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The performance and reliability of machines and devices reduce as they age. Currently, inaccurate degradation characterization leads to overand under-maintenance, both of which have dire consequences on society.

Crisis management in family businesses is strongly impacted by their unique goals, governance, and resources.

The Southern green shield bug is a major problem for food production. The insect loves tomatoes, cucumbers and bell peppers and is responsible for up to 40 percent of crop losses.

Dream Team -Space Oasis Delfthas designed a lunar village for 150+ residents. The dwellings have elements of biomimicry, contain a self-sustaining biosphere and simulate a day-night cycle as well as seasons.

Dream Team -Space Oasis Delfthas designed a lunar village for 150+ residents. The dwellings have elements of biomimicry, contain a self-sustaining biosphere and simulate a day-night cycle as well as seasons.

More than 40 million people worldwide are blind. Scientists are working to develop implants in the brain that will allow blind people to see a little, for example a pattern of a streetcar or a cyclist.

The ROCCS research cluster of ERMeCHS, the research institute of ESHCC, recently published a scientific paper on the 'Data leak' scandal during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management.

On the 21 of June, the Nanolab of the University of Twente opened a new state-of-the-art research facility.

Kiane de Kleijne examined not only the benefits of green hydrogen, but also the emissions associated with producing and transporting green hydrogen.

For the first time, kitesurfing is on the Olympic Games programme, with the Dutch Annelous Lammerts as one of the top participants.

Green hydrogen often, but certainly not always, leads to CO2 gains. This claim is based on research published in Nature Energy by Kiane de Kleijne from Radboud University and Eindhoven University of Technology.

Animal species can sometimes evolve very quickly. Biologist Niek Barmentlo discovered that this is now happening in North America.

The University of Twente establishes a committee to assess research projects on their contribution to climate goals.

A good work-life balance looks different for everyone. Employees have to make choices about their work, leisure and caretaking obligations.