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Admission requirements for the Belgian ‘Algemeen Secundair Onderwijs’ If you hold a Belgian Algemeen Secundair Onderwijs (ASO) or a Technisch Secundair Onderwjs (TSO) diploma you are eligible for admission to the Bachelor programmes of TU Delft if you have passed the following examination subjects with at least the number of hours mentioned in the table below. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Required ASO / TSO subjects and number of hours Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) + Chemie (1) Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Wiskunde (4) + Engels Nanobiology (English Stream) Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) + Biologie (1) + Chemie (1) All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Wiskunde (4) Applied Physics Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Architecture Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Civil Engineering Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Electrical Engineering Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Industrial Design Engineering Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Life Science & Technology Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) + Chemie (1) Marine Technology Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Mechanical Engineering Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) Clinical Technology Wiskunde (4) + Fysica (1) + Biologie (1) + Chemie (1) American High School If you hold an American High School diploma you are eligible for admission when you have passed a minimum of 4 USA Collegeboard Advanced Placement tests. These subjects (among which the mandatory subjects for the specific Bachelor of Science programme) need to be finished with a minimum score of 3 (SAT scores will not be accepted): Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Mandatory USA College Board Advanced Placement Subjects (minimum score 3) Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics + Chemistry Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Calculus A/B or B/C Nanobiology (English Stream) Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics + Biology + Chemistry All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C Applied Physics Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Architecture Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Civil Engineering Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Electrical Engineering Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Industrial Design Engineering Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Life Science & Technology Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics + Chemistry Marine Technology Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Mechanical Engineering Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics Clinical Technology Dutch + Calculus A/B or B/C + Physics 1 and 2 or Physics C: Mechanics + Biology + Chemistry Admission requirements for the French Baccalaureate Général If you hold a French ‘Baccalaureat Général’ diploma you can be admitted to the Bachelor programmes of TU Delft if you have passed the following examination subjects. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Required Premiere et Terminale subjects Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Mathematique Spécialité or Expertes Nanobiology (English Stream) Première : Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre + Physique-Chimie + Mathematiques Terminale: Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre + Physique-Chimie + libre choix Mathematique Complementaire All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes Applied Physics Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Architecture Dutch + Mathematiquse Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Civil Engineering Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Electrical Engineering Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Industrial Design Engineering Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Life Science & Technology Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Marine Technology Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Mechanical Engineering Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité or Expertes + Physique-Chimie Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Dutch + Mathematiques Spécialité orExpertes + Physique-Chimie Clinical Technology Première : Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre + Physique-Chimie + Mathematiques Terminale: Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre + Physique-Chimie + libre choix Mathematiques Complementaire Note: Regarding the Dutch taught BSc programmes, holders of a Baccalaureat Général’ with Dutch as a subject must take a language Placement test or a language assessement at the TU Delft ‘Centre for Languages and Academic Skills’ and may be required to take a part of the Dutch language course offered by the Centre before they can start their BSc studies. If you didn’t take Dutch as a subject you must do the entire Dutch language programme in a Preparatory year. Admission requirements for the 'European Baccalaureat' If you hold an European Baccalaureat’ (EB) diploma you are eligible for admission to the Bachelor programmes of TU Delft if you have passed the following EB examination subjects. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Required EB subjects Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics + Chemistry Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Mathematics (5 hours) Nanobiology (English Stream) Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics + Chemistry + Biology All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) Applied Physics Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Architecture Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Civil Engineering Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Electrical Engineering Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Industrial Design Engineering Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Life Science & Technology Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics + Chemistry Marine Technology Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Mechanical Engineering Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics Clinical Technology Dutch + Mathematics (5 hours) + Physics + Biology + Chemistry Note: Regarding the Dutch taught BSc programmes, holders of a European Baccalaureate with the subject ’Dutch as language 1’ meet the Dutch requirement of TU Delft. Students with the subject ’Dutch as language 2’ must take a language Placement test or a language assessement at the TU Delft ‘Centre for Languages and Academic Skills’ and may be required to take a part of the Dutch language course offered by the Centre before they can start their BSc studies. Regarding English proficiency: Exempted from the English language test are students who did an English taught EB Diploma or did the subject English as Language 1 or 2. Admission requirements for the English 'General Certificates of Education – A Levels' We require six GCSE in different subjects with grades *A - C (or, for England grades 9 – 4). On top of that at least three and in some cases four A levels with grades *A - C are required, depending on the BSc programme. Below you will find the mandatory A Levels per BSc programme. