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Graduation of Djimin Teng

Graduation of Djimin Teng 28 June 2023 15:45 till 17:30 - Location: CEG - Lecture Hall G | Add to my calendar Sea level rise adaptation of rubble mound breakwaters Professor of graduation: Prof. dr. ir. M.R.A. van Gent Supervisors: Dr. Ing. M.Z. Voorendt (TU Delft), Ir. M. Irías Mata (Deltares) An approach based on adaptation pathways is developed, applied to a fictive breakwater, and validated with numerical models. The main focus is on sea level rise uncertainty and changing wave loading due to sea level rise.

Graduation of Max Berning

Graduation of Max Berning 29 June 2023 14:00 till 16:00 - Location: CEG - Lecture Hall F | Add to my calendar Upscaling Observations to Unravel Drivers of Morphological Change at the Prins Hendrik Sand Dike Professor of graduation: Dr. ir. M.A. de Schipper Supervisors: Dr. ir. B.C van Prooijen, Ir. M.A. van der Lugt Within sandy coastal environments, nature-based solutions are often in the form of sand- or dune nourishment. Natural forcing interacts with sediment and results in transport, determining the short- and long-term performance of sand nourishments. This is seen through morphological development. As sandy coastal environments make up 40% of the world’s coasts, which are often densely populated, understanding that interaction between forcing and sediment is important for successful sandy coastal protection strategies. Most sandy coastal interventions have been performed on wave dominated open-coast systems. Correspondingly, most coastal research has focused on these open-coast and primarily wave-driven systems. Therefore, behavior of open-coast systems is generally well-understood; larger swell waves dominate morphological processes showing distinct periods of erosion and accretion under storm- and calm-conditions respectively. In contrast, only a few studies have been performed on sheltered, low-energy coasts. This results in a lack of knowledge on physical processes and morphodynamics of low-energy coasts. Despite the importance of low-energy beaches as coastal protection, recreation possibility and as ecological hubs (A. Ton, 2020). Previous studies performed on the PHSD have focused on creating a conceptual understanding through data analysis (M. Klein Obbink 2021, J. Woerdman 2021) or numerical modelling (R. Hoegen, 2022). Through numerical modelling, it was possible to distinguish the importance of different hydrodynamic drivers and calculate transport quantities, however, these models require large computational effort. Therefore, the need arises to upscale local observations to macro-morphological changes and compare to observed morphological development.

Lilika Markatou joins Cybersecurity at TU Delft as Assistant Professor.

Evangelia Anna (Lilika) Markatou is appointed Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity at TU Delft, effective September 15, 2023. Lilika is working at the intersection of privacy and security, aiming to develop secure and private protocols that enable users to utilize cloud computing resources without sacrificing their privacy. She will join us from Brown University in the USA where she is currently a final-year Ph.D. student under the supervision of Roberto Tamassia. Lilika graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2016. In 2018, she received a Master of Engineering from MIT advised by Nancy Lynch. She also holds a Master in Computer Science from Brown University. Lilika worked as an intern at Google in the US and UK, and research assistant at MIT’s Computational Reactor Physics Group, MIT’s Planetary Astronomy Laboratory, and Harvard University’s Cosmic Microwave Background group. She has also been involved in education, supervision, and volunteer work activities at Brown and MIT. Lilika’s research was presented at top security, systems, and theory venues such as ACM CCS, PETS, VLDB, ACM PODC, and SIROCCO. Lilika was awarded the Best Student Paper Award in ISC 2019 for "Full Database Reconstruction with Access and Search Pattern Leakage", the Best Paper Award in SIROCCO 2017 for "Leader Election in SINR Model with Arbitrary Power Control", and the Licklider UROP Award for her work during her Masters. She was also a Paris Kanellakis fellow at Brown University. Lilika, welcome to the Cybersecurity section at TU Delft! Lilika’s personal webpage: https://markatou.github.io/

