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Human-in-the-loop simulation Oost Region Kick Off Afternoon - with networking

On 12 February 2026, the University of Twente organises a kick-off afternoon focusing on building a regional network around human-in-the-loop simulation. This interactive meeting brings together companies, researchers and organisations to exchange knowledge, share perspectives and explore opportunities for collaboration.

The afternoon kicks off with lunch and focuses on identifying common interests, potential partnerships and possibilities for future joint projects and grant applications. The programme includes short pitches by participating companies and round-table discussions to stimulate dialogue between academia and industry.

We look forward to welcoming you to this interactive session to connect academia and industry and shape future collaboration in the field of simulation!

Preliminary ProgramME

12:00 - 13:00

Lunch

13:00 - 14:30

Lightning Talks
Fast and dynamic pitches for interactive introductions to their work. What could you bring? What are you looking for?

Confirmed Talks:

  • Serious XR - Training in Virtual Reality
  • MARIN - HITL in maritime simulations for training and research
  • Controllab - How to prevent humans from doing unpredictable actions
  • Noldus - (Title TBA)
  • Medisch Spectrum Twente - Diversity, equity & inclusion in simulation
  • ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences - Interactions of humans in highly assisted and automated environments
  • UTwente - Overview of Simulation Studies 

14:30 - 15:30

World Café: Future of Simulation
Discussions in small rotating groups discuss topics, such as: 

  • What’s the biggest challenge in your field?
  • How can simulations benefit society?
  • What joint project would you dream of doing?
15:30 - 16:00

Coffee Break + Demo Corners 
Informal space for quick tool demonstrations or VR try-outs.

16:00 - 16:30

Wrap-up & Next Steps

  • Potential collaborations
  • Ideas for grant applications
  • Concrete next actions for the Sim Centre
16:30 - 17:30

Drinks

Human-in-the-loop simulation Oost Region Kick Off Afternoon - with networking
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