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# Faculty of Impact

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- [From Scientific Discovery to Societal Impact: Meet Four New Faculty of Impact Fellows](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/from-scientific-discovery-to-societal-impact-meet-four-new-faculty-of-impact-fellows/) - Our newest cohort of 17 fellows has only just started, but the ambitions are already clear. From earlier diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease and heart disease in women to detecting liver disease before it becomes irreversible and developing new medicines for currently untreatable diseases, these fellows are tackling some of society’s most pressing health challenges.
- [‘You need a plan bigger than tech’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/you-need-a-plan-bigger-than-tech/) - Ampelmann cofounder and angel investor David Cerda Salzmann enjoys using his knowledge and experience to mentor new start-ups. 'At Faculty of Impact's investor event, you could clearly see that these were people who know a lot about their field. Real academic gems who are being pushed to step out of that ivory tower of science. But who were perhaps being confronted with the business side for the first time.'
- [‘Om impact te maken is meer nodig dan kennis’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/nl/uncategorized-nl/er-is-meer-nodig-dan-alleen-kennis-om-impact-te-maken/)
- ['It takes more than just knowledge to create impact'](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/it-takes-more-than-just-knowledge-to-create-impact/) - Professor Harry van Vliet of the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences points out that there is 'definitely potential in our sector’ to participate in the Faculty of Impact programme. Still, applications from universities of applied sciences lag significantly behind those from universities and medical centers. His appeal: we need to move towards a broader definition of impact.
- [‘Programma’s die impact stimuleren moeten meer op de radar komen’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/nl/uncategorized-nl/programmas-die-impact-stimuleren-moeten-meer-op-de-radar-komen/)
- [Let’s take valorisation of scientific research to the next level](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/lets-take-valorisation-of-scientific-research-to-the-next-level/) - Faculty of Impact’s program director Frans Nauta shares his views on the new cabinet’s innovation policy, along with his unsolicited advice. His message is clear: we need to create much more space to take valorisation seriously, in whatever form it takes.
- [From breakthrough science to real-world impact: meet Tim and Brigit](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/from-breakthrough-science-to-real-world-impact-meet-tim-and-brigit/) - At Faculty of Impact, we believe that groundbreaking science deserves a real place in society. Our fellows don’t just publish papers, they build ventures that solve urgent global challenges.
- [‘If something works, let’s build on it’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/if-something-works-lets-build-on-it/) - Physics professor Davide Iannuzzi, former chief impact officer at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Faculty of Impact advisory board member, shares his reflections on valorisation, offering a candid and thought-provoking view on what we can do at the national level to better connect science and society.
- [‘Programmes that drive impact need greater visibility’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/programmes-that-drive-impact-need-greater-visibility/) - Kim Poldner, professor at Groningen University with a background as a professor at The Hague and Amsterdam University of Applied Science, ánd as an entrepreneur, believes that impact programmes certainly help to bring the domains of research and entrepreneurship together. However, these programmes are still relatively unknown, particularly at universities of applied sciences.
- [Event list December 2025](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/event-list-december-2025/) - This April, three remarkable researcher-entrepreneurs joined the Faculty of Impact with bold visions to transform their scientific breakthroughs into real-world impact. From next-generation cancer therapies to sustainable flame retardant materials, these fellows are tackling some of society’s most pressing challenges, and they are doing so with ambition, creativity, and a strong entrepreneurial drive. Meet Amber, Alsya and Ali.
- [Meet three of our fellows driving breakthrough innovation](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/meet-three-of-our-fellows-driving-breakthrough-innovation/) - This April, three remarkable researcher-entrepreneurs joined the Faculty of Impact with bold visions to transform their scientific breakthroughs into real-world impact. From next-generation cancer therapies to sustainable flame retardant materials, these fellows are tackling some of society’s most pressing challenges, and they are doing so with ambition, creativity, and a strong entrepreneurial drive. Meet Amber, Alsya and Ali.
- [New fellows announced](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/new-fellows-announced/) - We’re delighted to share that this month NWO has announced the seventeen fellows selected for our fourth cohort. They will start their Faculty of Impact journey in March.
