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Diana Chaykina

Hydride-ion (H - ) conduction and solid-state devices Ion conducting devices have many practical applications in batteries, fuel cells, electrolyzers, and more. The hydride ion is particularly interesting because hydride-containing materials (such as oxyhydrides) can be potential candidates for solid-state electrolytes in such devices, leading to the development of new types of energy storage. Within this PhD project, different oxyhydride materials will be investigated to learn about the diffusion pathway of the hydride ion and to create a prototype device. Oxyhydrides Solid-state electrolytes Pulsed laser deposition Muon spin relaxation Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy

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Melis Duyar

Dr. Melis Duyar | University of Surrey Return to homepage Designing dual function materials for integrated carbon dioxide capture and utilisation Carbon dioxide capture and utilisation (CCU) technologies will play an essential role in decarbonising all sectors to reach a net zero emission future. In particular there is an urgent need to replace fossil derived carbon in the chemical industry as well as in fuels supplied to “hard-to-decarbonise” sectors such as transportation and residential heating. Dual function materials (DFMs) for integrated CCU are materials designed with both adsorbent and catalytic capabilities (hence “dual function”) that can capture and subsequently directly convert dilute streams of CO 2 (from stationary emissions or the atmospheric air) to useful chemicals. In a typical cycle of operation, the DFMs are first exposed to a source of CO 2 to achieve capture, then switched to a stream of co-reactant such as hydrogen or hydrocarbons to achieve the in-situ conversion of captured CO 2 . The chemical transformation of captured CO 2 regenerates the adsorbent while releasing a concentrated stream of desired end product. In combining CO 2 capture and utilisation, DFMs can achieve unique synergies that can improve energy efficiency. For example, exothermic hydrogenations of CO 2 such as the methanation reaction can supply heat that then drives CO 2 on adsorbent sites to spill over to catalytic sites during DFM operation. This allows reaction heat to be directly used in the energy intensive process of sorbent regeneration, while maintaining isothermal conditions to promote CO 2 conversion on catalytic sites. This seminar will discuss approaches to develop novel adsorbent materials for CO 2 capture, catalytic materials for the production of sustainable chemicals and present strategies to effectively combine these approaches to yield an integrated CCU system. A rational design approach based on fundamental understanding of structure-function relationships is needed to accelerate materials discovery for CCU in a diverse set of scenarios, and recent developments in this area will also be presented. Biography Dr. Melis Duyar is Senior Lecturer in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at the University of Surrey. She has a research background in heterogeneous catalysis for energy and environmental applications. Her current research interests include engineering dynamic catalytic systems for the direct utilization of CO 2 in any emissions source, the catalytic upcycling of plastics waste and the sustainable synthesis and use of ammonia. Dr. Duyar received her B.Sc. (2012) in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Koç University. She obtained her M.S. (2013) and Ph.D. (2015) in Earth and Environmental Engineering from Columbia University and conducted post-doctoral research (2015-2017) in the Chemical Engineering Department at Stanford University. Prior to her appointment at the University of Surrey (2019), she worked at the US Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory as Associate Staff Scientist at the SUNCAT Center for Interface Science and Catalysis and was also Lecturer of Chemical Engineering at Stanford University (2017-2019).

