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student Student lifeThe University Council elections: how does it work?Elections are here! From May 16 to May 20, the University Council and the Faculty Council will be holding their elections. But what do these elections truly entail? And why should you vote? In this article, you’ll read about why it’s important for students to participate in the elections, which play a crucial role in policy-making at the University of Twente.
science TechnologyIdea from Twente to nationwide movementThe energy transition requires action. Not just from policymakers or engineers, but precisely from the people who have to do it: the installation engineers, work planners and technicians. They are the key to change. But how do you give them room to learn the necessary skills as well as to innovate?
student Student lifeLiving more sustainably as a student: here’s how to do it!Sustainable living and student life: not exactly a great combination, you may think. After all, as a student, you don't have the time to maintain a large vegetable garden or the money to buy solar panels. Fortunately, sustainable living doesn't have to be complicated. With a few small changes, you can make a big difference. Here are 9 ways you can do your bit as a student!
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Why Enschede is the perfect city for students
If you’re looking for a city that has the energy of a big city but the charm of a small town, Enschede might be the perfect place to start your student life. Here’s why this vibrant city has so much to offer for students at the University of Twente.
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science TechnologyFive reasons why playing games is actually good for youThere is no way around it: gaming is the largest entertainment industry in the world. Ask any concerned parent what they think of digital games, though, and the answers paint a picture of addictive, isolating, and violent time-wasters. How could such horrible things draw in billions of players?
science TechnologyFrom whisky to sick chickens: this electronic nose smells what you can’tAn electronic nose that can tell different whiskies apart? It might sound like a joke, but behind the idea lies a serious technology with significant impact. Dr Ir Sissi de Beer, scientist and programme director of Applied Physics at the University of Twente, is developing a portable sensor that, much like the human nose, can recognise scents. Handy at a whisky tasting, perhaps, but primarily intended to help farmers detect diseases in their livestock at an early stage — even before a vet would notice.
science HealthThis is the wheelchair of the futureWithin innovation cluster MedTech Twente, people are working on tomorrow's healthcare. UT alumnus Gabriel Costa and Stephanie Jansen, founders of spin-off company J58, talk about the importance of patient-centred innovations, the ecosystem in Twente and making an impact.
science RoboticsThese robots will help detect and treat cancerAt the laboratories of the University of Twente, researchers are working on robotics that will improve healthcare. These studies aim to make care more personalised and precise, ensuring that every patient receives the treatment that suits them best. While robots are already used in healthcare, in the future they will be deployed even more frequently. In this story, we’ll look at how robotics is helping to detect and treat cancer.
science Chip TechnologyFrom sand to smartphoneThe smartphone in your pocket and other electronic devices are packed with microchips. With a huge demand for smartphones, computers, and other smart technologies, there is a global shortage of these chips. Production processes simply cannot keep pace with the immense demand. But why does making a computer chip take so long?
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student Enschede10 fun spring activities for students in EnschedeThe sun has finally come out again, temperatures are rising, and it’s time to dig up your spring clothes! Are you still looking for fun things to do this spring? Here are the 10 best activities for students in and around Enschede!
student GraduatesFrom student to metocean engineer: “I model ocean conditions.”Carlos is a metocean engineer at Van Oord, an offshore construction company focused on dredging and land reclamation. He completed the Master’s in Civil Engineering & Management with a specialisation in Water Engineering & Management at the University of Twente.
student Student lifeStudent house or living on your own? Here are the pros and cons!When you start studying, you’ll face an important decision: will you move into a room in a student house, or do you prefer to live on your own in a studio or apartment? Each option has its pros and cons. Based on my own experiences, I will list the differences for you in this article!
student Student tips16 things I wish I had known before I started studyingAre you about to start university? Then you have a fun and quite exciting period ahead of you. Along the way, you’ll naturally learn the do's and don'ts of studying. But why not learn from other people's experiences as well? To help you get off to a good start: these are 16 things I wish I knew before I started studying!
student ExperiencesBart studies the Bachelor's in Psychology: “Listening is more important than finding a solution yourself.”“There are so many young people living with mental health challenges, and I want to help them,” says student Bart. “Imagine helping someone overcome their fears or traumas in a completely immersive, safe environment using virtual reality—that’s the future of psychology, and it’s awesome that I’m part of it.” In this story, he shares his journey through the Bachelor's in Psychology at the University of Twente.