Within our research on robotic gas detection, we have focused on making a prototype based on Boston Dynamics SPOT, because it takes a lot of difficulties out of prototyping. For instance, it has its own obstacle avoidance algorithm, good drivers are available for ROS2, and SPOT is meant for outdoor …

Over the last five years, I have found myself circling around four key concepts: Performance. Philosophy. Animals. And Equality. And I have found myself thinking in and with circles. It began with the various references to circles we can find in the philosophy of Henri Bergson - in his idea of the field …

This book explores fundamental socio-economic trends that are radically changing perspectives on the relationship between people and the world around them. Focusing on the principles of sustainability, circularity and inclusivity, it illustrates how these trends form the breeding ground for a new economy …

Over the last four months I have been working at Mitsubishi Turbocharger and Engine Europe B.V. (MTEE) in Almere, Netherlands. As part of my Bachelor’s thesis assignment, I was given the task to investigate the working principle of Helmholtz resonators and evaluate the factors influencing the sound …

- Wat is er aan de hand met ons energiesysteem?Hoge prijzen, lege gasbuffers, netcongestie… Het lijkt wel of er de laatste tijd iets goed mis is met ons energiesysteem. Maar wat is er nu eigenlijk aan de hand? Nederland is in een transitie van fossiele brandstoffen naar duurzame energie. We zijn enthousiast …

The role of central banks in addressing the emerging challenges posed by climate change has garnered significant attention from practitioners and academics alike. Through meticulous bibliometric analysis, this article reveals the fundamental themes and dynamic trends within this research field. Simultaneously, …

Obtaining credits, studying for exams, attending classes, engaging with fellow students and lecturers, living alone or with others, and taking part in extra-curricular activities: there is a fair amount for students in higher education to take in. There are also numerous external factors — such as the …

The contemporary use of resources in the ‘take-make-waste’ economy accounts for 70% of global greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrating unsustainable patterns of consumption and production. Therefore, the status quo of business operations needs to be changed. This study aims to find out how a circular …

Screentime Airtime Facetime: Practicing Hybridity in the Cultural Field is the final publication of Going Hybrid, an applied research program on the future of hybridity in the cultural field. How could Covid-triggered innovations in digital cultural programming be turned into durable ways of high-level, …

In this demonstration workshop, the topic of health literacy and its key importance in good, clear communication with patients will be discussed. The workshop will invite participation from the attendees to consider what they think constitutes good communication and the presenters will share their multi-professional …