Amsterdam Venture Studios
The incubator facility for innovative knowledge and science based start-ups
Amsterdam Venture Studio (AVS) has six locations throughout Amsterdam which offers workspace and dedicated support. It connect students, researchers and alumni to entrepreneurial expertise, resources and a community of like-minded peers. The Amsterdam Venture Studios offers joint incubation programs, training, and mentoring in an environment that is focused on transforming knowledge-based ideas into new impactful businesses. Adding to this, AVS also provides easy access to a wealth of high-quality research facilities and laboratories.
The IXAnext valorisation programme is made possible with a contribution of the City of Amsterdam.
VU researchers develop research equipment to identify contaminants in water
Water, comprising over 70% of our planet, is the source of all life. The presence of emerging contaminants in our water, including pharmaceuticals, pose serious health and environmental risks, such as DNA damage, reproductive issues, and cancer. New equipment to detect these contaminants developed by VU researchers has been sold to other research groups all over the world. Now the researchers are taking the next step, together with IXA, to expand sales to water companies worldwide as well as other applications such as food and drug discovery research.
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Tackling learning difficulties in Academic Workplace
The Academic Workplace Rudolf Berlin Center (AW RBC) aims to make a meaningful contribution by supporting young people with learning disabilities through enhanced education and care.
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Contribute to Amsterdam’s Future: test your innovation at SAIL and the Amsterdam Marathon
Are you looking for a testing ground for your innovation? SAIL and the Amsterdam Marathon present an excellent opportunity to test your ideas. These major events attract millions of visitors and come with sustainability, accessibility, and logistical challenges that need fresh solutions. The In Residence Events program allows you to test your innovation during these […]
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