Data science reveals links between insomnia and emotional regulation
Van Someren’s work is informed by large amounts of data collected from ...
Algorithms that work – how higher mathematics generates innovation in LSH
Mathematical algorithmic modelling may seem a rarefied academic pursuit, but scientists at CWI pursuing life sciences and health research are committed to designing models with direct applications to challenges in healthcare. From optimising treatment plans for cancer patients and reducing waiting times for ambulances to improving geriatric care and suicide prevention, their work, says senior researcher Peter Bosman, “is not window dressing. Our algorithms are actually being used. We go from foundation to application.”
Willem Offerhaus: ‘Pausing our climate efforts is not an option’
No one can do it alone. No organisation can tackle the great challenges of our time as a soloist. And that is precisely why Willem Offerhaus has operated at the intersection of government, business and education for decades. As a Board member, he contributes to the business climate in the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area and sustainable, responsible digitalisation. Both are important for a smart, green and healthy region, he argues.
‘National Coalition on Sustainable Digitalisation’ calls on government for integrated approach to sustainable digitalisation
The 'National Coalition for Sustainable Digitalisation' (NCDD) offered Minister Adriaansens (EZK) a manifesto that encourages the creation of an integrated approach to sustainable digitalisation.
Beyond the triple helix
Transitions require not only technological but also social innovations. Research institute DRIFT argues that government, knowledge institutions and businesses must work together with the entire community to get those necessary transitions done. Beyond the triple helix, in other words.
Nupur Kohli: ‘Make use of Millennials and Gen Z brainpower’
For a smart, green and healthy region, we can put the brainpower of Millennials and Gen Z to good use. Young on Board represents those generations within the Amsterdam Economic Board. Nupur Kohli (32) is the new president of Young on Board.
Data sharing in healthcare: big promises, but also big challenges
Amsterdam Economic Board, ahti, Smart Health Amsterdam, Rabobank and Sigra jointly organise ...
ROM InWest and Amsterdam Economic Board confirmed collaboration
On May 30, 2022, the Regional Development Agency InWest (ROM InWest) and the Amsterdam Economic Board signed a cooperation agreement.
‘Alone you’ll go faster, together you’ll go further’
The Amsterdam Metropolitan Area faces major challenges in the field of responsible digitization, sustainable innovation and an agile education & labor market. Amsterdam Economic Board translates this into concrete action. General manager Nina Tellegen talks about our strategy for the next five years.
Utrecht focuses on IT jobs by opening TechGrounds Overvecht
TechGrounds opens a new location in the Utrecht district of Overvecht. It is the fourth physical location of the now national initiative that sets up 'tech hubs' in neighborhoods and activates hidden IT talent. After previous successful locations in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, Zuidoost and Rotterdam Zuid, TechGrounds is now going to make tech training and jobs accessible to hidden talents in the Utrecht neighborhood of Overvecht, in collaboration with Capgemini, AWS re/Start, Salesforce, UTC, UWV and the municipality of Utrecht.