Science

Alzheimer's: a major discovery at the VUB

13 May 2019

VUB researchers have identified unknown immune cells in brain tissue, which could be at the origin of the disease.

Belgian ingenuity helps gain better understanding of the climate on Mars

26 April 2019

In October 2016, the ExoMars, a joint probe between the European Space Agency (ESA) and Russian Space Agency (Roscomos), touched down on Mars.

The ‘Louis’ charter celebrates its 1,200 year anniversary!

24 April 2019

On Saturday 13 April 2019, the Ghent City Museum (STAM) celebrated a particularly special anniversary.

An anti-alcohol drug to treat cancer

04 April 2019

Belgian researchers discover why an alcoholism drug could fight cancer.

Building shell ready in two weeks thanks to concrete prints

01 April 2019

Modern technology is also popping up more and more in the building sector.

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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