- [‘I would say: copy, paste and get started’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/i-would-say-copy-paste-and-get-started/) - Biotech Booster CEO Nettie Buitelaar points out how this National Growth Fund programme boosts nation-wide collaboration in the field of life sciences and biotechnology, helping young entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into real-world societal and economic impact. She welcomes all initiatives that increase the social impact of Dutch science, stressing the importance of close collaboration with other programmes that aim for the same target, like the Faculty of Impact and the Venture Challenge.
- [A soft landing in the market: beyond the funding gap](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/a-soft-landing-in-the-market-beyond-the-funding-gap/) - Early-stage investor Thom Frielink (Curie Capital) advises young entrepreneurs to connect with experienced mentors and to always stay critical of their own business. He shares his thoughts on the financing landscape, considering the Faculty of Impact a valuable addition to the Dutch innovation landscape by softening the landing from academia to the private sector.
- ['We truly need this for our future'](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/we-truly-need-this-for-our-future/) - Margrethe Jonkman, Chair of VU Amsterdam, stresses that innovation needs stronger investment and scaling, warning that without a well-stocked pipeline of ideas and talent, the Netherlands risks falling behind. She champions the Faculty of Impact as a vital instrument but argues it must grow far beyond its current scale to truly deliver societal and economic returns.
- ['Begin with the application in mind'](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/begin-with-the-application-in-mind/) - Rebecca Saive, Professor of Applied Physics at the University of Twente and successful entrepreneur, argues that scientists shouldn’t have to choose between research and entrepreneurship—both can and should go hand in hand. She highlights the Faculty of Impact program as a vital step in bridging funding gaps and enabling researchers to translate innovations into real societal impact.
- [Eventlijst FOI newsletter September](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/eventlijst-foi-newsletter-september/) - Upcoming events (Oct 2024–Feb 2025) include major AI, tech, and startup conferences like World Summit AI, DPW, Web Summit, Slush, and sector-focused investor summits in Amsterdam, Lisbon, Helsinki, Utrecht, and beyond—plus monthly online webinars on EU funding, IP, and startup support.
- [From science to impact: Meet our new Fellows](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/from-science-to-impact-meet-our-new-fellows/) - Faculty of Impact has welcomed new fellows who are turning science into real-world solutions: a mood-boosting fermented food bar, sustainable battery electrolytes, and affordable tactile displays for the (deaf)blind.
- [Event Calendar | July – December 2025](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/event-calendar-july-december-2025/) - Exciting opportunities ahead! From deep-tech summits to startup accelerators, the coming months are packed with must-attend events. Whether you're looking to pitch, network, or gain insights from industry leaders, these events will help you connect and grow. Check out the full list below!
- [Building a Greener Future: The Journey of Hoss Karimi and CarbonsAI](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/building-a-greener-future-the-journey-of-hoss-karimi-and-carbonsai/) - Hoss Karimi, Faculty of Impact alumnus, founded CarbonsAI to reduce concrete’s carbon footprint using AI and industrial waste. Backed by TU Eindhoven and a strong team, he’s turning deep-tech research into scalable climate impact.
- [Minister Eppo Bruins Visits Faculty of Impact](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/minister-eppo-bruins-visits-faculty-of-impact-champions-valorisation-in-the-netherlands/) - Minister Eppo Bruins visited Faculty of Impact to discuss how more researchers can turn their work into real-world ventures. He acknowledged the program’s success and explored ways to expand valorisation efforts through co-funding and structural support.
- [Meet the next wave of impact-driven innovators](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/meet-the-next-wave-of-impact-driven-innovators/) - Meet Carina, Roland, and Salma—three new Faculty of Impact fellows turning scientific breakthroughs into real-world solutions. From sustainable yeast and microbial crop protection to climate-smart poultry feed, their ventures are set to make waves.
- [Scholarship broadens the scope for entrepreneurial college students](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/scholarship-broadens-the-scope-for-entrepreneurial-college-students/) - There is plenty of entrepreneurial spirit at universities of applied sciences, but the impact on the regions could be raised extensively if more students would find a smooth route to the market. In part, this has to do with unfamiliarity with the system of scholarships, Ben Kokkeler of Avans University of Applied Sciences believes.
- [A great step towards a national valorization agenda](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/a-great-step-towards-a-national-valorization-agenda/) - Compared to fifteen years ago, we’ve come a long way with valorization of Dutch scientific research. But, in the opinion of Braventure director Job Nijs, there is still plenty of room for improvement. He is optimistic about the new developments and at the same time advocates sustainable anchoring and a national agenda. ‘We need more role models, and thanks to programs like the Faculty of Impact, they are on their way.’
