CyADA) is the national anti-doping organization for Cyprus. CyADA was established in 2009 and is the competent authority responsible for the implementation and management of efficient anti-doping policy in Cyprus, in line with the World Anti-Doping Code and International Standards of the World Anti-Doping Agency, the relevant legislation of Cyprus (Law 7(III) of 2009, as amended) as well as the International Convention against Doping in Sport of UNESCO, the Anti-Doping Convention of the Council of Europe and any other obligations of the Government of Cyprus.

CyADA has considerable experience with EU-funded projects having previously participated in “Strategy for Stopping Steroids” (SSS), “Forum for Anti-Doping in Recreational Sport” (FAIR), “Forum for Anti-Doping in Recreational Sport 2” (FAIR+) and “Developing Communities of Practice to Maximize the Usability and Impact of Clean Sport Education in Europe” (IMPACT).

The Polish Anti-Doping Agency (POLADA), is a team of experienced experts who work together to promote integrity and cleanliness in sport. POLADA is responsible for anti-doping controls and investigations, anti-doping education, as well as cooperation in the area of promoting wise and responsible physical activity. In 2019, POLADA created the ‘Playing Fair’ project under whose banner all educational meetings take place. Since 2021, POLADA has been implementing its flagship project “I run for pure fun”, aimed at amateur athletes. This is the first event in the history of Polish mass events that was created of the idea of caring for clean sport.

The Polish Anti-Doping Agency has been in existence since 1 July 2017. Its inception is seen as a watershed moment in building a modern anti-doping system in Poland. POLADA is now one of the leading agencies in the Europe, particularly in the field of anti-doping investigations.

The Portuguese Anti-Doping Authority (ADoP) is the national antidoping organization with functions in the control and fight against doping in sport, namely as the entity responsible for adopting rules with a view to triggering, implementing or applying any phase of the doping control procedure, exercising its competences in the national territory and, whenever requested by WADA or international federations, abroad.

ADoP, in carrying out its mission, is governed by the principles of scientific independence, precaution, credibility and transparency and confidentiality.

The University of Lisbon (ULISBON) was created in 2013 from the merging of the former Technical University of Lisbon and the University of Lisbon. Currently, ULISBON it is the biggest University in Portugal, with its 18 Schools, more than 3.500 academic staff and about 48.000 undergraduate and post-graduate students, and more than 80 recognized research units.

The Faculty of Human Kinetics (Faculdade de Motricidade Humana, FMH) is part of ULISBON.  It is the oldest Faculty of Sports Science and Physical Education in Portugal, and it has a 85 years long history, started in 1940. FMH is involved in the higher education and scientific communities, and also in various social sectors, by keeping fruitful relationships with the educational, sports, production, artistic and health systems.

With tradition, rigor, entrepreneurship, and innovation, FMH ensures the consistent advancement of the knowledge society, fostering sustainable human development through human kinetics, by studying the body and its expressions, in the interaction between biological and psychological processes and sociocultural values, across various social contexts—namely, in the educational, sports, artistic, productive, and health systems. Students are offered a rich culture of teaching, research, and engagement with the active structures of society.

The Academy of Physical Culture in Krakow is one of Poland’s leading institutions specializing in physical education, sport sciences, physiotherapy, tourism, recreation, and health promotion. Established in 1950, the Academy has a long tradition of educating highly qualified specialists while combining tradition with a modern approach to teaching and research.

AKF Kraków offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical training in modern laboratories and sports facilities. Its academic profile covers areas such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, training methodology, physiotherapy, management in sport and recreation, as well as specialized physical preparation programs for uniformed services through the “Physical Education in Uniformed Services” program.

The Academy actively develops international cooperation, participating in research projects and academic exchange programs. It also supports student organizations, scientific clubs, and sports associations, creating a dynamic academic environment.

Located in Krakow—a city with rich cultural and academic heritage—AKF Kraków provides excellent conditions for study, research, and personal development, contributing significantly to the advancement of physical culture and health sciences in Poland and internationally.

The University of Trento (UNI TRENTO) is an Italian university located in Trento and nearby Rovereto.

The Addiction Science Lab (ASL) at the University of Trento is based within the Department of Psychology and Cognitive Science, which promotes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the mind, brain, and behavior. By integrating knowledge from psychology, neuroscience, pedagogy, philosophy, sociology, cultural studies, and cognitive technologies, ASL develops innovative perspectives to understand and address emerging forms of addiction.

ASL works at an international level, coordinating research projects and prevention campaigns on substance use in sport and on risky practices linked to body image and performance enhancement. Through collaborations with universities, healthcare institutions, governmental bodies, and scientific societies worldwide, it contributes to raising public awareness of the dangers associated with doping and the uncontrolled use of substances, often purchased online without medical supervision.

Beyond research, ASL is actively engaged in science communication and training for students, health professionals, and local communities, with the goal of translating scientific evidence into concrete prevention strategies and wellbeing promotion. This combination of advanced research, educational engagement, and international cooperation makes ASL a leading hub for the study and prevention of addictions on a global scale.