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student InternationalsA guide to celebrating New Year's the Dutch wayAfter Sinterklaas and Christmas, the next (Dutch) holiday is right around the corner: New Year’s, or, as the Dutch call it, Oud en Nieuw. We have our very unique way of celebrating this holiday, including frying oliebollen, shooting footballs and lighting up an insane amount of fireworks. Curious how to celebrate New Year’s the Dutch way? Consider this your survival guide!
student Student life11 budget-proof activities for students to get into the Christmas spiritIt's December again, and the Christmas holidays are getting closer: time to get into the festive mood! The only problem: your bank account... As a student, you simply don't have the budget for expensive gifts, unaffordable outings or luxury dinners. Fortunately, the festive season is all about cosiness, and you can create that with a student budget too! Here are 11 cheap activities to get you in the Christmas spirit.
science DigitalisationDo smart cities make us safer?Smart cities promise to make us safer. Cameras on every corner that detect violence and algorithms that alert the police before anyone calls. For many, that sounds reassuring. But how safe do these systems really make us, and more importantly, for whom?
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A guide to Dutch culture
As a Dutch girl who has lived in the Netherlands her entire life, I find our culture and habits nothing special. However, while studying at the University of Twente and meeting people from all over the world, I soon realised how Dutch culture sometimes differs from other cultures. From our daily routines to our deeply rooted traits, here’s a guide to navigating life in the Netherlands!
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science HealthThe next Iron Man comes from TwenteThe suit of the fictional superhero Iron Man grants engineer Tony Stark superhuman strength, flight and other superhero abilities. Engineers from Twente figured out how to build a team of Iron Men, by coating sperm cells with iron nanoparticles. Suddenly, they can be steered like robots.
science Circular EconomyYou have this goldmine lying in your houseEvery old phone in your drawer is more than forgotten tech—it’s a treasure chest of critical materials like gold, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Recycling them could save the planet, reduce dependency on China and Congo, and power Europe’s green future. Here’s why your old phone matters.
science HealthKees Study: Can your smartwatch keep you running injury-free?Running is wonderful. Until an injury, such as a painful Achilles tendon, sidelines you. After struggling with an injury to my Achilles tendon, I want to know: how can I prevent future running injuries, and how can technology help? For my new Kees Study, I’m diving into the world of biomedical engineering and its connection to running.
science Circular EconomyWhy does your phone battery drain faster over time?We’ve all experienced it: your phone or laptop seems to run out of battery faster and faster. But why does that happen? In this video from the University of the Netherlands, materials scientist Mark Huijben from the University of Twente explains what’s happening inside a battery – and how you can extend its lifespan.
science TechnologyHow do smart cars react so quickly?Imagine you are sitting in a self-driving car. Suddenly, someone runs across the street. In a fraction of a second, the car decides to brake. How does it do that so quickly? And could it do so even faster or with less energy, especially now that self-driving cars and autonomous vehicles rely heavily on cameras, smart sensors and AI systems?
Student Stories
student Study tipsHow to survive your group projectGroup projects: you either love them or hate them. Regardless of how you feel, though, there is no escaping them at university. If you’re lucky, you get to pick your own group members. If you’re not, you will be assigned a random group of strangers and have to trust them to do their job properly. Luckily, you don't have to leave the success of your project to fate. These tips will help you make the most out of your group project!
student GraduatesFrom student to biomedical engineer: “I keep hospital equipment safe and reliable.”Ben is a biomedical engineer at the ZGT hospital in Hengelo and Almelo. He completed the Master’s in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Twente.
student EnschedeHotspots in Enschede that every student should knowAs a student in Enschede, there are a couple of places you are guaranteed to visit often. But while it makes sense to older students to meet up at Teletubbieland or go partying at 't Gat, as a new student, you probably have no idea what this is all about. No worries, though – here are the most important hotspots of Enschede you need to know as a (new) student!
student Student lifeMoney, money, (no) money: 8 saving tips for studentsStudent life isn't always sunshine and rainbows. Let's face it - especially regarding finances, there's often room for improvement... In this article, you'll find eight money-saving tips for students, so you won’t have to survive on instant noodles for the rest of the month (yes, we've been there).
student BachelorDoes screen time impact your lifestyle and health? Creative Technology students show you how!Most people know that spending too much time on your phone can negatively affect your mental health. Yet here we are – often chronically online and spending most of our (free) time on screens, with all its consequences. That’s why student Creative Technology Nina and her project group decided to create an interactive installation for people to reflect on their screen time and happiness. In this article, she talks all about their work and its importance in today’s society.