About yESIM

yESIM provides a structured entry point into the ESIM community for early-career colleagues. We create opportunities to connect, learn, and contribute to high-quality integrative medicine research and practice across Europe.

Collaboration

We connect early-career researchers across countries and institutions to build meaningful exchange and joint work.

Empowerment

We support professional growth through guidance, mentoring formats, and practical orientation in the field.

Quality

We promote scientific rigour and responsible practice in integrative medicine.

Focus workstreams 2026

Four points guide yESIM activities in 2026.

Knowledge transfer

Short online lecture formats addressing early-career needs, including key actors in TCIM, research structures, funding challenges, and career orientation after graduation.

yESIM database

A resource hub with an overview of centres, scholarships, organisations, online trainings, and events. It will also support visibility of early-career research and future recognition initiatives.

Congresses & mentorship

Increased presence at congresses and structured opportunities to connect mentors with early-career researchers. This supports visibility and collaboration building within and beyond Europe.

Online presence & communication

Stronger visibility through LinkedIn and a dedicated YESIM section on the ESIM website, supported by improved internal communication.

Get involved

yESIM grows through active participation from early-career members and support from experienced ESIM colleagues.

Early-Career Member

Become part of a European peer community. Contribute to workstreams, join online formats, and help shape yESIM priorities.

Join as an early-career member

Mentor

Share expertise and open doors for the next generation. Mentors strengthen quality, continuity, and impact within ESIM.

Support as a mentor

Join YESIM Today

Become part of Europe’s growing integrative medicine community. Early-career professionals are warmly invited to join yESIM.