Amsterdam Science & Innovation Award
The Amsterdam competition for research based innovative ideas and impactful innovations, organised by IXA for Amsterdam researchers and students.
Don’t get fooled by the name of this competition. The Amsterdam Science & Innovation award is an inclusive competition. It is open to idea’s from all research disciplines: from aviation to engineering, maths, red and green life sciences, oral health, to the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Bringing research outside universities and into the world
AmSIA is the Amsterdam competition for research based innovative ideas that contribute to a better world. Since its launch in 2005 it gave a stage to over 400 innovative, smart and applicable ideas. Many of these have resulted in concrete applications and some even formed the fundament for new businesses.
Innovative Minds: insights from the next generation of scientist-entrepreneurs
Photograhpy by Monika Vaskorova Explore the journeys of UvA Researchers Tijmen Bakker, Olivier Lugier, and Ewelina Weglarz-Tomczak as they transformed their research into impactful startups. From developing solar cells and nanoparticles to creating enzyme-based treatments against Alzheimer’s, these scientists share their experiences of overcoming obstacles, securing funding, and utilizing university support in the context of […]
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RehabAI@Home: public-private innovation for advancing rehabilitation
With RehabAI@Home, there is a unique public-private partnership between VU Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC, Hogeschool van Amsterdam, and ROM InWest. The goal is to elevate innovation in rehabilitation care by combining science, artificial intelligence (AI), and entrepreneurship, making home rehabilitation more accessible and effective. Why RehabAI@Home? Healthcare faces significant challenges: The number of people […]
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Optics11’s new partnership for breakthrough underwater surveillance by Royal Netherlands Navy
VU spin-off Optics11, partners with Thales to equip Dutch submarines with advanced sonar technology to enhance underwater surveillance capabilities. The ability for the Royal Navy to detect threats in deep waters ensures that potential dangers are identified early. Ultimately, the advancements contribute to stronger national security, safeguarding our interests and maintaining stability. Thales delivers cutting-edge Sonar […]
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