See a soft robot move up close, discover how light technology can help detect cancer or take a look inside a 7 Tesla MRI scanner. From 16 to 20 October, FTI Festival brings technology to life. VUB is opening its labs and bringing researchers, entrepreneurs and the public together to explore innovations that are helping shape our future.
Technology is transforming our healthcare, our cities, the way we work and even the way we experience art. But what happens behind the scenes before an innovation makes its way into society? During FTI Festival, VUB researchers are stepping out of their labs to showcase their work and discuss it with visitors. You can explore advanced research facilities, join walks and guided tours, or discover what happens when science, technology and art come together.
From photonics and robotics to health and circular cities: discover what you can experience for yourself.
Even more VUB at FTI Festival
VUB is not only organising its own activities. VUB researchers and innovations also feature throughout the wider FTI Festival programme.
Shifting Worlds: art, technology and the city of tomorrow
From 16 to 20 October, Shifting Worlds takes over WIELS. More than a hundred artists, designers, scientists and thinkers will explore the cities of tomorrow and technologies with relevance to society. The exhibition and programme consider not only what is technologically possible, but also the social, cultural and ethical implications. Several VUB researchers are also contributing to the programme.
Flanders NEXT: 6,000 square metres of innovation
From 20 October to 7 November, Flanders NEXT, FTI Festival’s major exhibition, takes place at Nekkerhal in Mechelen. Across 6,000 square metres, hundreds of stories and installations reveal how innovation could transform the way we live, work, eat and care for one another. VUB research and innovations will also be on display.
Source: https://www.vub.be/nl/nieuws/ontdek-vub-innovatie-tijdens-fti-festival