Welcome to BISS! We're a hub for bright minds diving into the fascinating world of data. At BISS, we're not just about teaching and researching data science; we're on a mission to make a real impact on society. By harnessing the power of AI and data science, we aim to tackle important challenges and create positive change. Join us in shaping a smarter, data-driven future at BISS!
Our work
Training Data Interpretation, Ethics & Security
In 2 days, data science will be explained in an interdisciplinary manner using a case from the organization.
EducationBETTER: Responsible data analytics in healthcare
In the BETTER project, we are working on the integration of technical (and administrative) aspects with the ethical and societal aspects during AI development.
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MEDIA MOMENT | Dani Shanley, Research Scientist at the BISS Institute, recently appeared on the Data Fix podcast. In the episode, Dani dives into the concept of hype exploring what it means in the context of emerging technologies, how it operates, who it benefits, who it might harm, and how we experience it not just intellectually, but even physically. With her expertise in responsible AI and digital transformation, Dani brings a fresh perspective on how we can align technology with human values. 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/eM8VFwnp 👉 Learn more about Dani’s work at BISS: https://lnkd.in/ef7vMfSZ A great listen for anyone interested in the intersection of ethics, in
NewsWhat is the content of Livestock feed?
Using data analysis, we assist farmers by translating feed labels into information about actual contents of the feed
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BISS NEWS | We’re proud to share that Lisa Brüggen, Executive Director of Netspar and Professor at BISS and Tilburg University, has been nominated for European Pensions Personality of the Year 2025! This award recognizes individuals who have made a lasting impact on the European pensions landscape, and Lisa is a standout leader. Through her work at Netspar and in academia, she has bridged the gap between research and practice, championing innovation in pension communication, decision support, and financial wellbeing. 👉 Cast your vote here before 23 May 2025: https://lnkd.in/ex5K3vWK 🔎Learn more about Lisa: https://lnkd.in/edecTw_h
NewsComparison of Online Pension Choices and Traditional Advice
Choice guidance for pension: are online tools alone enough?
Scientific publicationHow can we recognize sound when it is out of sight?
We combine AI and neuroscience to find out more about how the brain works when it recognizes sounds.
In progressProjectAI to prevent poverty and debt
1 in 14 children in the Netherlands grow up in poverty. This is unacceptable, so we are doing something about it!
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𝗔𝗜 𝗹𝘂𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗲 – 𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝘁 𝗸𝗮𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 Wat als AI niet alleen luistert, maar ook begrijpt wat er gebeurt? Stel je voor: een systeem dat hoort dat een baby huilt, een glas breekt of de deurbel gaat – en direct iemand waarschuwt. Elia Formisano, neurowetenschapper bij BISS - Brightlands Institute for Smart Society, werkt aan AI die geluid kan herkennen en interpreteren, geïnspireerd door hoe ons brein werkt. Zijn missie is om technologie te creëren die echt helpt. In de zorg, in smart homes, overal waar geluid cruciale informatie biedt. 𝗪𝗮𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗷𝗸 𝗶𝘀: AI kan bijdragen aan veiligheid, zorg en levenskwaliteit. Maar het is com
NewsInspiration sessions Data science
3 inspiration sessions where participants will get insights and tools to increase the impact of data in their work.
EducationCan automated systems give good financial advice?
We investigate what good automated financial advice is, the ethical aspects, and communication.
In progressProjectWorking towards a clear and simple welfare application
We use data and behavioral science to improve the welfare application of a municipality.
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Outstanding partnership in empowering digital innovation
The Brightlands Institute for Smart Society has been located on the Brightlands Smart Services Campus since its founding in 2016 and our collaboration goes far beyond technology alone. Within the Brightlands ecosystem, we work on smart digital services, each in our own role. It is a very pleasant collaboration with short lines of communication based on our shared ambition to empower people and organizations through the socially responsible application of digital technologies and that improve the quality of life.
Outstanding partnership in empowering digital innovation
The Brightlands Institute for Smart Society has been located on the Brightlands Smart Services Campus since its founding in 2016 and our collaboration goes far beyond technology alone. Within the Brightlands ecosystem, we work on smart digital services, each in our own role. It is a very pleasant collaboration with short lines of communication based on our shared ambition to empower people and organizations through the socially responsible application of digital technologies and that improve the quality of life.
