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
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’
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
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
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
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.