There is a computer system that can tell from MRI scans whether chemotherapy is affecting tumors. This technique is called radiomics. Although the method is proven, it is not yet being used. Doctors are reluctant because they have no idea…
The Netherlands has grown big with the help of big solid plans. Nationally coordinated and controlled. The Delta Works, by way of example. Big plans give a sense of being in control and of political decisiveness. But now that model…
The EU has reached an agreement on the end of the combustion engine in passenger cars – as of 2035. That is thirteen years from now. I heard a conversation with experts on this on Dutch Radio 1. It was…
First, let’s wrap up the status of the debate: Politically, nuclear energy is a less thorny issue than in the past. Technically, the possibilities, mainly thanks to small reactors, have grown considerably. Costs are still significant, as is preparation time.…
We are all familiar with QR codes. Just point the camera of your phone at a QR code and you have almost all the information you need. With the emphasis on almost, because you still have to confirm that you…
Discarded pizza boxes, tissues, diapers: Some see it as waste, others make grateful use of them. Recell Group of Groningen is greening the business chain by converting cellulose from waste streams into raw materials for the construction, infrastructure and chemical…
“It all started with a quad bike. Sieuwe Elferink is learning to drive one of these contraptions autonomously on the roads around his home. He does this with the help of end-to-end AI, a new technology where one model learns…
If the EU wants to achieve its climate targets, buildings must also be planned more sustainably. One aspect that has been largely neglected so far is technical building equipment (TGA). One reason for this is that, to date, the work…
The Dutch and Northern French automotive sectors are moving closer together now that they have made their collaboration official. On 14 September, stakeholders from the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding – MoU – that launches the alliance that…
The first edition of the AI Summit Brainport in Eindhoven was dedicated to (regional) cooperation. AI (Artificial Intelligence) systems are set to play an increasingly more important role in industry. Although, before you can startrolling out AI further, you first…