Science

Belgian researchers produce hydrogen using solar panels

21 March 2019

A team from the KU Leuven have made a promising technological breakthrough. They have designed a solar panel that produces hydrogen and oxygen directly from the air and sun.

ITM scientists map out the spread of exotic mosquitoes

18 March 2019

There's no need to start panicking about the tiger mosquito, but we do need to be on our guard.

Antwerp zoo welcomes baby okapi

12 March 2019

Delightful news in the Antwerp zoo: okapi Ubundu was born at the end of January, after fourteen months of gestation.

At Ghent University Hospital, a new genetic therapy offers hope for the visually impaired

04 March 2019

The ophthalmology department of Ghent University Hospital (UZ Gent) is particularly active in research on retinal disorders responsible for visual impairment that offer the hope of avoiding blindness.

VUB working towards better aroma and flavour in our daily cups of coffee

22 February 2019

Good news for those who look forward to their daily dose of comfort.

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.