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Professor Derk Loorbach Named Scientific Lead of Climate Research Initiative Netherlands

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) Professor Derk Loorbach has been appointed as the scientific lead of the Climate Research Initiative Netherlands (KIN). Loorbach, an expert in socio-economic transitions, will guide the scientific direction of KIN, focusing on systemic transitions and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration … Read the full press release

Marjolein van Wijngaarden Joins NWO AES Board, Enhancing Focus on Sustainability and Innovation

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, September 2024

(IN BRIEF) Marjolein van Wijngaarden has been appointed to the board of NWO’s Applied and Engineering Sciences (AES) domain, effective September 1, 2024. She brings over 25 years of experience in sustainability, innovation, and strategic partnerships, currently serving as the … Read the full press release

Perspectief 2024/2025: Call for Proposals to Foster Technological Innovations

PRESS RELEASE -- 6, August 2024

(IN BRIEF) The Perspectief financing instrument invites researchers, companies, and civil-society organizations to submit proposals for collaborative research projects focused on technological innovations. Key changes include reduced co-financing requirements and updated key technologies. Deadlines are in October 2024, November 2024, … Read the full press release

NWO Awards 800,000 Euros to Experienced Researchers in SSH Open Competition L

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, July 2024

(IN BRIEF) The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has awarded up to 800,000 euros per project in the SSH Open Competition L, aimed at researchers who earned their PhD at least 15 years ago. With over 40 million euros in total … Read the full press release