Features – Pagina 9
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International‘I sometimes wonder how many legs a sheep should have’
Peter Schoenmakers (prof. em. University of Amsterdam) considers the future of his beloved field of analytical chemistry.
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InternationalA broader training for specialists
The InterSpecial educational initiative is currently developing a programme that seeks to broaden the gaze of specialised students.
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InternationalBig whiteboard, big ideas
Chad Mirkin (Northwestern University) doesn’t shy away from the great challenges of our time.
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InternationalSolution for asbestos at hand
The company Asbeter Holding is developing a process that breaks down asbestos to the last fibre with just water and electricity.
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InternationalChemistry’s turn in gas crisis
Natural gas prices are soaring and Europe is bracing for winter with all kinds of measures. How can the chemical sector help?
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InternationalCreative baker debunks baking hacks
YouTuber Ann Reardon not only creates the most beautiful and delicious desserts, but the food scientist and dietician also dives into baking hacks.
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InternationalAmbitious postdoc clarifies cellular response
Kinga Matuła (32) heads an award-winning spin-off that can test the mode of action of drugs on single cells.
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InternationalHolistic view from cell to tissue
Spatial transcriptomics visualises molecules in cells and tissues in their spatial context. Aspect Analytics wants to make this technology widely available.
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InternationalLaser Speckle Imaging reveals the exciting world of drying paint
Dried paint does not look very dynamic. But appearances are deceptive. Using an adapted medical technique, Wageningen researchers show that there is a hive of activity within the paint. Useful for restorators and for the makers of new, sustainable paints.
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International'Pressure needs to be higher'
Elsbeth Roelofs develops projects with Dutch chemical companies to make their value chains more sustainable. She is a promotor for the new economy.
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InternationalWater quality monitored continuously
A network of sensors in Flemish waters provides real-time insight into changes in water quality.
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InternationalBacteria for sustainable petrochemistry
With a little tinkering with their DNA, we can make bacteria produce a variety of molecules. Even petrochemical molecules belong to the possibilities.
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InternationalInfrared tracking in centuries-old retables
A new infrared technique provides even more detail to the understanding of how art objects degrade.
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InternationalBio-orthogonal click chemistry receives Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2022
Responses from the field to the awarding of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry to Carolyn Bertozzi, Barry Sharpless and Morten Meldal.
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International‘Electrochemistry was always the eternal promise, nowadays it is more or less our only hope’
Marc Koper sees water electrolysis as the only way to a sustainable future, but also wants to answer fundamental questions.
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InternationalThe success of science parks
Both the local and national economy benefit from the growing number of science parks. However the government should act more as a facilitator.
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InternationalKNCV Gold Medal 2022: Erik Garnett
Erik Garnett is the 2022 recipient of the KNCV Gold Medal. His research centers around light as the driver of chemical reactions.
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InternationalHands-on learning at an innovation park
Several initiatives in the Netherlands are trying to stimulate the connection between students and practical research at companies.
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InternationalNon-alcoholic spirits for top-level cocktails
Charlotte Matthys takes virgin cocktails to the next level
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International‘Valorisation is not academic wisdom, it requires experience’
Thriving campuses are crucial to accelerate innovation. ‘They are part of the national innovation infrastructure, but it’s difficult to get across in The Hague.’