The Netherlands is undergoing a massive (re)construction challenge. In addition to building new housing, a substantial part of the existing building stock of housing corporations is undergoing renovation. This renovation challenge has varying interactions with the energy transition, testified by the …

Trackpilots can help inland skippers sail an optimal route with minimal human input, which has the potential to save fuel costs and lower crew workload. In theory, widespread adoption of trackpilots is not only beneficial for crew on board, but also for traffic operators ashore. Data from trackpilots …

Increasing digitalization and automation in the maritime sector places great emphasis on the technical skills of crew. However, non technical skills (NTS) including teamwork, leadership and communication are equally crucial. Resource Management Training courses can be expanded with Resilience Engineering …

Dit onderzoek gaat over leiderschap in zorgorganisaties die werken met zelforganiserende teams. Het is uitgevoerd binnen een organisatie die zorg biedt aan mensen met een verstandelijke en/of lichamelijke beperking. De organisatie wilde haar zorg vernieuwen: cliënten moesten meer regie krijgen over hun …

Vlissingen is turning into an unattractive student city with an increasing student outflow due to several factors like the ‘Wet Internationalisering in Balans’ (a national policy affecting international education), few educational institutions, limited variety of study programs, limited nightlife and …

This research justification examines how Medisol, a leading European AED distributor, can enhance its visibility, credibility, and sales among end-users in Czechia. This is a market where awareness of defibrillators exists but adoption remains limited. Using a mixed-methods approach, including interviews, …

Bio-based and circular building materials and techniques can play an important role in the transition toward a more sustainable construction sector. This study focuses on the Northern Netherlands and explores those competencies (in terms of knowledge, skills, and attitude) required by construction workers …

Background: The cause of lipoedema remains unclear, and the condition is currently incurable. Effective self-management is therefore essential for coping with its physical and psychological impacts and the necessary lifestyle adjustments. This study aimed to assess the needs, barriers, and facilitators …

In this manuscript we present the results of a four-year monitor among a representative panel of Dutch citizens on the knowledge, awareness and opinions regarding hydrogen. Hydrogen has the potential to play an important role in the energy transition and therefore receives a growing attention. At the …

Background: Chronic musculoskeletal pain is best addressed from a biopsychosocial perspective. Despite physiotherapists’ awareness of this approach, translating it into practice remains a challenge. A three-month post-graduate course was designed to facilitate Dutch physiotherapists in private practice …