Science

A new breakthrough in the quest for a drug to combat coronaviruses.

10 April 2025

Researchers at KU Leuven have identified a molecule that can completely inhibit the production of new coronaviruses.

A promising step forward in the fight against cancer

26 March 2025

The Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) is paving the way for a new cancer treatment thanks to an innovative inhibitor.

Ghent University creates self-regulating microclimate with sub-tropical trees and plants

18 March 2025

Typically, air quality in large rooms is only poor due to ineffective air-conditioning systems. Ghent University's bio-air conditioner should eventually change that.

Promising Belgian clinical trials thanks to astronomy

14 March 2025

A scientific laboratory in Brussels is currently in the testing phase. If successful, it could be a major breakthrough for the medical sector.

Former air base in Sint-Truiden chosen to test AI in self-driving racing car to the max

04 March 2025

At the local air base in Sint-Truiden, which is now also the location of DronePort, a new home for start-ups, growth companies and centres of expertise, an American self-driving racing car is completi

Science is in our DNA

A true Belgian tradition, scientific and technical research has always been promoted throughout the country, with many researchers involved in a wide range of international scientific programmes. Medicine, chemistry, statistics and astronomy can be counted among Belgium's strengths, fields where Belgian researchers have received prestigious scientific awards.

Today, Belgian proficiency can be seen in many other fields such as nanotechnology, biotechnology and even vaccinations. The universities are the primary pool for this Belgian scientific expertise and, through the creation of spin-offs, have taken the important step of enhancing invaluable skills. The treatment of cancer by proton therapy is probably one of the best economic and scientific successes worldwide.

Belgium is also actively involved in space research, research in the North Sea and climate research in Antarctica with the Princess Elisabeth station. Currently, ambitious research projects focused on sustainable development are also being funded.

To date, many Belgian scientists have been received into prestigious universities abroad; just like Belgium itself welcomes various foreign students and researchers attracted by the high scientific level of its universities together with the quality of life in Belgium.

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