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
Towards Holistic Automated Financial Advice: Definition and Ethical Challenges
Challenges of automated financial advice: Definition and ethical considerations.
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WELCOME | Karlien Schmeetz – Office Manager As of January 2nd, Karlien Schmeetz has joined us as a temporary office manager, stepping in for a colleague on maternity leave for the coming months. With her extensive administrative experience, we're confident she'll be a great fit and are thrilled to have her on board—even if it’s only for a short while. We hope Karlien enjoys getting to know the team, the BISS and UM experience... and of course, that she saves some room for vlaai! 🥧 Welcome to the team, Karlien!
Inspiration sessions Data science
3 inspiration sessions where participants will get insights and tools to increase the impact of data in their work.
Flying Forward: Drones that fly on their own
How can drones follow the laws and rules that apply in a region, country and continent?
Legal Research Software
Open source software for legal research tasks.
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REFLECTIONS | 2024 Recap As the year comes to a close, we reflect on an incredible journey that 2024 was! ✅ We gave impactful workshops and presentations https://lnkd.in/eE9kjgRu https://lnkd.in/egfi7_T3 https://lnkd.in/ex-vvG5d ✅ Participated in countless conferences and meetings https://lnkd.in/e_fj7QiC https://lnkd.in/e46HViJm https://lnkd.in/eP_Ksqkv ✅ Published papers https://lnkd.in/ewD3GPKK https://lnkd.in/eMnFxsd7 https://lnkd.in/eEkcn4XW ✅ Launched our new website, which we’re immensely proud of 🎉 https://lnkd.in/e2Fb3XdK www. ✅ Welcomed new colleagues https://lnkd.in/eiijGAWM https://lnkd.in/eC77W6zz ✅ … but also another very special addition to our team👶💙 ✅
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NEWS | Launch of the New UM Information Campaign Maastricht University launched a new information campaign, aimed at three key audiences: prospective students, job seekers, and professionals seeking growth. With the central message "Finding tomorrow’s answers together", this campaign highlights what makes UM unique: our Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach, international classroom, and strong European values. It’s a call to collaboration and knowledge-sharing, united by our dynamic culture and impactful research. At the heart of this campaign are compelling questions that reflect UM’s diverse research and education focus areas. These themes place the spotlight on UM staff and students
How 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.
Prevent factory shutdowns
How can we ensure an operator responds effectively to alarms and takes appropriate actions?
Can automated systems give good financial advice?
We investigate what good automated financial advice is, the ethical aspects, and communication.
Training Data Interpretation, Ethics & Security
In 2 days, data science will be explained in an interdisciplinary manner using a case from the organization.
AI 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!
- Projects
- Partners
- Presentations
- Vlaaien
Current partners
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.
Our team