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Mandatory GCE A Levels (grade *A - C) Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A + Chemistry: A Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Mathematics: A (Statistics or Mechanics) Nanobiology (English Stream) Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A + Biology A or Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A + Biology GCSE + Chemistry: GCSE All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Statistics or Mechanics) Applied Physics Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Architecture Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Civil Engineering Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Electrical Engineering Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Industrial Design Engineering Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Life Science & Technology Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A + Chemistry: A Marine Technology Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Mechanical Engineering Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A Clinical Technology Dutch: + Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A + Biology A or Mathematics: A (Mechanics) + Physics: A + Biology GCSE + Chemistry: GCSE Note: Regarding the Dutch taught BSc programmes, holders of an A Level Dutch must take a language Placement test or a language assessement at the TU Delft ‘Centre for Languages and Academic Skills’ and may be required to take a part of the Dutch language course offered by the Centre before they can start their BSc studies. If you didn’t take Dutch as an A Level you will probably need to the entire Dutch language programme in a Preparatory year. Admission requirements for the International Baccalaureate (Diploma Programme). TU Delft only accepts the Mathematics course ‘Analysis & Approaches HL’. NB. we do not accept students with an IBCP. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Required IB subjects Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL + Chemistry: SL Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Mathematics: AA HL Nanobiology (English Stream) Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL + Biology HL or Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL + Biology SL + Chemistry SL All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL Applied Physics Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Architecture Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics SL Civil Engineering Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Clinical Technology Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL + Biology SL + Chemistry SL Electrical Engineering Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Industrial Design Engineering Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Life Science & Technology Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics SL + Chemistry SL Marine Technology Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Mechanical Engineering Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics HL Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management (Technische Bestuurskunde) Dutch + Mathematics: AA HL + Physics SL Note: Regarding the Dutch taught BSc programmes, holders of an International Baccalaureate (Diploma Programme) with the subject ’Dutch A or B’, must take a language Placement test or a language assessement at the TU Delft ‘Centre for Languages and Academic Skills’ and may be required to take a part of the Dutch language course offered by the Centre before they can start their BSc studies. Regarding English proficiency: Exempted from the English language test are students who did an English taught IB (Diploma Programme) or did English A HL as a final examination subject during their IB. All India SSCE of the CBSE/CISCE A Standard XII (Academic Stream) All India Senior School Certificate: Examination by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), in 5 subjects with a score of at least B1 / 75% per individual subject. Students must also fulfil the language requirement(s) of TU Delft. Per Bachelor programme the obligatory AISSCE examination subjects are mentioned in the table below. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Mathematics + Physics Applied Earth Sciences (English Stream) Mathematics + Physics + Chemistry Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Mathematics Nanobiology (English Stream) Mathematics + Physics + Biology + Chemistry All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Mathematics Applied Physics Mathematics + Physics Architecture Mathematics + Physics Civil Engineering Mathematics + Physics Electrical Engineering Mathematics + Physics Industrial Design Engineering Mathematics + Physics Life Science & Technology Mathematics + Physics + Chemistry Marine Technology Mathematics + Physics Mechanical Engineering Mathematics + Physics Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Mathematics + Physics Clinical Technology Mathematics + Physics + Biology + Chemistry Admission requirements for the Surinam ‘VWO’ If you hold a Surinam VWO diploma you are eligible for admission to the Bachelor programmes of TU Delft if you have passed the following VWO examination subjects. Bachelor of Science (BSc) Programme Mandatory subjects. Aerospace Engineering (English stream) Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Applied Earth Sciences (English stream) Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde + Scheikunde Computer Science & Engineering (English Stream) Wiskunde 1 Nanobiology (English stream) Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde + Biologie + Scheikunde All programmes below are in Dutch Applied Mathematics Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 Applied Physics Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Architecture Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Civil Engineering Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Electrical Engineering Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Industrial Design Engineering Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Life Science & Technology Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde + Scheikunde Marine Technology Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Mechanical Engineering Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde Clinical Technology Nederlands + Wiskunde 1 + Natuurkunde + Biologie+ Scheikunde