Femke Lucia Lindemans van Halewijn

Femke Lucia Lindemans van Halewijn "I would recommend participating in the theatre course at X, because it is a way of exploring and tackling new things." I would... ...recommend participating in the theatre course at X, because it is a way of exploring and tackling new things. Especially in this course, discovery is central. And I also recommend it because you will learn valuable tools through theatre about how to tell a story. For me... ...the beauty of theatre is that you witness a moment in the here and now. I link this phenomenon to 'being human'. There is no perfectly defined form, it is what it is at that moment.⁠ Do you want to know... ...what you can expect from the theatre course? First of all, an honest, safe working atmosphere. A place where you can explore, but will also look at different styles. To me... ...the power of art lies in the unexpected encounter. As human beings, we often think of things beforehand. But when something happens to you at a certain moment, something totally unexpected… that’s when you touch the essence of art. It is above all an invitation not to go into something with too much thought beforehand, but rather to allow yourself to be surprised. To me the power of art lies in the unexpected encounter. Femke Lucia Lindemans van Halewijn Theatre Teacher at X ⁠ More stories

Kevin Kok

Kevin Kok "I love that TU Delft (and most of the Netherlands) is very international." I love... ...that TU Delft (and most of the Netherlands) is very international. And I also love bringing different people together for social events. The "Culture Potluck" dinner, which I organise this Sunday, just made so much sense to me for a relaxed Sunday event before the academic year starts. There will be many students willing to make new friends and many students in need for a chill Sunday social event. ⁠ So, what to expect... ...from the Potluck Dinner event? A very relaxed socializing vibe where you can cook, share food and stories with other people. And good vibes! ⁠And about my cooking skills…..they are far below average to be honest. If my meal has over three ingredients and takes longer than fifteen minutes to prepare, I probably wouldn't cook it for myself. Maybe I will provide the salad for the dinner then.⁠I look forward meeting new people at the event. But also, seeing friendly faces, trying new⁠recipes, and sharing summer stories! I look forward to meeting new people at the event. Kevin Kok Student Programmer Reflection and Lifestyle at X More stories

Parents and caregivers: a conversation with three colleagues

DEWIS talked with three young parents about combining parenting with pursuing an academic career. What can we do to create a more inclusive working environment where parents can grow and flourish in their careers? An academic career and a family: can you have both? Samuel Kernan Freire is a PhD-student at the faculty of Industrial Design Engineering. He has a two-year-old daughter and is expecting his second child in August. Samuel: “I wasn’t quite sure if the two were compatible. The positive reaction of my supervisor reassured me. Of course, I need to manage my time well but the most important thing is to have a supportive supervisor.” When I got pregnant during my PhD studies, I was privileged with a supportive promotor. His attitude was very clear: becoming a parent is a fact of life. He supported me in my wish that my children could attend my PhD defence. The youngest was two. I remember my son walking towards me and a family member picked him under his raised arms. All the committee members loved it! Prof. Zofia Lukszo, DEWIS Chair Ema Gusheva moved from North Macedonia to the Netherlands with her husband to do a PhD at the faculty of Technology, Policy and Management and has a one-year-old daughter. Ema : “Having a baby during PhD studies is totally acceptable at my department. I have to say that combining parenting with my academic career is easier than I thought. I work fewer hours but I am very productive. I spend less time on social interactions; less time on my laptop, reading and doubting myself; less time on introspection and I do not have writer’s block. I sit behind my computer typing away and sending drafts full of typos [smile]. I don’t have time to be very self-critical.” Michal Shemesh is from Israel and started working as an Operational Manager after her postdoctoral research at the faculty of Applied Sciences. Her children are eight and twelve years old. Michal : “I never had conscious deliberations about whether to start a family. This decision is very personal to me. Having children is encouraged in Israeli society, so this might be a cultural difference. Children are part of life and you organise your life around the family. During my PhD, when my babies were small, they accompanied me whenever necessary, i.e. when studying or doing labwork. I would take them to the research institute in cases of emergency or after day-care was closed and it was never considered strange.” How do you balance work and private life? Samuel: “People are mostly speaking from a perspective without caregiving responsibilities. I think there could be more awareness around this, so we can be more mindful and inclusive. My supervisor and colleagues have been very accommodating but, in general, there is room for improvement. For example, be more mindful when planning social events. Ema: “My supervisor told me about conferences with day-care facilities but they don’t seem to be in my field. Where are they!? It would be great to have that option. Last time, my mother came with me to take care of my daughter. I can be more proactive in searching for networking opportunities and suggesting collaborations. I already have some ideas for shifting meetings and social gatherings so they better fit my schedule. In addition, I’m inspired to bring my daughter to work if necessary.” Michal: “Social interactions can be important for scientific careers. New collaborations might start or an interesting foreign visitor might attend. Inclusion gives you the freedom to be an excellent scientist. Inclusion means having a mind-set in the working environment where parenting is accepted as an important part of life. Accept mothers bringing their babies to conferences. Plan social events when parents are available.” "Universities are amazing places full of role-models and inspiration for children. It would be great if we had more welcoming spaces, where children could drop by and feel comfortable and not be intimidated by the huge amount of locked doors and unwelcoming messages. Showing our workplaces to our children is an educational experience for them and gives them examples of future possibilities. Flexible work balance is important, but so is the opportunity to bring your children to work because they are part of your life.”

