To create a positive societal impact, focus is essential. We identify five impact domains where complex challenges converge and where we can make a difference. With our knowledge, expertise and international contacts, we aim to ensure a positive impact.
The selection of these domains is rooted in our DNA, our connection with society and business, our solid foundation of subject matter expertise, our track record, innovativeness and alignment with societal issues. Thanks to our diverse scientific disciplines and collaborative approach, we can adopt an integrated perspective on the challenge within these domains. As a result, proposed interventions go beyond simple solutions. Our domains embody our core strengths and reflect the challenges we aim to address in partnership with governments, businesses and civil society organisations.
Resilience and robustness of our society
Our society faces major challenges, where trust in each other, as well as in our democratic government, the rule of law, the business community and market forces is becoming increasingly less obvious. We aim to find ways restore trust in our rule of law and enable society to better address these challenges.
Onze samenleving staat voor grote uitdagingen waarbij het vertrouwen in elkaar én in onze democratische overheid, de rechtstaat, het bedrijfsleven en marktwerking steeds minder vanzelfsprekend is. We willen manieren vinden om ervoor te zorgen dat het vertrouwen in onze rechtsstaat wordt hersteld en de samenleving deze uitdagingen beter aankan.
Sustainable entrepreneurship and inclusive prosperity
We recognise that prosperity encompasses more than just financial gain. We see the need for a robust economy, healthy trade and strong businesses. Simultaneously, companies face the societal task of becoming sustainable. Therefore, we assist entrepreneurs, the business community and civil society organisations to organise their activities in a future-proof way and developing new revenue models. By doing so, we contribute to the creation of broad prosperity, prosperity that is available to all.
A just transition to a sustainable society
Transitions are necessary in various areas - such as energy, social and climate - to achieve a more sustainable society and a healthy planet. Together, we explore how individuals, government and organisations can implement these changes so that the benefits and burdens are shared more equitably and new opportunities arise for as many people as possible.
Healthy society and accessible & affordable healthcare
With our knowledge, we contribute to improving people's health and strive to reduce health inequalities. We seek innovative ways to address the growing demand for care by promoting new and innovative healthcare concepts. In doing so, we ensure that the accessibility and affordability of care is guaranteed.
The responsible use of technologies
New innovations and technologies, such as artificial intelligence, presents both opportunities and challenges. We assist in the responsible development of (digital) technologies, deploying them address to societal problems while considering their ethical, economic and societal impacts.
