The climate is changing and we are all going to feel the consequences all over the world. Plenty of plans exist to prepare for it or even reverse the process. But what can you contribute as an alderman of a…
Last week, I participated in the Anticipation Conference at the University of Lancaster. Four days of scientists from around the world gathered together, all engaged in exploring futures and designing possible futures. I learned about multiple dots on the same…
With a record 74 teams, revamped categories, and a focus on logistics, energy transition, and social impact, the grand finale of the Erasmus University Challenge was the most impressive edition yet. At the Excelsior Stadium, CubHub won the start-up prize,…
Recently, the Netherlands was “shut down. Several government agencies suffered from a malfunction in a Defense Department network. This led to problems at emergency services, the Coast Guard, the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee, DigiD, the Municipal Health Service, and Eindhoven Airport,…
A groundbreaking solid-state lithium battery, developed by the European H2020 Solidify consortium led by imec, has achieved an impressive energy density of 1070 Wh/L, surpassing current lithium-ion batteries by over 25%. This breakthrough promises a cost-effective and adaptable manufacturing process…
German state elections are in full swing. The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (Alternative for Germany, AfD) party made significant gains in Saxony and Thuringia. Elections in Brandenburg will follow on Sept. 22. The shift to the far right affects local…
Lightyear is making a remarkable comeback by raising €10 million from investors. The company is transforming the auto industry with innovative solar technology to integrate various car models. The technology promises significant reductions in carbon emissions and reliance on charging…
Not Iron Man, Batman, or Spiderman. Lori Goff’s favorite superhero was Captain Planet. In every episode of its TV show, the world is in peril, and he would come and help his five planeteers save the world from pollution. His…
After a pre-selection by experts and submissions by the public, the jury of the LEVEL UP Awards has selected the 40 most promising tech start-ups. The finals are on September 30, but voting for the audience award is already possible…
A scientific project is on the threshold of a breakthrough in the border region of southern Limburg. The Einstein Telescope, a hypersensitive detector for gravitational waves, is being planned at 250 to 300 meters underground. The device is named after…