Eindhoven University Achieves Record with Ten Veni Grants
Eindhoven, Thursday, 17 July 2025.
Eindhoven University of Technology receives ten prestigious NWO Veni grants, supporting innovative research such as non-invasive fetal brain monitoring and sustainable transport systems. This underscores TU/e’s leadership in scientific advancement.
A Landmark Achievement at Eindhoven
In a record-breaking feat for Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), ten researchers have been awarded the prestigious NWO Veni grants, making a significant mark in the realm of scientific research. Each grant, amounting to €320,000, is dedicated to supporting cutting-edge projects over a three-year period [2][3]. These projects range from non-invasive fetal brain monitoring to the design of sustainable transport systems, underlining TU/e’s commitment to innovative research for societal benefit [1][4].
Spotlight on Innovative Research
Among the notable projects, Marta Gil Pérez from the Department of Built Environment focuses on developing fiber-wound bio-composites to aid in sustainable architectural practices by reducing CO₂ emissions and fabrication waste [4]. Meanwhile, Collin Drent of the Department of Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences aims to optimize precision medicine, ensuring that life-saving treatments remain affordable through novel optimization models [3]. The diverse range of projects exemplifies TU/e’s interdisciplinary approach to addressing global challenges through scientific excellence [5].
Real-World Applications and Future Impact
Projects like the non-invasive fetal brain monitoring led by Alessandra Galli will potentially revolutionize prenatal healthcare by enabling continuous monitoring of fetal health [2]. Giulio D’Acunto’s research on surface modification for electronics promises advancements in sustainable manufacturing by reducing material waste during chip production, which could lead to greener, faster electronic devices [3]. Samantha Fairchild’s innovative mathematical approach aims to bridge the gap between Riemann surfaces and algebraic curves, fostering new connections in mathematics crucial for real-world applications [4].
Supporting Young Researchers and Interdisciplinary Growth
The Veni grants not only empower researchers such as Alexandra Lassota in her quest for efficient algorithms in varied industrial applications but also represent a broader strategy by the NWO to champion up-and-coming scientists. The focus on supporting female researchers in particular underscores a commitment to diversity in scientific innovation [3][5]. For these early-career researchers, this funding represents an opportunity to cultivate pivotal projects that could fundamentally alter technological landscapes, cementing TU/e’s role as a leader in academic research [2][4].