- [Turning Breakthrough Research into Real-World Impact: Meet Our Fellows](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/turning-breakthrough-research-into-real-world-impact-meet-our-fellows/) - At Faculty of Impact, we support researchers in transforming their groundbreaking innovations into thriving businesses with real societal impact. Our current fellows are tackling some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare, from early cancer detection to revolutionary drug development. Here, five of them share their journeys, aspirations, and experiences with the program.
- [‘Let’s team up to strengthen the innovation chain’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/lets-team-up-to-strengthen-the-innovation-chain/) - Anyone who wants to go to market with a promising academic invention can turn to various places for money and support. A frequently heard problem, however, is that the available services in the Netherlands are quite fragmented, and by no means known to everyone. ‘The innovation and valorization landscape would benefit from less segmentation and more cooperation.’
- [Pioneering with innovative ink technology](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/pioneering-with-innovative-ink-technology/) - Yari Foelen, a chemical engineer and entrepreneur born in Belgium, is developing cutting-edge solutions that address some of the most pressing issues in logistics. How to ensure that temperature sensitive products remain safe to use after transport?
- [Event calendar | April 2025 – June 2025](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/event-calendar-april-2025-june-2025/) - Exciting opportunities ahead! From deep-tech summits to startup accelerators, the coming months are packed with must-attend events. Whether you're looking to pitch, network, or gain insights from industry leaders, these events will help you connect and grow. Check out the full list below!
- [Meet our new fellows: innovators shaping the future](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/meet-our-new-fellows-innovators-shaping-the-future/) - In May last year, three exceptional scientists from University of Amsterdam, Delft University of Technology and Utrecht University Medical Center, joined our program, each bringing a bold vision for the future.
- [Interview Moniek Tromp: If you have ambitions to be an entrepreneur: definitely do it!](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/interview-moniek-tromp-if-you-have-ambitions-to-be-an-entrepreneur-definitely-do-it/) - Moniek Tromp, Professor of Materials Chemistry in Groningen, is pleased with initiatives that encourage entrepreneurship in academia: ‘Earmarked money to stimulate valorization, such as at the Faculty of Impact, can make just the difference in bringing research to the market.'
- [Shaping the future of renewable energy: the challenge of green hydrogen](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/shaping-the-future-of-renewable-energy-the-challenge-of-green-hydrogen/) - Green hydrogen has emerged as a promising energy carrier in the transition to cleaner energy systems. However, producing green hydrogen remains a significant challenge.
- [Meet our new fellows: turning science into impact](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/meet-our-new-fellows-turning-science-into-impact/) - At Faculty of Impact, we’re thrilled to introduce three remarkable fellows who embarked on their entrepreneurial journey with us in May last year. Yvonne Derks, Patrick Dekker, and Arjan Stoppelenburg are transforming groundbreaking research into ventures that will drive real societal change.
- [Innovating Offshore Wind Technology : The Story of Vibrotwist](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/innovating-offshore-wind-technology-the-story-of-vibrotwist/) - Creating your own startup is the best business school you can think of. Beforehand I thought: this is gonna be interesting, it’s gonna be a wild ride. And it even happened to be much wilder, much more interesting than I’d expected.
- [‘The worst thing that can happen is that you learn a lot’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/the-worst-that-can-happen-is-that-you-learn-a-lot/) - Creating your own startup is the best business school you can think of. Beforehand I thought: this is gonna be interesting, it’s gonna be a wild ride. And it even happened to be much wilder, much more interesting than I’d expected.
- [Event calendar | March 2025 – June 2025](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/event-calendar-march-2025-june-2025/) - Exciting opportunities ahead! From deep-tech summits to startup accelerators, the coming months are packed with must-attend events. Whether you're looking to pitch, network, or gain insights from industry leaders, these events will help you connect and grow. Check out the full list below!
- [Universities: ‘Startup success is also in our interest’](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/universities-startup-success-is-also-in-our-interest/) - An FOI application is only complete and admissible when the submitter is assured of broad support from his or her knowledge institution. ‘Therefore, involve us as early as possible’, Rosalie Driessen and Jeroen van Woerden stress
- [Embracing AI: Sem’s evolving journey in weather forecasting](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/embracing-ai-sems-evolving-journey-in-weather-forecasting/) - Throughout the Faculty of Impact program, Sem and his team explored multiple markets while refining their core technology. Although their initial target market remains central to their work, the rapid advancements in AI have led them to expand their approach.
