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.
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🚁 How can medical drones help build a smarter and more connected healthcare system? Within the INTERREG BeNeDrone Project, we are exploring how drones can support the transport of blood, medication, organs, and other critical medical supplies through safer, more efficient, and data-driven route planning. 🤝 Together with 13 partners from the Netherlands and Belgium, we are contributing to the development of practical and future-ready solutions for medical drone transport. 🎥 In this video, Marijn Eversdijk and I share our research contribution to the development of medical drones and their potential role in future healthcare logistics. BISS - Brightlands Institute for Smart Society Da
NewsPrevent factory shutdowns
How can we ensure an operator responds effectively to alarms and takes appropriate actions?
FinishedProjectBETTER: 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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BISS NEWS | We are hiring! We’re looking for a (Junior) Software Developer to help design and build software solutions that support socially responsible innovation. You’ll work closely with interdisciplinary research teams at Maastricht University, contributing to FAIR data infrastructures, developing prototypes and user-facing applications, and helping translate research into real-world societal impact. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills while working on projects that truly matter. You enjoy coding, are curious and eager to learn, and care about ethical technology and its role in society. If you want your work to have impact beyond code alone, we’d love to meet you! Apply
NewsInspiration sessions Data science
3 inspiration sessions where participants will get insights and tools to increase the impact of data in their work.
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BISS NEWS | New year – new project BISS and the Maastricht Law & Tech Lab team have been awarded a new joint Open Science NL Infrastructure project starting later this year: Bridging the Digital Divide: Open, Scalable, and Accessible Software for Legal Data The project develops open-source, AI-supported tools for legal researchers, designed to make annotating, analyzing, and generating legal texts accessible, especially for those without technical backgrounds. Over 24 months, we’ll combine FAIR, modular software development with user-centered design and community engagement, aiming to lower barriers, foster collaboration, and strengthen innovation in legal research. Congratulations t
NewsExperiencing poverty with VR
Step into the shoes of a struggling family and experience the impact of financial stress in VR.
In progressProjectPriceless Assets of Subversion: Financial Crime and the Valuation of Unique Goods
In the PRICELESS project, we are improving the detection and prevention of subversive financial crime by examining how high-value unique goods—such as artworks, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT's) , and luxury watches—are transformed into financialized assets.
In progressProjectWorking towards a clear and simple welfare application
We use data and behavioral science to improve the welfare application of a municipality.
FinishedProjectDigiMach: Smart, Sustainable, and Connected Manufacturing
Helping SMEs in our Euro-region accelerate their digital transformation
In progressProjectComparison of Online Pension Choices and Traditional Advice
Choice guidance for pension: are online tools alone enough?
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Working together on accessibility
Collaboration with BISS helped us take a fresh look at a complex process like the social assistance application. By bringing together behavioral scientists, data scientists, and policymakers under the guidance of a design thinking facilitator, we developed an approach that is both human-centered and data-driven. Thanks to this interdisciplinary collaboration, we were able to truly take steps toward a simpler, clearer, and more accessible application process for our residents.
Working together on accessibility
Collaboration with BISS helped us take a fresh look at a complex process like the social assistance application. By bringing together behavioral scientists, data scientists, and policymakers under the guidance of a design thinking facilitator, we developed an approach that is both human-centered and data-driven. Thanks to this interdisciplinary collaboration, we were able to truly take steps toward a simpler, clearer, and more accessible application process for our residents.