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IDE Publication Highlights (Week 39 2024)

Click here to view recent publication highlights from our staff and students.

National and International Phishing Attackers revealed

Phishing attacks, which trick users into sharing private data, have been a major online security threat for years. According to a 2023 FBI report, it is the top digital crime type. Researchers from the Intelligent Systems department have collaborated with three European country-code top-level domains (ccTLDs) to characterize phishing attacks, focusing on the Netherlands’ .nl, Belgium’s .be, and Ireland’s .ie. By understanding these patterns, the research aims to enhance security measures and protect internet users from phishing threats.

11,000 young researchers have obtained a PhD from TU Delft

It was a very memorable day for PhD Amey Vasulkar last Thursday, the 19th of September. Not only did he successfully defend his promotion on Arctic Sea Ice in Tide Models, but he was also the 11,000th student to obtain a PhD from TU Delft. We are incredibly proud of and thankful for every single one of these 11,000 PhDs who started their scientific journey with us and continuously strive to change the world through their scientific innovations.

How system safety can make Machine Learning systems safer in the public sector

Machine Learning (ML), a form of AI where patterns are discovered in large amounts of data, can be very useful. It is increasingly used, for example, in chatbot Chat GPT, facial recognition, or speech software. However, there are also concerns about the use of ML systems in the public sector. How do you prevent the system from, for example, discriminating or making large-scale mistakes with negative effects on citizens? Scientists at TU Delft, including Jeroen Delfos, investigated how lessons from system safety can contribute to making ML systems safer in the public sector. “Policymakers are busy devising measures to counter the negative effects of ML. Our research shows that they can rely much more on existing concepts and theories that have already proven their value in other sectors,” says Jeroen Delfos. Jeroen Delfos Learning from other sectors In their research, the scientists used concepts from system safety and systems theory to describe the challenges of using ML systems in the public sector. Delfos: “Concepts and tools from the system safety literature are already widely used to support safety in sectors such as aviation, for example by analysing accidents with system safety methods. However, this is not yet common practice in the field of AI and ML. By applying a system-theoretical perspective, we view safety not only as a result of how the technology works, but as the result of a complex set of technical, social, and organisational factors.” The researchers interviewed professionals from the public sector to see which factors are recognized and which are still underexposed. Bias There is room for improvement to make ML systems in the public sector safer. For example, bias in data is still often seen as a technical problem, while the origin of that bias may lie far outside the technical system. Delfos: “Consider, for instance, the registration of crime. In neighbourhoods where the police patrol more frequently, logically, more crime is recorded, which leads to these areas being overrepresented in crime statistics. An ML system trained to discover patterns in these statistics will replicate or even reinforce this bias. However, the problem lies in the method of recording, not in the ML system itself.” Reducing risks According to the researchers, policymakers and civil servants involved in the development of ML systems would do well to incorporate system safety concepts. For example, it is advisable to identify in advance what kinds of accidents one wants to prevent when designing an ML system. Another lesson from system safety, for instance in aviation, is that systems tend to become more risky over time in practice, because safety becomes subordinate to efficiency as long as no accidents occur. “It is therefore important that safety remains a recurring topic in evaluations and that safety requirements are enforced,” says Delfos. Read the research paper .

Kaitai Liang receives Distinguished Reviewer Award by ESORICS 2024

I am pleased to share that Kaitai Liang, a tenured faculty member of the Cybersecurity group, has been honored with the Distinguished Reviewer Award by ESORICS 2024.

Compliant DNA nanopores capable of size-selective molecule transport across cell membrane

Scientists at TU Delft and the Max Planck Institute have made a new class of structurally adaptable ‘mechanical’ pores made from DNA that can transport molecules through cell membranes. These innovative nanopores can open and close on demand and, for the first time, adjust their diameter.

New Delft Lectures in Design

This autumn marks the introduction of IDE’s three renewed Masters programmes. One of the unifying features is a stronger link with the world-leading research carried out in IDE. “Delft Lectures in Design - Where IDE moves the Horizons of Design Research” is a case in point. This new cross-programme course serves as a rigorous and inspiring introduction to the broad variety of IDE’s research.

Safety and Security Week 2024

Join us on 7, 8 and 10 October! From October 7 to 12, 2024, the national Safety & Security Week will take place. The free program organised by TU Delft takes place on October 7, 8 and 10. It will be an educational and interactive week— make sure you're there! The full program can be found on the website , including: Two interesting masterclasses ‘ Aggression and violence on campus: Navigating between reality and myths’ and ‘ Predict and Prevent: Masterclass in Safety, Crowd and Crisis Management’ Security & Privacy symposium Safety Square: increase your knowledge about safety and prepare yourself for emergencies For more information: Safety & Security Week (tudelft.nl) . Please note: some activities require registration through the website.