- [In order for the ecosystem to work, we must all put our ego aside](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/in-order-for-the-ecosystem-to-work-we-must-all-put-aside-our-ego/) - New companies aren't built by universities but by ambitious and persistent entrepreneurs. In order to bring more innovations from scientific labs to society, we should all help facilitate their journeys.
- [Meet the fellows of the Class of 2024](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/meet-the-fellows-of-the-class-of-2024/) - Our second cohort of fellows, who started in May and is focusing on Life Science and Health, is making impressive progress! At the recent "Class of 2024 Report" event, they presented their innovative projects with posters, receiving positive feedback and making valuable connections.
- [Patent protection is more than ticking a box once](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/patent-protection-is-more-than-ticking-a-box-once/) - Patents are expensive, the application process is complicated, and only large companies really benefit. These are some of the misconceptions surrounding the topic of patent protection.
- [Breakthrough in Energy Storage: The Journey of Aytac Yilmaz](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/breakthrough-in-energy-storage-the-journey-of-aytac-yilmaz/) - He had a dream: creating something that makes a real impact on the planet. With his fast-growing startup in iron-air battery technology for renewable energy storage, Aytac Yilmaz seems to be doing just that.
- [Event calendar | November 2024 – February 2025](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/event-calendar-november-2024-february-2025/) - Our second cohort of fellows, who started in May and is focusing on Life Science and Health, is making impressive progress! At the recent "Class of 2024 Report" event, they presented their innovative projects with posters, receiving positive feedback and making valuable connections.
- [Goodbye to the power outlet: A journey of innovation and adaptation](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/goodbye-to-the-power-outlet-a-journey-of-innovation-and-adaptation/) - After realizing the financial impracticality of the idea, Bakker and his team refocused on smaller applications like powering everyday devices with ambient artificial light.
- [Meet the next wave of innovators: New fellows at the Faculty of Impact](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/meet-the-next-wave-of-innovators-new-fellows-at-the-faculty-of-impact/) - The Faculty of Impact has introduced a new wave of fellows focused on groundbreaking healthcare innovations. These fellows are utilizing the program's support to turn their research into market-ready solutions, all sharing a vision of transforming healthcare through innovation.
- [Leon Gielgens (NWO): Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity'](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/leon-gielgens-nwo-dont-miss-out-on-this-unique-opportunity/) - The Faculty of Impact is taking proposals until October 1, and Leon Gielgens from NWO suggests not waiting until the last minute to submit. He also recommends reaching out to your university’s Knowledge Transfer Office for support.
- [Five questions about applying for the Faculty of Impact](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/five-questions-about-applying-for-the-faculty-of-impact/) - Do you have an impactful idea that you want to bring to the market? The Faculty of Impact program might be of interest to you. Sandy Kalisingh, who is associated with NWO as senior program officer, answers the five most frequently asked questions applicants have.
- [Quiet heat pumps and a happy mom](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/quiet-heat-pumps-and-a-happy-mom/) - Heat pumps, everyone should have one. Due to their energy efficiency compared to traditional heating and cooling, they're an essential part of the energy transition, especially for households. The only issue with these promising pumps: they're noisy.
- [Fourteen new fellows earn a spot in the Faculty of Impact program](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/fourteen-new-fellows-earn-a-spot-in-the-faculty-of-impact-program/) - We have the list of the selected fellows, their research, and the institutions where they maintain or receive positions. Fellows will receive intensive guidance from experts in entrepreneurship, intellectual property, and investments at the Faculty of Impact.
- [SEAO2: Resolving climate issues by taking out CO2 out of the atmosphere](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/seao2-resolving-climate-issues/) - Growing up in Iran, Sharifian’s original plan was to make a lot of money in the oil and gas industry. After a Bachelors in petroleum engineering in Teheran, she went to the Netherlands to study petroleum engineering MSc in Delft. Soon after, the oil crisis started.
- [From no experience to commercial success](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/from-no-experience-to-commercial-success/) - When Eline Van Beest (40) graduated fifteen years ago, she knew she had a great product in her hands. She had developed a device that could help improve the lives of many patients with sleep apnea.