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Prof.dr. Laurens Siebbeles

Laurens Siebbeles (1963) is head of the section Optoelectronic Materials in the Chemical Engineering Department at TU Delft, (3 PI's, 5 technicians, ~20 PhD students/postdocs). The section has a worldwide unique infrastructure with production of excitons/charges by laser or high-energy electron pulses, and detection by time-resolved optical, microwave or THz conductivity techniques. He pairs experimental research with theory of charge/exciton dynamics in materials with potential (opto)electronic applications. Experimental and theoretical studies are carried out in collaboration with numerous academic groups worldwide and with industry, most notably Toyota Motor Europe in Brussels, Belgium. He publishes the results in international peer reviewed journals and via (invited) oral presentations at (international) conferences, universities or research institutes. Some results have been highlighted in other scientific journals, (inter)national newspapers and other popular media/websites. The research of Siebbeles has been funded by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO, FOM, STW), the European Union, the Deutsche Forschungs Gemeinschaft and Toyota Motor Europe. In 2004 he received a VICI grant from NWO; a prestigious grant of 1250 k€ for PI's who have demonstrated their ability to develop a new line of research and act as mentor for young researchers. The grant was complemented by 500 k€ from TU Delft and used to develop a femtosecond laser facility and picosecond pulsed high-energy electron accelerator. In 2016 he was awarded an NWO-TOP grant of 800 k€, offering outstanding researchers the possibility to renew their research. He uses this grant to study excitons and charge carriers at high density, including the formation of electron-hole Cooper pairs (in collaboration with Vanmaekelbergh and Stoof from Utrecht). On a regular basis Siebbeles is (co-)organizer of (inter)national conferences, serves on (inter)national recruitment committees, boards for awarding research grants, etc. He has been teaching several courses for bachelor and master students at TU Delft, including classical mechanics, quantum mechanics/chemistry, spectroscopy and condensed matter physics. Since 2016 he is director of the Graduate School (for PhD students) of the Faculty of Applied Sciences at TU Delft. Curriculum Vitae Scientific education 1991 PhD degree, University of Amsterdam Thesis studies carried out in FOM Institute for Atomic and Molecular Physics (AMOLF) in Amsterdam. Thesis title: Anisotropy in the photodissociation of H2. Thesis advisor: Prof. Dr. J. Los 1986 MSc degree Chemistry, Free University Amsterdam Topics: Photolectron spectroscopy experiments on ionization of small molecules and quantum chemical electronic structure calculations. Past and present positions 2005-present Professor and head of section Optoelectronic Materials in Dept. of Chemical Engineering (TU Delft). Topics: Experiments and theory on excitons and charges in (in)organic nanomaterials, such as quantum dots, nanowires and two-dimensional materials. 2016-present Director of the Graduate School (for PhD students) of the Faculty of Applied Sciences at TU Delft. 2011-2016 Deputy Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering (TU Delft). 2001-2005 Professor and head of section Radiation Chemistry in Reactor Institute of TU Delft. Topics: Experiments and theory on excitons and charges in organic materials and interaction of high-energy radiation (electrons, positrons, muons) with matter. 2000-2001 Associate professor of Radiation Chemistry in the Reactor Institute of TU Delft. 1994-2000 Assistant professor of Radiation Chemistry in the Reactor Institute of TU Delft. Topics: Experiments and theory on excitons and charges in organic materials and interaction of high-energy radiation (electrons, positrons, muons) with matter. 1994-1994 Postdoc in FOM Institute for Atomic and Molecular Physics (AMOLF, Amsterdam) in group of Prof. Dr. W.J. van der Zande. Topic: Quantum theory on photodissociation of molecules. 1991-1994 Postdoc in Laboratoire pour l’Utilisation du Rayonnement Electromagnétique, Université de Paris Sud (Orsay, France) in group of Prof. dr. J.A. Beswick. Topics: Experiments and quantum theory on photodissociation of molecules. Awards TOP grant (2016) form the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) of 800 kEuro, offering outstanding researchers the possibility to renew their research. VICI grant (2004) in the Innovational Incentives Scheme of The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO); prestigious grant of 1250 kEuro for senior researchers that have demonstrated their ability to develop a new line of research and act as a mentor for young researchers. Young Chemist grant (2002, NWO); grant of 230 kEuro for excellent young chemists to initiate a new research line. Antoni van Leeuwenhoek professorship (2001); honorary early promotion to full professor awarded by TU Delft to excellent, promising young scientists. Prof.dr. Laurens D.A. Siebbeles +31 (0)15 27 81800 l.d.a.siebbeles@tudelft.nl Building 58 Van der Maasweg 9 NL-2629 HZ Delft

