Afscheidsrede uitgesproken door prof. dr. Eveline Wouters, lector Health Innovations and Technology, Fontys Hogeschool en hoogleraar Succesvolle technologische innovaties in de zorg, Tilburg University op 10 januari 2025

1. Samenvatting 1.1. Inleiding Stotteren wordt vaak geassocieerd met negatieve stereotypen en stigma (Craig, Blumgart, & Tran, 2009). Dit heeft niet alleen invloed op het zelfbeeld van mensen die stotteren, maar ook op hun sociale en professionele kansen. Onderzoek laat zien dat een focus op vloeiendheid …

The domestic use of natural gas for heating is the prevalent option in the Netherlands. However, heat pumps will be mandatory in most Dutch households by 2026. Therefore, insights are needed in how citizens perceive this technology, by taking into account various societal, technological, economic, environmental, …

Podcastserie ENTRANCE ONDER DE LOEP (in het kort): Dr. ir. Gerard Schepers is afgestudeerd aan de TU Delft bij de afdeling Luchtvaart en Ruimtevaart Techniek. Daarna werkte hij als onderzoeker en coördinator aan meerdere grote (internationale) projecten bij de afdeling Windenergie van het Energieonderzoek …

Physical and social distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic had the potential to jeopardize health and well-being of older adults. Especially older adults who lived alone faced challenges due to restrictive COVID-19 measures. In this study, we explored views and support needs to maintain health …

Climate change calls for an energy transition utilizing all available renewable energy resources, such as bioenergy from biomass. However, the use of biomass is debated in society, and public acceptance is low or lacking. This survey-based research demonstrates for the first time that public acceptance …

A systematic operation, maintenance, and rehabilitation program is an essential element in the management of a wastewater collection system. Effective inspection, cleaning, and rehabilitation are key processes for optimizing the proper functioning of a collection system. 7-1 7.1 Methods and Equipment …

In this paper, we explore the design of web-based advice robots to enhance users' confidence in acting upon the provided advice. Drawing from research on algorithm acceptance and explainable AI, we hypothesise four design principles that may encourage interactivity and exploration, thus fostering users' …

In this paper, we explore the design of web-based advice robots to enhance users' confidence in acting upon the provided advice. Drawing from research on algorithm acceptance and explainable AI, we hypothesise four design principles that may encourage interactivity and exploration, thus fostering users' …

This report investigates German consumer priorities on sustainability, health, and convenience in relation to lion’s mane-based meat alternatives. Using literature reviews, questionnaires, and interviews, the study finds that while awareness is low, there is openness to adopting these products if marketed …