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Wheelchair users with a spinal cord injury (SCI) or amputation generally lead an inactive lifestyle, associated with reduced fitness and health. Digital interventions and sport and lifestyle applications (E-platforms) may be helpful in achieving a ...
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Vacation travel is an essential ingredient in quality of life. However, the contriubtion of vacations to quality of life could be improved in two ways: by optimizing the decisions people make when planning and undertaking their vacations, and by ...
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The objective of Sustainable Solid Biofuel project is to contribute to a zero-waste and low-carbon emission production of charcoal by evaluating the feasibility and energy efficiency of three different conversion technologies. According to the IEA’s ...
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The production, use, disposal and recovery of packaging not only generates massive volumes of waste, it also consumes raw materials, water and energy (Fitzpatrick et al. 2012). Simultaneously, consumers have shown an increasing interest in products ...
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Europe’s energy transition is accelerating electrification across buildings, mobility, and industry. At the same time, renewable energy integration is creating new challenges for electricity infrastructure. In many regions, including the Netherlands, ...
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Cybersecurity organizations face growing pressure to perform more penetration testing due to regulations such as NIS2, while at the same time struggling with a shortage of experienced professionals. In practice, pentesters often spend a lot of time ...
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An efficient and sustainable logistics process is essential for logistics companies to remain competitive and to manage the dynamic demands and service requirements. Specifically, the first- and last-mile hub-to-hub (inter) logistics is one of the ...
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Automated driving nowadays has become reality with the help of in-vehicle (ADAS) systems. More and more of such systems are being developed by OEMs and service providers. These (partly) automated systems are intended to enhance road and traffic ...
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Structural and functional knowledge of proteins, which are essential in biological processes, is fundamental for our understanding of the Chemistry of Life. Structural biology - the field that studies the structure and function of proteins – has seen ...
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The consortium would like to contribute to structural reduction of post-harvest and food losses and food quality improvement in Kenyan avocado and dairy value chains via the application of technical solutions and tools as well as improved chain ...
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Traffic accidents are a severe public health problem worldwide, accounting for approximately 1.35 million deaths annually. Besides the loss of life, the social costs (accidents, congestion, and environmental damage) are significant. In the ...
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Zuyd University of Applied Sciences (ZUYD) and partners will develop photoflow chemistry reaction set-ups that will be powered with light as sustainable energy source, and as such contribute to the transition of the current chemical industry to a ...
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The maritime industry faces significant challenges in maintaining ships, offshore platforms and critical infrastructure that operate in harsh marine environments. Corrosion, wear, and fatigue damage are common issues that require frequent repairs. ...
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Many SMEs face the challenge of making their products more sustainable and circular. But what does this mean in concrete terms for their products? Should they use less or different materials? Should they design products for easier disassembly or ...
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Design, Design Thinking, and Co-design have gained global recognition as powerful approaches for innovation and transformation. These methodologies foster stakeholder engagement, empathy, and collective sense-making, and are increasingly applied to ...
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In societies where physical activity levels are declining, stimulating sports participation in youth is vital. While sports offer numerous benefits, injuries in youth are at an all-time high with potential long-term consequences. Particularly, women ...
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In Europe nearly 10% of the population suffers from diabetes and almost 1% from Rheumatoid Arthritis which can lead to serious problems with mobility and active participation, especially in the ageing population. Pedorthists deliver personalised ...
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The transition toward more plant-based diets is accelerating, yet the taste and texture of many plant-based products still fall short compared to their animal-based counterparts. A clear example is plant-based ice cream, which consumers often ...
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Caribbean coral reefs are experiencing ongoing ecological decline driven by climate change, coral disease, coastal development, and overfishing, among others. These stressors have reduced coral cover, diminished herbivore populations, and led to ...
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The tourism industry's focus on economic growth has often overlooked accessible tourism, limiting travel opportunities for individuals with disabilities. People with disabilities are frequently misunderstood and underserved. Operators often meet only ...
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In 2024, the Dutch government set a new plan for offshore wind farms to become the Netherlands' largest power source by 2032, aiming for 21 GW of installed capacity. By 2050, they expect between 38 and 72 GW of offshore wind power to meet climate-...
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