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
DigiMach: Smart, Sustainable, and Connected Manufacturing
Helping SMEs in our Euro-region accelerate their digital transformation
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Can drones save lives? On 7 December, BeNeDrone will be present at Smart Health Day at the Brightlands Data & AI Campus, where Marijn Eversdijk will present how medical drones could support faster emergency care. From delivering blood, medication or an AED to calculating safe drone routes: Marijn will share insights into when deploying a medical drone can make a real difference. He will also present research on how urgency, arrival times and operational conditions influence the decision to deploy a drone. Discover how technology, data science and human decision-making come together to explore the future of medical drone delivery. đź“… 7 December 2026 đź“ŤBrightlands Data & AI Campus, Heerlen
NewsFAIR4AI: 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.
FinishedProjectChoosing under financial pressure: a VR experience
A VR tool that offers insight and reflection on financial stress and decision-making.
In progressProjectDAZM: Towards digital autonomy in healthcare and SME
This project focuses on a gradual and carefully designed transition to open-source solutions, in collaboration between healthcare institutions, SME IT suppliers, and technology partners.
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Happy Dag van de Vlaai! 🥧 October 25th is a very important day for us at BISS… because it’s Day of the Vlaai! As true vlaai fans, we take our traditional regional pie seriously. Just look at our BISS sweaters in the photo and you’ll understand! And what better way to celebrate our love for vlaai than during our 10-year anniversary celebrations earlier this year? We rolled up our sleeves and took part in a professional vlaai-baking workshop. From rolling the dough to adding the finishing touches, we got our hands floury, learned from the experts, and most importantly… we nailed it! And then we ate it, too... At BISS, we believe bright minds thrive on great ideas, brilliant teamwork, and,
NewsWorking towards a clear and simple welfare application
We use data and behavioral science to improve the welfare application of a municipality.
FinishedProjectWhat is the content of Livestock feed?
Using data analysis, we assist farmers by translating feed labels into information about actual contents of the feed
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SPECIAL POST | 10 years of BISS 🎉  This year marks a special milestone for BISS as we celebrate 10 years of impact, innovation, and collaboration.  To mark this celebration, we are proud to launch our slightly refreshed, festive website, including a dedicated 10 Years of BISS page that looks back on the journey we have taken together:  https://lnkd.in/eay48Vm  Over the past decade, BISS has grown thanks to the dedication of our team and the trust of the many people and organisations we have had the pleasure to work with. To celebrate this, we have collected inspiring messages from stakeholders, current team members, former interns, and valued collaboration partners. Together, they refl
NewsTraining Data Interpretation, Ethics & Security
In 2 days, data science will be explained in an interdisciplinary manner using a case from the organization.
EducationPublic Adoption of ADM Systems: The Impact of Transparency and Perceived Fairness
The public perceptions of algorithmic decision-making systems: Results from a large-scale survey.
PublicationScientific publicationInspiration sessions Data science
3 inspiration sessions where participants will get insights and tools to increase the impact of data in their work.
Education
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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.
