Do you want to contribute to a future in which all young people have the opportunity to develop optimally? On November 27 and 28, 2024, the Eindhoven Parktheater hosts an international event for youth workers. It brings together more than 50 youth workers from Belgium, Curaçao, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Portugal, Serbia, Cyprus, Nigeria, South Africa, Moldova, Belarus, United States Kingdom and Armenia. Exchange ideas and discover new...

In this episode of *Podcasts 4 Brainport*, host Iman Mossavat sits down with Inge Brattinga, a lawyer at VRF Advocaten and lecturer at Avans University of Applied Sciences, to discuss AI and its impact on the workplace. They discuss how AI is changing hiring practices, decision-making, privacy, and human rights. Inge explains the importance of AI literacy and how businesses can use AI responsibly while considering legal and ethical issues. They also cover key topics like bias in AI systems,...

"United by Poetry" applies the power of poetry to express themes and topics related to Europe. Young citizens think of the impressive history, art and culture, values ​​and diversity, or about climate change, war and peace or migration. Jacques Giebertz of Europe Direct Eindhoven invites everyone to recite poems but also to just listen and enjoy. With poems from different countries in various languages. And some surprising musical intermezzos. Are you interested in participating? Come on...

In Dialogue. About Europe and you. Who belongs? Europe Direct hosts a debate (in Dutch) about the meaning of Europe and the EU in people's daily lives. Who belongs? We live in Europe. The Netherlands is a member of the European Union. But do we feel we belong? And conversely, does Brussels belong to us? A dialogue approach according to the Eindhoven method in Dialogue. Jean-Paul Linnartz interviews Jacques Giebertz for Radio 4 Brainport

The world faces enormous challenges. The 2024 projects cover a range of topics connected to the theme of ‘Semicon’. “At the root of so many important technical designs and devices, you’ll find semiconductors,”. Lucas Asselbergs explains to Jean-Paul Linnartz that semicon is not a design in itself, but it is a technology that is indispensable in many of the tech-driven designs that enrich our world and expand our potential.” Photo from archive DDW 2019 when Radio 4 Brainport made live...

At Dutch Design Week, Eindhoven University of Technology shows its Drivers of Change. Maarten Steinbuch sees highly relevant technology. Yet a design event like DDW is in particular an opportunity to create societal awareness and also to boost the Societal Readiness Level of an idea. Innovation is not only about bringing up the Technology Readiness. Great ideas at TU/e that address the big challenges. We saw a brand new car design, designed with sustainability in mind, that impressed even...

More and more people run a marathon. Marathons, worldwide are growing in popularity. At Eindhoven University of Technology, Lev Azarkh was challenged to run the half marathon, after getting exited by a team of friends. He did it in a good time. How did he prepare, not being a routine runner, how did it feel? "A once in a life-time experience", he said on Radio 4 Brainport. ASML Marathon Eindhoven; Jean-Paul Linnartz; Reaching out to internationals on Radio 4 Brainport: CONNECTCAST...

In this exciting episode of Podcasts 4 Brainport, host Iman Mossavat dives deep into the intriguing parallels between evolutionary science and artificial intelligence. Join us as we explore the insights of renowned researcher and Professor of Computer Science at the University of Helsinki, Indre Žliobaitė. She unpacks complex concepts like concept drift, adaptive models, and the No Free Lunch theorem. We discuss how these ideas from AI can help us understand the dynamics of evolution,...

Kati Schiller is a seasoned trainer with over 15 years of experience. From personalized language programs to enriching cultural insights, Kati helps internationals not just learn Dutch but truly thrive in the NL. Without any further delay, let's explore how language can foster connection and belonging in a new home!

Meagin van der Westhuizen hosts and Juliann Liu to discuss their experiences and plans for their community, with Juliann sharing her passion for helping people make positive changes in their lives. They also delve into the transformative power of changing one's perspective on life, with Juliann sharing her personal journey of transformation after experiencing burnout. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the importance of setting intentions, embracing life's changes, and the...

In this episode of the Radio 4 Brainport podcast, host Iman Mossavat is joined by Colette Cuijpers, Associate Professor at Tilburg Law School and a leading researcher at the Tilburg Institute for Law. Together, they explore the urgent legal challenges posed by AI, from issues of accountability and bias to the ethical implications of AI's growing role in our daily lives. Listen to discussions on how emerging technologies are creating unprecedented legal challenges and the balance between...