Lisa van der Hoeven

Lisa van der Hoeven "The second week of VitaminX starts with my course on: Burlesque, Vogue, High Heels." The second week... ...of VitaminX starts with my course on: Burlesque, Vogue, High Heels. The nice thing about this course is that you learn to move sensually through different dance styles. Every style has a different background and approaches the dance in a different way. The lessons are also given by different teachers so you will get to know a diverse range of styles.⁠ After the four course days... ...you dare to show yourself in dance. You have challenged yourself and learned how to present yourself. In addition, you became familiar with the specific characteristics of each dance style. I hope... ...to see everyone at the course who has (secretly) always wanted to do such a thing (all genders). People who want to step out of their comfort zone, but also people who are already familiar with the dance styles and want to gain more experience. The course is suitable for both the beginning dancer and the dancer who is already more experienced.⁠ X offers... ...the chance to develop yourself. To improve your skills, but also to dive into the unknown. This course is a good example of that. X inspires and stimulates new experiences. For those still in doubt.... Just do it! Take the chance, sign up and try something new! X offers the chance to develop yourself. Lisa van der Hoeven Dance Teacher at X More stories

The Street Seniors

The Street Seniors "We are all retired, have children, some grandchildren and of course we want to keep exercising. That is what we do at X." We play tennis... ...every Tuesday and Thursday at X. For over a decade already! We are a group of friends, all at least 80 years old with Chinese Indonesian and Dutch East Indies origins. We are former students and teachers at the Technical Higher School. What connects us besides tennis, age, origin and study? That is, of course, food. What’s in that box in front of us? Pasties! We eat together every two weeks. We meet up via the chat group ‘Hangoudjes' (‘Street Seniors’). Here we talk about gossip and fun things. We also go on holiday together every year. Here we can also play tennis with each other. This year we are visiting the Eiffel in Germany. The vacation has to be cheap. The previous years, we went to Sauerland. We are all retired, have children, some grandchildren and of course we want to keep exercising. That is what we do at X. But why is X called X?... The Street Seniors Loyal X visitors on the tennis court More stories

Collaborations and partnerships

Collaborations and partnerships Mondai | House of AI Mondai | House of AI is a centre of expertise set up by TU Delft to connect and facilitate all stakeholders in the research and application of AI. Mondai offers insights for industry, governments and the general public into the university’s research, talent and education in the field of AI, data and digitalisation. Convergence TU Delft is also a partner in the Convergence knowledge cluster, in which Erasmus University, Erasmus Medical Centre, Leiden University and Leiden University Medical Centre and TU join forces, and in which AI also plays an important role. Zuid-Holland AI Mondai |House of AI, TU Delft and the regional development company Innovation Quarter are the initiators of Zuid-Holland AI , one of the seven regional hubs of the Dutch AI Coalition (NLAIC). NL AIC The NL AIC is a public-private partnership involving government, industry, educational and research institutions, and civil society organisations. These all work together to accelerate AI developments in the Netherlands and to connect AI initiatives in the Netherlands. 4TU The 4TU.Centre for Engineering Education (4TU.CEE) is the centre of expertise for teachers and scientists with questions and ambitions in the field of Engineering Education at the four technical universities in the Netherlands.

