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Symposium

AI and Ethics: Will this work out?

With AI on the rise, the relationship between machines and our society’s ethics is a big concern. Experts from across Europe met up for a debate in Luxembourg to discuss their respective views on the matter and to search for solutions.

Max Gloesener • December 06, 2023

Internship

Toronto Times 8 – Technique

An MSc student biology is embarking on an adventure to do a research internship in Toronto, Canada. For nine months. A leap of faith into a new world. In nine short, monthly pieces, he gives an impression of what it's like.

Bart Grijmans • November 30, 2023

Interview

Shoot for the Moon

Becoming an astronaut: who hasn't ever dreamed of it? For André Kuipers, this dream became a reality. He had the opportunity to go to space twice, for a total of 203 days. We spoke to him for a glimpse into the life of an astronaut.

Elanor Feddema and Serafine Beugelink • November 15, 2023

Event

Where Science meets Business

Have you ever considered combining science and entrepreneurship? These worlds don't seem to meet often, but thery have more in common than you might think. Our editor Louke went to investigate.

Louke Nieman • October 19, 2023

Background

Live Laugh Love?

While poverty in the world is gradually decreasing, and the 'global south' is catching up with Western living standards, we are busy optimizing our maximum (healthy) lifespan.

Jordy Janssen • October 04, 2023

Internship

Toronto Times 7 – Muskoka

Bart Grijmans • October 04, 2023

Opinion

A split to live with

For a while now, I have been finding it hard to reconcile two states of mind that have alternatively dominated my look on the future.

Jordy Janssen • June 22, 2023

Internship

Toronto Times 6 – Panic

Bart Grijmans • June 15, 2023

Interview

And then suddenly you're a podcast host

As of May 11, the science faculty has its own podcast: Wetenschap op je Gemak (Dutch). We spoke to student Jordy Janssen, one of the show's hosts. How did he get involved in this project?

Serafine Beugelink • June 08, 2023

News

What are those biologists up to?

Have you ever wondered what’s going on in the lives of Biology students? Then today is your lucky day, because I happen to study biology and I love talking about it. In this article I will explain an experiment I did in the past month.

Louke Nieman • June 01, 2023

Opinion

AI: the judge of speech

The insights shared in this article are a direct result of following the AI & Society minor. This program offers a unique and multidisciplinary platform for you to actively challenge your perspectives on the impact of AI in today’s digital society with fellow students.

Terra Rolfe and Tofigh Hasen Nezhad Nisi • May 25, 2023

Internship

Toronto Times 5 – Leap

Bart Grijmans • May 12, 2023