- [Parliament votes to fund Faculty of Impact](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/house-of-representatives-votes-to-fund-faculty-of-impact/) - Big news from The Hague: representative Hatte van der Woude filed a motion yesterday to continue the funding of Faculty of Impact. The motion was accepted by a clear majority, illustrating the broad support amongst the Representatives for this initiative.
- [Impact Week 6](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/impact-week-6/) - Before wrapping up 2022, we met for our Impact Week 6, hosted in De Baak, in Driebergen. Our fellow Yari started this session by presenting his case to the other fellows.
- [Faculty of Impact closer to funding](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/faculty-of-impact-closer-to-funding/) - On the 10th of October, we gathered at Vrije Universiteit. This time we had the opportunity to introduce projects and their progress to parliament member Hatte van der Woude, who recently filed a motion to continue Faculty of Impact funding.
- [The road to impact](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/the-road-to-impact/) - Scientists who want to take an idea to the market do not always have the space to do so. The financial system doesn't seem set up for this and there is a lack of a joint approach. That must now change. 'Young researchers who want to start a company get stuck in a quagmire of decisions and unclear guidelines.'
- [Impact Week 5](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/impact-week-5/) - Impact Week 5 took place at the International School of Philosophy. We began this week by zooming in on a nice, complicated case of one of the fellows that involves negotiating for IP with a foreign party.
- [Third Impact Week, 21 months to go](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/third-impact-week/) - After a summer break, we rolled up our sleeves again, this time at TU Delft Campus. On Monday, the 5th of September, fellows walked us through their projects, meaning their deal, technology, solutions, market opportunities, customer interviews, prioritization matrix, and milestone planning.
- [Progress report (20 months to go)](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/progress-report/) - On the 10th of October, we gathered at Vrije Universiteit. This time we had the opportunity to introduce projects and their progress to parliament member Hatte van der Woude, who recently filed a motion to continue Faculty of Impact funding.
- [Second Impact Week](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/second-impact-week/) - The first Impact Week is behind us, which means our fellows have 22 months left. (Oh yeah, the countdown has begun.)
- [NWO announces first fellows](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/nwo-announces-first-fellows/) - The first group of ten fellows have been selected by the NWO Review Committee! Exciting, right?
- [Come meet us at NWO’s "TEKNOWLOGY" event](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/come-meet-us-at-nwos-teknowlogy-event/) - TEKNOWLOGY is the NWO festival where technology, science, innovation and valorization meet.
- [Royal visit for first Faculty fellows](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/royal-visit-for-first-faculty-fellows/) - Honorable, but also humbling to be part of a program that so many people have worked hard on to make it a reality.
- [First Impact Week (23 months to go)](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/first-impact-week-23-months-to-go/) - The first Impact Week is behind us, which means our fellows have 23 months left. (Oh yeah, the countdown has begun.)
- [We are selecting Fellows](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/we-are-selecting-fellows/) - In the upcoming weeks, the NWO Review Committee will carefully go through the applications.
- [Press release Faculty of Impact, NWO, VSNU & Techleap](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/press-release-facultyofimpact-nwo-vsnu-techleap/) - The first round of Faculty of Impact will focus on the energy transition and sustainability. Potential candidates can start applying today.
- [The first NWO call of Faculty of Impact has closed!](https://facultyofimpact.nl/news/the-first-nwo-call-of-faculty-of-impact-has-closed/) - The official number of applicants is a well-guarded NWO (Dutch Research Council) secret, but we know from our many calls...

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- [About Netherlands](https://facultyofimpact.nl/nl/over/) - Over Faculty of ImpactDe Faculty of Impact is een nationaal programma voor wetenschappers die hun onderzoek willen omzetten in een onderneming met impact. Het programma is opgezet door de Nederlandse universiteiten (Universities of the Netherlands), in samenwerking met de Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek (NWO) en Techleap. AANMELDEN NIEUWSBRIEFHoe het werktAanmelding Zodra er een call
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- [Fellows - Circular Economy](https://facultyofimpact.nl/fellows/) - Meet the fellowsHere’s our first group of fellows. Their research focuses on sustainability. Tijmen Bakker Universiteit van Amsterdam Solar cells that capture indoor light Say goodbye to the frustration of low batteries! At the University of Amsterdam, we have developed innovative solar cells tailored for indoor use. No more annoying beeps from smoke detectors or
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