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Graduation of Djimin Teng

Graduation of Djimin Teng 28 June 2023 15:45 till 17:30 - Location: CEG - Lecture Hall G | Add to my calendar Sea level rise adaptation of rubble mound breakwaters Professor of graduation: Prof. dr. ir. M.R.A. van Gent Supervisors: Dr. Ing. M.Z. Voorendt (TU Delft), Ir. M. Irías Mata (Deltares) An approach based on adaptation pathways is developed, applied to a fictive breakwater, and validated with numerical models. The main focus is on sea level rise uncertainty and changing wave loading due to sea level rise.

Graduation of Max Berning

Graduation of Max Berning 29 June 2023 14:00 till 16:00 - Location: CEG - Lecture Hall F | Add to my calendar Upscaling Observations to Unravel Drivers of Morphological Change at the Prins Hendrik Sand Dike Professor of graduation: Dr. ir. M.A. de Schipper Supervisors: Dr. ir. B.C van Prooijen, Ir. M.A. van der Lugt Within sandy coastal environments, nature-based solutions are often in the form of sand- or dune nourishment. Natural forcing interacts with sediment and results in transport, determining the short- and long-term performance of sand nourishments. This is seen through morphological development. As sandy coastal environments make up 40% of the world’s coasts, which are often densely populated, understanding that interaction between forcing and sediment is important for successful sandy coastal protection strategies. Most sandy coastal interventions have been performed on wave dominated open-coast systems. Correspondingly, most coastal research has focused on these open-coast and primarily wave-driven systems. Therefore, behavior of open-coast systems is generally well-understood; larger swell waves dominate morphological processes showing distinct periods of erosion and accretion under storm- and calm-conditions respectively. In contrast, only a few studies have been performed on sheltered, low-energy coasts. This results in a lack of knowledge on physical processes and morphodynamics of low-energy coasts. Despite the importance of low-energy beaches as coastal protection, recreation possibility and as ecological hubs (A. Ton, 2020). Previous studies performed on the PHSD have focused on creating a conceptual understanding through data analysis (M. Klein Obbink 2021, J. Woerdman 2021) or numerical modelling (R. Hoegen, 2022). Through numerical modelling, it was possible to distinguish the importance of different hydrodynamic drivers and calculate transport quantities, however, these models require large computational effort. Therefore, the need arises to upscale local observations to macro-morphological changes and compare to observed morphological development.

Lilika Markatou joins Cybersecurity at TU Delft as Assistant Professor.

Evangelia Anna (Lilika) Markatou is appointed Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity at TU Delft, effective September 15, 2023. Lilika is working at the intersection of privacy and security, aiming to develop secure and private protocols that enable users to utilize cloud computing resources without sacrificing their privacy. She will join us from Brown University in the USA where she is currently a final-year Ph.D. student under the supervision of Roberto Tamassia. Lilika graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2016. In 2018, she received a Master of Engineering from MIT advised by Nancy Lynch. She also holds a Master in Computer Science from Brown University. Lilika worked as an intern at Google in the US and UK, and research assistant at MIT’s Computational Reactor Physics Group, MIT’s Planetary Astronomy Laboratory, and Harvard University’s Cosmic Microwave Background group. She has also been involved in education, supervision, and volunteer work activities at Brown and MIT. Lilika’s research was presented at top security, systems, and theory venues such as ACM CCS, PETS, VLDB, ACM PODC, and SIROCCO. Lilika was awarded the Best Student Paper Award in ISC 2019 for "Full Database Reconstruction with Access and Search Pattern Leakage", the Best Paper Award in SIROCCO 2017 for "Leader Election in SINR Model with Arbitrary Power Control", and the Licklider UROP Award for her work during her Masters. She was also a Paris Kanellakis fellow at Brown University. Lilika, welcome to the Cybersecurity section at TU Delft! Lilika’s personal webpage: https://markatou.github.io/

