Investors are pouring funds into photonics startups to address the growing energy demands and efficiency challenges of AI data centers. Oriole Networks secured $22 million, while Xscape Photonics raised $44 million, with backing from tech giants like Nvidia and Cisco.…
People with chronic cluster headaches often benefit from neurostimulation. Nearly half of them turn up the current slightly if they still feel an attack coming on. Researchers from the Radboudumc write that this new, self-devised strategy seems to work. Follow-up…
In a rarely seen fusion of technology and design, Carbyon, a company developing cutting-edge direct air capture (DAC) technology, has partnered with four designers to reimagine the appearance and functionality of its CO₂-capturing machines. Hosted by Beatrix Bos, project manager…
Eindhoven-based Onward Medical has raised €50 million for their groundbreaking spinal cord stimulator. Germany’s Ottobock, a leader in orthopedic technology, is investing and acquiring 10% shares. The stimulator, which aims to restore movement to spinal cord patients, is about to…
Founded by Henco Schaap and Josh Bleijenberg, Dingdong aims to simplify finding a new room or roommate. “It’s the Tinder for finding your new roommate,” say the founders. With investment from student-run venture capital fund Round One Ventures, Dingdong will…
A new analysis of the European economy released last week suggests that economic growth could be more robust. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), policy changes could unlock this potential. Current progress lags behind what is possible. The IMF…
The world does not function without wifi. However, few people know that this wireless technology was invented in the Netherlands. Bruce Tuch was the technical leader of WaveLAN, the first commercial wireless communications network, making him one of the founders…
According to the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency (PBL), the Netherlands will not meet the 2030 climate targets if no further action is taken. Current measures will only reduce CO₂ emissions by 44 to 52% compared to 1990, far below the…
Inventions in fields such as vaccines or mRNA research, materials science, or advances in laser technology all owe their existence to university research. A new report published this week by the European Patent Office (EPO) shows that patent applications for…
For some, taking out the trash is a burden, while others can get nerdy at correctly separating garbage: attitudes towards waste change differ. With 2050 being the deadline for Europe’s climate neutrality, we need to curb our litter production and…