Flight Case 2024: A Journey to Japan

From 22 July – 3 August, 20 IDE master students, 8 committee members from the ID Study Association, assistant professor Rebecca Price, and professor Gerd Kortuem travelled to Japan for a unique learning experience. The group worked on cases for three global companies, Sony, NHK Spring, and Sekisui, each of which provided its own distinct challenges and insights.

Boosting sustainable building education

On 17 September, TU Delft launched a new initiative to implement sustainable building practices across the Dutch educational landscape by bringing together educators from Dutch vocational institutions (MBO) and TU Delft lecturers.

Do something that matters

We komen in Nederland in het basis- en voorgezet onderwijs samen 13.500 leraren tekort. Het leraarschap heeft niet altijd de reputatie die het verdient. En dat terwijl het alles in zich heeft. Daarom startte Universiteiten van Nederland (UNL) vorig week de campagne ‘Doe iets wat ertoe doet’. Het doel is om mensen met een nieuwe blik naar het leraarschap te laten kijken.

Marina Bos-de Vos wins EURAM best paper award

At the end of June, IDE Assistant Professor of Strategic Design for Ecosystem Innovation, Marina Bos-de Vos, won two awards as a first author at the European Academy of Management (EURAM) Conference for her research paper "Projecting for accelerating sustainability transitions: practices of joint value creation in circular economy programs".

Three Students Nominated for the ECHO award

Three TU Delft students have been nominated for the ECHO Award 2024. The ECHO award is awarded to students with a non-western background who are actively engaged in society. Sibel, TJ and Pravesha talk about their background their nomination. The finalists will be selected on September 27th. Sibel Gökbekir How has your background influenced your academic journey? As a woman with Turkish roots, my academic journey has been about more than just pursuing degrees in engineering and law; it’s been about consistently advocating for the diverse needs of women and multicultural groups, ensuring their voices are heard in important decisions. This is why I actively contributed to different board positions at TU Delft, working to promote inclusivity and equality. My background inspired me to explore how engineering, law, and social justice intersect, particularly in empowering marginalised communities. I chose to study energy transitions and human rights to contribute to a fairer, more inclusive World. How have you turned this into contributions to society? I’ve dedicated my academic and personal life to promoting diversity and inclusion. As a youth ambassador for Stop Street Harassment, I aimed to create safer spaces for women and minorities because I believe everyone has the right to feel free and safe in society. Through the Turkish Golden Tulip Foundation, I advocated for vulnerable communities in earthquake relief. Additionally, I founded an initiative for migrant students in Rotterdam-South and I have been committed to improving educational opportunities for secondary school students with a migration background. Next, I gave guest lectures across the Netherlands to educate the younger generation about climate change and equitable energy transitions, emphasising the importance of a fair transition for all communities. What does it mean for you to nominated to the ECHO award? I feel very honoured to have been nominated on behalf of TU Delft. My commitment to community engagement is part of who I am, and therefore the ECHO Award is more than just a recognition; It offers me an opportunity to further expand my contributions to a more inclusive society. As an ECHO Ambassador, I plan to expand my efforts in promoting equality and sustainability, while inspiring others to take action for a more equitable World. TJ Rivera How has your background influenced your academic journey? My background as a Filipino in a Dutch-speaking bachelor’s programme made my academic journey both challenging and enriching. Being gay in a male-dominated field like Architecture, where most role models were heteronormative men, added another layer of difficulty. It was intimidating to not see people like me represented. However, this experience fuelled my belief that systems can and should be challenged, changed, and updated. I aimed to bring a fresh perspective, advocating for greater diversity and inclusivity in the field. How have you turned this into contributions to society? I translated my personal challenges into tangible contributions by advocating for inclusivity within architecture. Together with like-minded individuals, I began exploring the intersection of identity, sexuality, and architecture, and collaborated with my faculty’s diversity team to raise awareness. As I became known for my work with the queer community, I saw an opportunity to create lasting change. I co-revived ARGUS, the once-inactive study association for the Master of Architecture, which now serves as a platform to discuss and address issues of diversity within the field. This initiative continues to foster a more inclusive academic environment. What does it mean for you to be nominated to the Echo award? Being nominated for the ECHO Award is a significant milestone in my journey to expand my mission beyond the confines of my faculty. This national platform provides the opportunity to raise awareness and advocate for social justice on a larger scale. I believe students are key to driving change, and my focus is on amplifying the voices of the queer community, which is often overlooked. The ECHO Award will enable me to form partnerships with organizations and universities, further promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equality. It’s a chance to create broader, tangible change, addressing the needs of those who often go unheard. Pravesha Ramsundersingh How has your background influenced your academic journey? As a woman in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), my background has been a powerful motivator to challenge gender disparities within Computer Science. Experiencing firsthand the underrepresentation of women in this field, I have been driven to not only excel academically but also become an advocate for diversity. Through leadership roles in the Faculty and Central Student Councils, I’ve focused on creating an inclusive environment that supports women and minority students, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed. How have you turned this into contributions to society? I’ve translated my experiences into actionable contributions by actively advocating for DEI at TU Delft. I ensured sexual education and consent training for 3,000 freshmen students, and I led initiatives like the Social Safety Initiatives Conference alongside the Dutch National Coordinator against Racism and Discrimination. In my student governance roles, I pushed for policies that address gender discrimination and social safety concerns, creating a more supportive environment for students of all backgrounds to thrive in both academic and social spaces. What does it mean for you to nominated to the ECHO award? Being nominated for the ECHO Award is an incredible honour that highlights the importance of the work I have done to promote DEI. It inspires me to continue advocating for systemic change in the tech industry and academia. This nomination reaffirms my commitment to driving equity in STEM, ensuring that future generations have more inclusive opportunities. It also motivates me to keep pushing boundaries and empower others to take action for a more just and equal society. The ECHO Award Every year ECHO, Center for Diversity Policy, invites colleges and universities to nominate socially active students who make a difference in the field of Diversity & Inclusion for the ECHO Award 2024. The ECHO Award calls attention to the specific experiences that students with a non-Western background* carry with them and the way they manage to turn these experiences into a constructive contribution to society. Winners are selected by an independent jury and may attend a full-service Summercourse at UCLA in the United States in 2025. Read more: ECHO Award - ECHO (echo-net.nl)

