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
FAIR4AI: 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 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 progressProjectLinkedIn Post
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
NewsAI 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!
In progressProjectLinkedIn Post
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
NewsInspiration sessions Data science
3 inspiration sessions where participants will get insights and tools to increase the impact of data in their work.
EducationLinkedIn Post
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
NewsTraining Data Interpretation, Ethics & Security
In 2 days, data science will be explained in an interdisciplinary manner using a case from the organization.
EducationCan automated systems give good financial advice?
We investigate what good automated financial advice is, the ethical aspects, and communication.
FinishedProjectDigiMach: Smart, Sustainable, and Connected Manufacturing
Helping SMEs in our Euro-region accelerate their digital transformation
In progressProjectIncorporating Semantic Representations in Deep Learning for Improved Sound Recognition
Bridging auditory perception and natural language processing with semantically informed deep neural networks.
PublicationScientific publicationEnhancing customer support with AI
Improving the efficiency of customer support by using AI to answer the most common questions.
In progressProject
- 38 Projects
- 35 Partners
- 35 Presentations
- Thousands of Vlaaien
Current partners
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.
Our team