Femke Lucia Lindemans van Halewijn

Femke Lucia Lindemans van Halewijn "I would recommend participating in the theatre course at X, because it is a way of exploring and tackling new things." I would... ...recommend participating in the theatre course at X, because it is a way of exploring and tackling new things. Especially in this course, discovery is central. And I also recommend it because you will learn valuable tools through theatre about how to tell a story. For me... ...the beauty of theatre is that you witness a moment in the here and now. I link this phenomenon to 'being human'. There is no perfectly defined form, it is what it is at that moment.⁠ Do you want to know... ...what you can expect from the theatre course? First of all, an honest, safe working atmosphere. A place where you can explore, but will also look at different styles. To me... ...the power of art lies in the unexpected encounter. As human beings, we often think of things beforehand. But when something happens to you at a certain moment, something totally unexpected… that’s when you touch the essence of art. It is above all an invitation not to go into something with too much thought beforehand, but rather to allow yourself to be surprised. To me the power of art lies in the unexpected encounter. Femke Lucia Lindemans van Halewijn Theatre Teacher at X ⁠ More stories

Kevin Kok

Kevin Kok "I love that TU Delft (and most of the Netherlands) is very international." I love... ...that TU Delft (and most of the Netherlands) is very international. And I also love bringing different people together for social events. The "Culture Potluck" dinner, which I organise this Sunday, just made so much sense to me for a relaxed Sunday event before the academic year starts. There will be many students willing to make new friends and many students in need for a chill Sunday social event. ⁠ So, what to expect... ...from the Potluck Dinner event? A very relaxed socializing vibe where you can cook, share food and stories with other people. And good vibes! ⁠And about my cooking skills…..they are far below average to be honest. If my meal has over three ingredients and takes longer than fifteen minutes to prepare, I probably wouldn't cook it for myself. Maybe I will provide the salad for the dinner then.⁠I look forward meeting new people at the event. But also, seeing friendly faces, trying new⁠recipes, and sharing summer stories! I look forward to meeting new people at the event. Kevin Kok Student Programmer Reflection and Lifestyle at X More stories