Boosting Research Skills through Digital Data Workshops

Data Carpentry Workshop for Social Sciences and Humanities at TU Delft. In a Data Carpentry workshop on 30 September and 1 October 2024, researchers will learn best practices and explore tools to make their data reusable and open, while enhancing the efficiency and reproducibility of their research workflows. Organised by colleagues from the Leiden University Libraries' Centre for Digital Scholarship , the TU Delft Library , Erasmus University Rotterdam Data Stewards , and VU Amsterdam data stewards , these workshops are designed for researchers in the social sciences and humanities who are novices in digital skills. Participants will engage with best practices, new tools, and the basics of the programming language R in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. The workshops are highly interactive, featuring live coding sessions and exercises. A dedicated group of helpers will be available throughout to assist participants, ensuring a smooth learning experience even when technical challenges arise. This supportive approach aims to minimise the initial frustrations that can come with learning new technologies. The curriculum is openly available and has been created, curated, and maintained by a global community of volunteers under the coordination of The Carpentries , a worldwide non-profit organisation. Authors: Peter Verhaar, Paula Martinez Lavanchy, Kristina Hettne, Daphne Barrow Picture by: Robèrt Kroonen Other news 30 January 2024 Interactive Environments Minor students bring the Library's Collection Wall back to life Several projects being led by or involving IDE researchers have secured kick-starter grants from the Convergence’s Resilient Delta Initiative. 23 February 2023 Call: Would you like to contribute with your XR experiences in education and research? Closing date is Friday the 17th of March. 01 February 2023 Short Scientific work at TU Delft From 1 February 2023, the TU Delft Short Scientific Work Scheme will come into force as part of TU Delft's Open Access policy. 23 February 2023 Call: Would you like to contribute with your XR experiences in education and research? Closing date is Friday the 17th of March. 01 February 2023 Short Scientific work at TU Delft From 1 February 2023, the TU Delft Short Scientific Work Scheme will come into force as part of TU Delft's Open Access policy. 11 May 2023 Increase in Open Access publications by 2022 For the 9th time, the open access monitor was carried out for TU Delft by the Research Support team. The report is based on the current definitions of the national OA monitoring framework. More than in all previous years, the share of open access within TU Delft has grown.