Generative AI models are transforming industries, but are they truly understanding the world around them? Alexander Molak argues that these tools while being impressive, are merely correlational devices, not capable of grasping true cause and effect. Molak, a leading machine learning researcher and consultant, and the author of Causal Inference and Discovery in Python, dives deep into why Causal AI might be the key to unlocking the future of intelligent systems. Listen to the full story on...

When 2300 new students arrive for a new academic year the Solar Challenge team is showing their winning EV powered off-road vehicle Stella Terra. A new team competes internationally every year, so engaging new fresh students is where it all starts. Britt van Hulst explains.

It is introweek. Eindhoven University of Technology welcomes 2300 new students. Hundreds of them are international students. Former board member ⁠Eduardo Costa Martins explains the activities ⁠of COSMOS.

In this episode, Meagin van der Westhuizen sits down with Christine, who shares her compelling journey of mental health and personal growth amidst the backdrop of her rich cultural heritage. From her roots in Brazil with Italian ancestry to her new life in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Christine talks about the challenges and rewards of navigating new environments. They discuss how food, personal connections, and unique cultural experiences play a vital role in enhancing well-being and creating a...

In this episode of "Podcast for Brainport," host Iman Mossavat interviews Gerrit Muller, a distinguished systems engineer and professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway. Muller, with extensive experience including his role as a senior research fellow at TNO-ESI, discusses the intersection of systems engineering and artificial intelligence (AI). He illustrates the importance of a systems perspective using examples from his work on MRI scanners and explores the evolving role of AI in...

Dr. Riza Kadilar explains in Ralu on Board Edition 12 the importance of coaching and mentoring for individuals, organisations and our society in general. The importance of developing our skills for a reflective practice allows us to catchup with our souls, which get left behind in today's rushed way of living. He thinks that it is not about what happens to us, as we can’t control everything that happens to us, it is about what we do with it, and what we become with it. Dr. Riza Kadilar is...

In this enlightening episode, Meagin van der Westhuizen of Radio for Brainport continues her series on mental health, highlighting the unique and personal nature of well-being. Joined by Lucia Ryan, they delve into the importance of mental health, emphasizing that it significantly influences overall health. Lucia shares her journey of living in various countries, finally settling in the Brainport Region, and how her father's passing prompted her to focus on mental well-being through physical...

She is a policy maker in the Hague, working on afforable housing in the Netherlands. Yet, Anna Koolstra sees housing as a European challange. The European parliment can more effectively handle the current housing crisis than a national Dutch government. One million people cannot find a house and sleep on the street. Anna pitches for major revision of the economic powers in real estate on a European level. Anna runs for the Europen parliament, for the Dutch Groen-Links PvdA party and is the...

For innovation, Brussels is the place to be, rather than The Hague. The European Parliament's work is more technical and content-driven compared to national levels, and many current EU challenges can be addressed with technology. Erik Becker (VVD) believes the European Parliament needs more tech-savvy members to make smarter decisions. With a background in engineering and international business, Erik feels at home in the multinational EU environment. He points out that the EU lags behind the...

Bram Kamp runs for seat in the European Parliament. In Brussels, he will feel at home, Bram expects: "Brussels is more about content rather than about show." Europe sees the importance of technology and innovation but also sees a need to safeguard a strong position. Volt is a European political party. Can democracy in Europe still work with 27 countries, each of which has a veto right? Bram Kamp nonetheless sees a key role for Europe in combatting climate change, in improving security...

High Tech Campus Eindhoven celebrates its 25th birthday with an open day. Radio 4 Brainport will be live on this event. Kelly Antonis gives us a preview on what will be happening on June 8th. On Open Day, everyone can join an day full of inspiration, exploration and innovation. HTC invite visitors to discover new innovations that will change our world, and have some fun.  The Open Day is also a hotspot on the High Tech Ontdekkingsroute, an opportunity to take a look in the high-tech...

Patrick Rutten, RoB ED 11 guest thinks curiosity is a highly undervalued leadership skill, which is essential to creating highly innovative workplaces. In his view leadership is not a hierarchical title, but more a way people behave and take ownership of what they want to achieve and contribute to. Patrick has been described as an 'organisational rebel', able to rewire organizations towards radical transformation using insights from behavioral and organizational sciences and a broad set of...

Should we be scared about a future  generation of engineers who know more about how to use AI than about their technical field? Do we need to know about the details of processing inside micro-electronic IC’s to help create better smart phone, or to design an autonomous car? Haven’t we continuously raised the level of abstraction at which we look into systems? Radio 4 Brainport hosts Jean-Paul Linnartz and Parag Gupta debate the role of novel technology in education with Prof. Oded Raz of...