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Earth 2.0: is the world getting better or worse?

We live in an imperfect world. Poverty, disease, lack of education, environmental destruction: the problems are all too obvious. Can we do anything about it? Emerging global technologies have a serious impact on society as it is today. The organization of the PhD & PDEng Day, P-NUT, want to position two sides of the coin by imposing a battle: optimistic (e.g., ‘heading for a golden future!’) versus pessimistic (e.g., ‘the world is going to die!’). Therefore during the PhD & PDEng day, they want to present the participants with the different opportunities for making the world a better place and to equip them towards achieving their desired position.

Starting your own business after your PhD

If you are a researcher with an interesting research result, a ground-breaking technology or a smart innovation, we can help you to bring your innovative idea or research to market. We offer you an inspiring workshop about the phases from researcher to a successful startup. We show what support the University of Twente Knowledge & Technology Transfer Office offers to start with your business. In addition, Jasper van Weerd, founder of LipoCoat, will share his story, experiences and tips about starting a business from research. After the workshop, you can find our experts on the information market where we would like to talk to you!

Do we see you there? Read more about the program and sign up.