Aliza Bos
Position: Project Manager INDICATE
Who am I?
I am originally from California and have been living in the Netherlands for the past two years. My academic background is in political science and public policy, and I completed my Master’s in Public Policy and Governance at the University of Amsterdam. Throughout my studies and professional experience, I have been driven by a strong commitment to social justice, equitable access to public services, and the belief that healthcare systems should work for everyone. This combination of international experience and policy expertise shapes my approach to supporting large, collaborative European projects.
What do I do in INDICATE?
I’m one of the Project Managers for INDICATE, and I help keep the consortium running smoothly from day to day. I coordinate activities across the project, keep an eye on timelines, and make sure our deliverables are completed on time and to a good standard. I work closely with the project’s Principal Investigators, Michel van Genderen and Christian Jung, supporting them in their role as coordinators, and I collaborate with Jan van den Brand who leads the scientific and technical direction of INDICATE.
I’m also one of the main contact points for our consortium partners. Whether someone has a quick question or needs to be connected with the right expert, I make sure they get the support they need. Alongside that, I handle our communication with the European Commission, keep track of our obligations, and make sure all the required reporting and documentation, including technical, administrative, and financial information, is organized and submitted properly. Additionally, I’ve been working on the evaluation of all international legal regulations and how INDICATE stays compliant with these rules.
What motivates me to be part of INDICATE?
I have deep personal motivation for working in the healthcare domain, and INDICATE offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a project that will ultimately improve patient journeys and strengthen healthcare systems across Europe. The project’s mission, which focuses on enabling safe, trustworthy, and interoperable use of health data for diagnostics and decision support, aligns closely with my passion for fairness and healthcare equity.
Being part of INDICATE means contributing to a future where healthcare is more responsive, more data-driven, and more accessible for all people. The idea that our work can support better clinical outcomes, reduce structural inequalities, and empower both patients and clinicians inspires me every day.
What do I expect to accomplish within INDICATE?
My goal is to help ensure that the INDICATE platform becomes a resource that benefits all European citizens, regardless of their nationality, background, or the country where they receive care. I want to contribute to building a system that embeds inclusivity from the start, supports minority and underserved communities, and reflects the rich diversity of Europe’s population in its data and design.
Beyond this, I hope to help create project structures and workflows that make collaboration easier across the consortium, leading to a smooth implementation of the INDICATE blueprint, the demonstrators, and the long-term sustainability model.
How does my background or expertise contribute to INDICATE’s goals?
The field of AI-enabled healthcare is rapidly evolving, and it requires careful navigation of emerging regulations, ethical guidelines, and governance frameworks. My policy and legal background helps me interpret complex documentation, ranging from EU digital health regulations to AI Act requirements, and translate these into practical steps for compliance within the project.
Additionally, my experience in public governance and stakeholder coordination supports INDICATE’s emphasis on trust, transparency, and responsible innovation. I bring an ability to bridge legal and organizational perspectives, which is essential for a project that must integrate scientific innovation with robust governance and real-world implementation.