All renewed BK bachelor courses relate to Sustainable Development Goals

All 24 courses in BK’s renewed bachelor’s programme are now connected to at least one Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). The most prevalent SDG in this new programme is SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), followed by SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 15 (Life on Land). In total, 14 of the 17 SDGs are linked to at least one course: a starting point for better integrating sustainability in the courses’ contents, assignments and teaching materials.

2nd round of the 2024 SPRINT funding call with São Paulo, Brazil

The second round of the 2024 SPRINT call has opened . This SPRINT (São Paulo Researchers in International Collaboration) fund supports exchange visits and/or joint workshops undertaken by TU Delft staff and researchers from the State of São Paulo, Brazil. SPRINT funds the initial phase of joint international research collaborations with clear expectations that the researchers will submit a follow-up research proposals that continues the research started under SPRINT and consolidates the research partnership. The deadline for the 2024.2 edition is October 28, 2024.The total duration of a project can be 1 year, and the budget envelope is up to 7,500 Euro from TU Delft and up to 10,000 USD from FAPESP. FAPESP and TU Delft will fund a maximum of 4 approved proposals under this call. Please note that the Brazilian partners must have a current project funded by FAPESP to be eligible. Applicants need to send an application to both FAPESP and TU Delft. See full details in the call conditions. More information from FAPESP on past and present SPRINT calls can be found here. Questions on the call can be directed to Daphne van de Sande at D.vandeSande@tudelft.nl or Marie Kummerlowe at a.m.kummerlowe@tudelft.nl . SPRINT 2024.2 – Guidelines Delft University of Technology

Cutting-Edge Multi-Camera System for Multi-Modal Data Capture

Researchers from the Intelligent Systems department have built an advanced multi-camera capture system designed for high-quality data collection from objects and people. By incorporating existing audio devices, this system enables the recording of multi-modal data from human social interactions including both video and audio, offering invaluable resources for understanding human behavior, modeling physical objects, and analyzing human-object interactions. 

Breaking the bubble in Buitenhof: TU student explores the connecting power of a mural

Op 16 september onthulde burgemeester Marja van Bijsterveld officieel de nieuwe muurschildering ‘Cherished’, op de flat aan de Haydnlaan in Buitenhof. TU Student Virginia Facciotto deed voor haar master ‘Design for Interaction’ een half jaar onderzoek naar de vraag wat de waarde van een mural is voor de wijk: “De muurschildering kan zeker bijdragen aan een positief beeld over de wijk, maar dan moet wel het hele verhaal verteld worden.”

Unconscious Bias session during Summer Introduction Programme (18-22 August 2024)

As part of Summer Introduction Programme , our colleagues Fatima Ait Bari and Stavroula Manolaki of the Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Office gave an engaging presentation on Unconscious bias. The audience consisted of a group of master’s, exchange and bridging students, many from the international community, arriving at TU Delft this academic year 2024-2025. The session had as a goal to take the students along a “journey” of exploring how unconscious biases are formed, how they influence our interactions, and how we can become more aware of them. Participants were encouraged to reflect on their own biases and consider how they hinder their connection with people with diverse perspectives. Through interactive discussions and scientific insights, the presentation emphasized the importance of focusing on shared similarities to foster inclusive relationships. The D&I colleagues guided the students through a thought-provoking journey, helping them take steps toward greater inclusion and understanding in both academic and social environments. The presentation ended with encouraging the students to “Get together on the basis of our similarities; to grow on the basis of our differences”. We wish all new master, exchange and bridging students a successful and enjoyable academic year at TU Delft!

Fresh from Cafe X, not from the delivery service: food deliveries are not allowed

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We hebben een nieuwe regel opgenomen in de huisregels van X met betrekking tot het nuttigen van afhaalmaaltijden bij X. Het is niet toegestaan om eten te laten bezorgen door een bezorgdienst en dit op het terrein te nuttigen. Je bent natuurlijk wel van harte welkom in Café X voor een hapje en een drankje.