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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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
NewsExperiencing poverty with VR
Step into the shoes of a struggling family and experience the impact of financial stress in VR.
In progressProjectCan automated systems give good financial advice?
We investigate what good automated financial advice is, the ethical aspects, and communication.
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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
NewsBETTER: 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.
In progressProjectInspiration 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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De Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen heeft directeur Lisa Brüggen van Netspar benoemd tot wetenschappelijk lid. De Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen (KHMW), opgericht in 1752, is het oudste ‘Geleerde Genootschap’ in Nederland. Zij heeft als doelstelling het bevorderen van de wetenschap en het slaan van een brug tussen wetenschap en samenleving. “Ik ben vereerd om wetenschappelijk lid te worden van de KHMW”, aldus Lisa over de benoeming. “Wat me aanspreekt, is de nadruk op de verbinding tussen wetenschap en samenleving, een kernaspect van mijn werk en van Netspar. Daarnaast waardeer ik de inzet van de KHMW voor jong talent via wetenschapsprijzen. He
NewsHow 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 progressProjectEnhancing customer support with AI
Improving the efficiency of customer support by using AI to answer the most common questions.
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 progressProjectTransforming sound into something meaningful
Intermediate acoustic-to-semantic representations link behavioral and neural responses to sounds.
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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.
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