Prashant Bhaskar, MSc

I received my integrated BS-MS degree from Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune (IISER-Pune) in April, 2014. I started my PhD research in the optoelectronic materials group under the supervision of prof. dr. Laurens D.A. Siebbeles in November 2014. My research aim is to study “Ultrafast spectroscopy on charges and trions in nanowires and nanosheets”. The major focus of my research is to study the charge carrier mobility and their recombination dynamics in one-dimensional (nanorods or nanowires) and two-dimensional (nanosheets) systems, as illustrated in Figure 1a. These studied are carried out by using pulsed-radiolysis time-resolved microwave conductivity (PR-TRMC) technique, where excess charge carriers are generated within the samples using 3 MeV pulsed electron beams from a van de Graaff accelerator and their decay dynamics are probed using microwaves (in K a -band, 27-38 GHz), as illustrated in Figure 1b. a. b. Figure 1. Illustrative diagram of charges and trions in 1D (nanorods or nanowires) and 2D (nanosheets) systems (a). Illustrative diagram of a PR-TRMC technique (b). Prashant Bhaskar, MSc p.bhaskar@tudelft.nl Building 58 Van der Maasweg 9 NL-2629 HZ Delft

Wybe Roodhuyzen

As research assistant I am responsible for maintaining two high-energy electron accelerator facilities. Firstly, a van der Graaff accelerator that delivers 3 MeV electron pulses with duration from 200 ps up to 250 ns. It can also be used in continuous operation. Secondly, the Advanced Pulsed Picosecond Electron Accelerator Laboratory with an RF-gun based accelerator delivering 3.0-4.5 MeV electron pulses, which are as short as a few ps. Both accelerators are used for research new materials for (opto)electronic applications such as solar cells, LEDs, transistors and nanoelectronics. In addition to that, the van der Graaff accelerator for testing satellite and space materials by simulating the effects of cosmic radiation via continuous irradiation with electrons. I am also involved in maintaining the Time Resolved Microwave Conductivity (TRMC) detection set-up and different smaller projects within the group. Ing. Wybe Roodhuyzen +31 (0)15 27 81121 w.e.p.roodhuyzen@tudelft.nl Building 58 Van der Maasweg 9 NL-2629 HZ Delft

Gianluca Grimaldi, MSc

I received a BSc and MSc degree in Physics from the University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy. As a PhD student in the optoelectronic material group I’m working on the development of efficient Cd- and Pb-free Quantum Dot (QD) solar cells. I use ultrafast spectroscopy to screen Pb- and Cd-free material candidates, determining their behavior upon photoexcitation. I’m also exploring possible strategies to improve the efficiency of QD solar cells, in particular enhancing the Carrier Multiplication process via the use of QD heterostructures. In order to improve the stability of QD based devices, I’ll investigating the optoelectronic properties of QD-films infilled with metal oxides via Atomic Layer Deposition, characterizing the impact of the infilled material on carrier dynamic and film stability. Gianluca Grimaldi, MSc g.grimaldi@tudelft.nl Building 58 Van der Maasweg 9 NL-2629 HZ Delft

Ruben Abellon

Senior research engineer. Responsible for chemical synthesis, optical characterisation of materials (UV-vis-NIR, fluorescence and transient absorption spectroscopy, quantum yield determination, carrier mobility determination using van de Graaff electron accelerator). Development and supervision first and second year laboratory courses. Coordination and assistance of Learning Research projects. Google Scholar Ir. R.D. Abellon R.D.Abellon@tudelft.nl Building 58 Van der Maasweg 9 NL-2629 HZ Delft

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First-ever imaging of pathogens on lettuce leaves in real-time

Met een groeiende wereldbevolking van meer dan 8 miljard mensen is voldoende voedsel produceren een uitdaging. Nederland is ‘s werelds tweede exporteur van voedsel en verbouwt enorm efficiënt allerlei gewassen. Plantenziektes zoals valse meeldauw zijn echter een veelvoorkomend probleem dat de oogst van de boer flink kan bederven. Delftse wetenschappers hebben voor het eerst een manier ontwikkeld om de infectie in planten real-time te volgen, zonder de plant te hoeven doden. De hiermee opgedane kennis helpt om nieuwe resistente gewassen te kweken met een hogere opbrengst en minder gebruik van pesticiden. Het onderzoek staat nu in Nature Communications.