Parents and caregivers: a conversation with three colleagues

DEWIS talked with three young parents about combining parenting with pursuing an academic career. What can we do to create a more inclusive working environment where parents can grow and flourish in their careers? An academic career and a family: can you have both? Samuel Kernan Freire is a PhD-student at the faculty of Industrial Design Engineering. He has a two-year-old daughter and is expecting his second child in August. Samuel: “I wasn’t quite sure if the two were compatible. The positive reaction of my supervisor reassured me. Of course, I need to manage my time well but the most important thing is to have a supportive supervisor.” When I got pregnant during my PhD studies, I was privileged with a supportive promotor. His attitude was very clear: becoming a parent is a fact of life. He supported me in my wish that my children could attend my PhD defence. The youngest was two. I remember my son walking towards me and a family member picked him under his raised arms. All the committee members loved it! Prof. Zofia Lukszo, DEWIS Chair Ema Gusheva moved from North Macedonia to the Netherlands with her husband to do a PhD at the faculty of Technology, Policy and Management and has a one-year-old daughter. Ema : “Having a baby during PhD studies is totally acceptable at my department. I have to say that combining parenting with my academic career is easier than I thought. I work fewer hours but I am very productive. I spend less time on social interactions; less time on my laptop, reading and doubting myself; less time on introspection and I do not have writer’s block. I sit behind my computer typing away and sending drafts full of typos [smile]. I don’t have time to be very self-critical.” Michal Shemesh is from Israel and started working as an Operational Manager after her postdoctoral research at the faculty of Applied Sciences. Her children are eight and twelve years old. Michal : “I never had conscious deliberations about whether to start a family. This decision is very personal to me. Having children is encouraged in Israeli society, so this might be a cultural difference. Children are part of life and you organise your life around the family. During my PhD, when my babies were small, they accompanied me whenever necessary, i.e. when studying or doing labwork. I would take them to the research institute in cases of emergency or after day-care was closed and it was never considered strange.” How do you balance work and private life? Samuel: “People are mostly speaking from a perspective without caregiving responsibilities. I think there could be more awareness around this, so we can be more mindful and inclusive. My supervisor and colleagues have been very accommodating but, in general, there is room for improvement. For example, be more mindful when planning social events. Ema: “My supervisor told me about conferences with day-care facilities but they don’t seem to be in my field. Where are they!? It would be great to have that option. Last time, my mother came with me to take care of my daughter. I can be more proactive in searching for networking opportunities and suggesting collaborations. I already have some ideas for shifting meetings and social gatherings so they better fit my schedule. In addition, I’m inspired to bring my daughter to work if necessary.” Michal: “Social interactions can be important for scientific careers. New collaborations might start or an interesting foreign visitor might attend. Inclusion gives you the freedom to be an excellent scientist. Inclusion means having a mind-set in the working environment where parenting is accepted as an important part of life. Accept mothers bringing their babies to conferences. Plan social events when parents are available.” "Universities are amazing places full of role-models and inspiration for children. It would be great if we had more welcoming spaces, where children could drop by and feel comfortable and not be intimidated by the huge amount of locked doors and unwelcoming messages. Showing our workplaces to our children is an educational experience for them and gives them examples of future possibilities. Flexible work balance is important, but so is the opportunity to bring your children to work because they are part of your life.”

Lisa van der Hoeven

Lisa van der Hoeven "The second week of VitaminX starts with my course on: Burlesque, Vogue, High Heels." The second week... ...of VitaminX starts with my course on: Burlesque, Vogue, High Heels. The nice thing about this course is that you learn to move sensually through different dance styles. Every style has a different background and approaches the dance in a different way. The lessons are also given by different teachers so you will get to know a diverse range of styles.⁠ After the four course days... ...you dare to show yourself in dance. You have challenged yourself and learned how to present yourself. In addition, you became familiar with the specific characteristics of each dance style. I hope... ...to see everyone at the course who has (secretly) always wanted to do such a thing (all genders). People who want to step out of their comfort zone, but also people who are already familiar with the dance styles and want to gain more experience. The course is suitable for both the beginning dancer and the dancer who is already more experienced.⁠ X offers... ...the chance to develop yourself. To improve your skills, but also to dive into the unknown. This course is a good example of that. X inspires and stimulates new experiences. For those still in doubt.... Just do it! Take the chance, sign up and try something new! X offers the chance to develop yourself. Lisa van der Hoeven Dance Teacher at X More stories

The Street Seniors

The Street Seniors "We are all retired, have children, some grandchildren and of course we want to keep exercising. That is what we do at X." We play tennis... ...every Tuesday and Thursday at X. For over a decade already! We are a group of friends, all at least 80 years old with Chinese Indonesian and Dutch East Indies origins. We are former students and teachers at the Technical Higher School. What connects us besides tennis, age, origin and study? That is, of course, food. What’s in that box in front of us? Pasties! We eat together every two weeks. We meet up via the chat group ‘Hangoudjes' (‘Street Seniors’). Here we talk about gossip and fun things. We also go on holiday together every year. Here we can also play tennis with each other. This year we are visiting the Eiffel in Germany. The vacation has to be cheap. The previous years, we went to Sauerland. We are all retired, have children, some grandchildren and of course we want to keep exercising. That is what we do at X. But why is X called X?... The Street Seniors Loyal X visitors on the tennis court More stories

