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2606, 2025

Event Calendar | July – December 2025

June 26th, 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!

2606, 2025

Minister Eppo Bruins Visits Faculty of Impact

June 26th, 2025|

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.

506, 2025

Scholarship broadens the scope for entrepreneurial college students

June 5th, 2025|

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.

1704, 2025

Turning Breakthrough Research into Real-World Impact: Meet Our Fellows

April 17th, 2025|

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.

1704, 2025

Pioneering with innovative ink technology

April 17th, 2025|

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?

1704, 2025

Event calendar | April 2025 – June 2025

April 17th, 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!