New LDE trainee in D&I office

Keehan Akbari has started since the beginning of September as a new LDE trainee in the Diversity and Inclusion office. What motivated him to work for the D&I office, what does he expect to achieve during this traineeship? Read the short interview below! What motivated you to pursue your LDE traineeship in Diversity and Inclusion office of the TU Delft? I completed both bachelor's and master's degrees in Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology at Leiden University. Within these studies, my main area of interest was in themes of inclusion and diversity. After being hired as a trainee for the LDE traineeship, and discovering that one of the possible assignments belonged to the Diversity and Inclusion office, my choice was quickly made. I saw this as an excellent opportunity to put the theories I learned during my studies into practice. What specific skills or experiences do you bring to the D&I office that will help promote inclusivity on campus? I am someone who likes to connect rather than polarize, taking into account the importance of different perspectives and stakeholders. I believe that this is how one can achieve the most in fostering diversity and inclusion. You need to get multiple parties on board to get the best results. What are your main goals as you begin your role here, and how do you hope to make an impact? An important goal for me this year is to get students more involved in diversity and inclusion at the university. One way I will try to accomplish this is by contributing to the creation of D&I student teams. By establishing a D&I student team for faculties, it will be possible to deal with diversity- and inclusion-related issues that apply and relate to the specific department. How do you plan to engage with different (student) communities within the university? Since I am new to TU Delft, the first thing I need to do is expand my network here. Therefore, I am currently busy exploring the university and getting to know various stakeholders. Moreover, I intend to be in close contact with various student and study organizations to explore together how to strengthen cooperation on diversity and inclusion. Welcome to the team Keehan and we wish you lots of success with your traineeship!

Researchers from TU Delft and Cambridge University collaborate on innovative methods to combat Climate Change

For over a year and a half, researchers from TU Delft and the Cambridge University Centre for Climate Repair have worked together on groundbreaking techniques to increase the reflectivity of clouds in the fight against global warming. During a two-day meeting, the teams are discussing their progress. Researchers at Cambridge are focusing on the technical development of a system that can spray seawater, releasing tiny salt crystals into the atmosphere to brighten the clouds. The team from TU Delft, led by Prof. Dr. Ir. Herman Russchenberg, scientific director of the TU Delft Climate Action Program and professor of Atmospheric Remote Sensing, is studying the physical effects of this technique. Prof. Russchenberg emphasizes the importance of this research: "We have now taken the first steps towards developing emergency measures against climate change. If it proves necessary, we must be prepared to implement these techniques. Ideally, we wouldn't need to use them, but it's important to investigate how they work now." Prof. Dr. Ir. Stefan Aarninkhof, dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, expresses pride in the team as the first results of this unique collaboration are becoming visible. If the researchers in Delft and Cambridge can demonstrate the potential of the concept, the first small-scale experiments will responsibly begin within a year. This research has been made possible thanks to the long-term support from the Refreeze the Arctic Foundation, founded by family of TU Delft alumnus Marc Salzer Levi . Such generous contributions enable innovative and high-impact research that addresses urgent global challenges like climate change. Large donations like these enable the pursuit of innovative, high-impact research that may not otherwise be feasible, demonstrating how our collective effort and investment in science can lead to real, transformative solutions for global challenges like climate change. Climate-Action Programme

IDE Publication Highlights (Week 39 2024)

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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.