Collaborations and partnerships

Collaborations and partnerships Mondai | House of AI Mondai | House of AI is a centre of expertise set up by TU Delft to connect and facilitate all stakeholders in the research and application of AI. Mondai offers insights for industry, governments and the general public into the university’s research, talent and education in the field of AI, data and digitalisation. Convergence TU Delft is also a partner in the Convergence knowledge cluster, in which Erasmus University, Erasmus Medical Centre, Leiden University and Leiden University Medical Centre and TU join forces, and in which AI also plays an important role. Zuid-Holland AI Mondai |House of AI, TU Delft and the regional development company Innovation Quarter are the initiators of Zuid-Holland AI , one of the seven regional hubs of the Dutch AI Coalition (NLAIC). NL AIC The NL AIC is a public-private partnership involving government, industry, educational and research institutions, and civil society organisations. These all work together to accelerate AI developments in the Netherlands and to connect AI initiatives in the Netherlands. 4TU The 4TU.Centre for Engineering Education (4TU.CEE) is the centre of expertise for teachers and scientists with questions and ambitions in the field of Engineering Education at the four technical universities in the Netherlands.
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Tracing ancient settlements in Colombia with remote sensing

A team of the LDE alliance (Leiden University, TU Delft, and Erasmus University Rotterdam) asked whether it might be possible to search for signs of ancient settlements in the jungle with affordable remote sensing techniques. For an expedition in a Colombian dense forest, the team, including remote sensing expert Felix Dahle of TU Delft, joined forces with archaeologists and drone experts from Colombia. In mountainous forests, drones provide affordable access to areas that would otherwise be unreachable from the ground. A LiDAR laser scanner already proved its value in coastal observation . The big question was whether LiDAR could bypass the many treetops. Trees reflect the laser, so it was crucial to fly close so it found its way through the foliage. The team mounted a highly portable LiDAR laser scanner to a drone and went on expedition nearby ancient terraces of the Tairona culture in the Sierra Nevada of Santa Marta. “We had to find the sweet spot. Close to the archaeological sites and still secure above the canopy”, says Felix Dahle. And it passed the test. The LiDAR laser scanner create a point cloud and a detailed 3D model of the landscape. “We were able to detect ancient terraces in the jungle. We discovered that we can scan through the forest when it is not too dense, but some areas remained unfathomable. We could also distinguish several types of vegetation, which might be of great use too to find undiscovered archaeological sites.”

PRELIFE consortium receives NWA funding to investigate the origin of life

The interdisciplinary research consortium PRELIFE has been awarded an NWA grant by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) to investigate the origin of life on Earth and in the universe, one of science’s greatest unsolved puzzles. The consortium will receive €6.7 million to explore this question and comprises scientists from sixteen universities and research institutes across the Netherlands.

Kwartetspel maakt seksisme bij politie bespreekbaar

IO alumnus Noortje Kwakernaak bezocht twee politiekantoren om er de rol van vrouwelijke agenten te onderzoeken. Ze merkte dat er wel eens sprake was van grove en seksistische humor. Om spelers over deze grappen te laten reflecteren, en misschien gedrag te veranderen, ontwikkelde ze een kwartetspel.

What trees teach us about sustainable production of materials

Trees are excellent teachers when it comes to making materials for load-bearing structures with as little resources and energy as possible. One of their secrets? When a tree grows, the direction of the wood grain adapts itself to fit the load that part of the tree is going to bear.

Exhale Sluitingsweek: A week of free events to say goodbye to Exhale and cosy up for Winter

De allerlaatste Exhale Week vindt plaats van 25 november tot 1 december en staat volledig in het teken van afscheid nemen van Exhale en het omarmen van de winter.

TIL student Laura Drechsel wins Q-Park thesis award

TIL student Laura Drechsel wins the 2024 Q-Park Student Award with her thesis called: Stories of Aging and Access - Exploring capabilities and challenges of accessibility for urban elderly through microstories. Her award-winning thesis can be found here .

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