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
Recidivism Risk Assessment and the AI Act: Data, Bias, and Human Oversight
Predicting Recidivism Risk Meets AI Act.
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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.
EducationExperiencing poverty with VR
Step into the shoes of a struggling family and experience the impact of financial stress in VR.
In progressProjectTraining 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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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
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Bent u: - een ondernemer actief in de fijnmechanische metaalbewerking (CNC, EDM)? - gevestigd in Limburg of de regio Eindhoven? - leergierig naar de nieuwste AI en digitaliseringstools voor uw processen? - waarmee u zelf zou willen experimenteren? Ja? Meld u zich dan aan voor onze workshop op donderdag 29 januari net over de grens bij Sirris | Innovation forward in Genk door onderstaande QR te scannen! Deze workshop is onderdeel van het DigiMach project waarin wij samen met de metaalbewerkende industrie uit de Maas-Rijn Interreg regio aan verregaande digitalisering van process set-up & monitoring, quality control, machine health en operator assistance gaan werken. Middels demonstrators en
NewsFlying Forward: Drones that fly on their own
How can drones follow the laws and rules that apply in a region, country and continent?
FinishedProjectFAIR4AI: making AI models practically usable
In the suite of FAIR4AI projects, we are improving the practical usability of AI models by implementing the FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles.
In progressProjectLegal Research Software
Open source software for legal research tasks.
In progressProjectWhat is the content of Livestock feed?
Using data analysis, we assist farmers by translating feed labels into information about actual contents of the feed
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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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.
