SEPTEMBER 26 TO
OCTOBER 5 2025
OCTOBER 5 2025
SEPTEMBER 26 TO
OCTOBER 5 2025
OCTOBER 5 2025
In the main programme of the Utrecht Science Week 2023 on the opening day Friday 29th of September: the HU symposium The future of our water.
Featuring a keynote by meteorologist Reinier van den Berg.
Climate change has a major impact on our water, resulting in social and technical challenges. Rising sea levels threaten coastal areas, water shortages and pollution are worsened by extreme weather events, because of this among others the drinking water supply and ecosystems are at risk. Even the return of infectious diseases lurks.
Cooperation in the water chain is essential to tackle these challenges and ensure a sustainable future with clean and resilient water. At this symposium, we will explore together how we can act together in this regard. Join companies, teachers, researchers and other experts in discussing these challenges.
Jim Jansen,, editor-in-chief of New Scientist, will speak with Wilma Scholte op Reimer, Chair of the Executive Board of HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, and Roberta Hofman, Associate Lecturer in Water Treatment HU/KWR, about the role HU can play together with the region in the major challenges.
After the plenary programme, choice of several inspiring workshops from Bath University, Rainbeer, RIVM, Vitens, Hoogheemraadschap De Stichtse Rijnlanden and KWR, among others.
Symposium The future of our water
Friday 29 September 13:15 – 17:00
Speakers
including Reinier van den Berg, meteorologist
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Utrecht Science Week 2023 will programme the second Utrecht Science Lecture in the main programme on Friday 6 October. It will be delivered by Prof Dr Bert Weckhuysen.
The Utrecht Science Lecture was created to give a prominent Utrecht scientist the opportunity to discuss the current state of science in the field of healthy and sustainable living during the Utrecht Science Week.
The first Utrecht Science Lecture was given by Prof Dr Hans Clevers.
Bert Weckhuysen is university professor of ‘Catalysis, Energy and Sustainability’ at Utrecht University. He is a member of several national and international boards and leads a number of major research initiatives including the ARC CBBC, MCEC, and SUNERGY.
Bert Weckhuysen’s research group has been active for many years in the design, synthesis, characterisation and application of catalytic solids for the conversion of fossil (crude oil & natural gas) and renewable (biomass, waste and CO2) feedstocks into sustainable transport fuels, chemicals and materials.
As scientific director, Weckhuysen is closely associated with the Advanced Research Centre Chemical Building Blocks Consortium, a public-private partnership in the field of circular and sustainable chemistry. Besides energy transition, the ARC CBBC focuses on the at least equally important raw materials and materials transition.
In addition, Weckhuysen is project leader of the Da Vinci Master and Bachelor programme. The Da Vinci Master Programme, as part of the Strategic Alliance EWUU, aims to train a new generation of changemakers, connectors and innovators.
This innovative programme contributes to personal development, teaches students to step outside their comfort zone and use their expertise in an interdisciplinary team to tackle a real-life sustainability issue.
Attending the second Utrecht Science Lecture on Friday 6 October from 10.00 – 11.30 a.m. is possible for all interested parties.
Keep an eye on the site and socials to register on time!
Second Utrecht Science Lecture
Friday 6 October 2023 from 10.00 – 11.30 a.m.
Speaker
Bert Weckhuysen
The Utrecht Science Week programmes the Research Day UMC Utrecht on Thursday 5 October!
This day will be entirely dedicated to research, aiming to shine a spotlight on everyone who wholeheartedly commit to doing research. UMC Utrecht will express its gratitude for their tireless efforts and provide an opportunity for all who are interested to experience the significance of the research for society and ourselves. So, mark your calendars for this wonderful event and save the date!
The entire programme can be found here.
Research Day UMC Utrecht
Thursday 5 October 2023 from 09.00 -18.00
Utrecht Science Week is programming the second Circular Economy Festival in the main programme on Wednesday afternoon 4 October.
The Festival focuses on Circular Economy at the Utrecht Science Park and in the region, highlighting the role of Utrecht University in the domain of Circular Economy together with campus partners such as HU, RIVM, UMC and TNO. An important role is reserved for regional cooperation.
The festival will open with a keynote by Paul Schenderling (author of the book ‘There is life after growth’), then several lectures, workshops and a Circular Market. Afterwards, there will be plenty of opportunities to meet and exchange experiences over drinks.
Circular Economy Festival
Wednesday 4 October 2023 from 13.00 – 17.00
Speakers
Including Paul Schenderling, economist, author and speaker
More information about the programme will follow soon!
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