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We dig into the most complex social challenges – for various clients and across different disciplines and domains. Explore how we approach our delivers in practice in our cases, news articles, and insight pieces.

The economic value of strategic autonomy
In economics, it is undisputed that international free trade leads to maximum prosperity through the specialisation of national economies. Read Wimar's reflection.

Overarching study into Digital Euro demands end-user focus
What are the implications of the Digital Euro for end users? Our research explores a user-friendly solution. Read more here.

Grant for innovation: focus on effectiveness
The government provides Dutch companies with subsidies for innovation and R&D. Read more about the impact of R&D subsidies.

Broad prosperity as a new paradigm
In broad prosperity, the well-being of people is central. However, it extends beyond financial or material wealth. Read the reflection by Diana Vonk Noordegraaf.

Why we need to harness deep-tech knowledge more effectively for a sustainable EU economy
Deeptech startups deliver complex yet impactful technological innovations. How can Europe facilitate their scaling to the market?

Creating an interaction space between citizens and decision makers is key to reach climate neutrality in our cities
Collaborating with citizens is necessary to achieve climate-neutral cities. Interaction space is key in this regard, says Geiske Bouma. Read her reflection.

How policymakers can put general prosperity into practice
General prosperity bridges the gap between economic growth and well-being. How do you translate this into practice as a policymaker? Read it here.

Crises call for different transition policies
Transition science offers, when properly interpreted, many concrete policy recommendations. Read Rik Braams' reflection.

The future earning capacity of Dutch industry
The Dutch economy needs to innovate. Investing in R&D and innovation is therefore especially important. Why? Read Thijmen van Bree's reflection.

How to deploy Smart Industry field labs effectively
In Smart Industry fieldlabs, we collaborate with partners on new digital technology. Read more.

Dutch rate for district heating higher than elsewhere
Interest in energy prices, especially in heat networks, is growing. Recent TNO calculations show an increasing price difference in recent years.

Europe’s digital future: more control over technologies and data
In a new Vector study, the developments in the field of digital transformation in Europe have been mapped out. Read the conclusions.

Reflection: the European Critical Raw Materials Act and the road to strategic autonomy
Does the new EU raw materials law ensure Europe's strategic autonomy? Elmer Rietveld reflects on the strategy. Read his findings here.

First study into Dutch ecosystems in a European context
TNO Vector initiated research into Dutch ecosystems in Europe to promote vital innovation. Read the recommendations.

Acceleration Compass
Discover how TNO Vector's Compass methodology helps innovation orchestrators scale up the development of innovation processes faster.
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Lotte de Groen
Job title:Market directorSpecialisation unknownMy name is Lotte de Groen. I am market director at TNO Vector, where I operate at the strategic intersection of societal transitions, innovation, and market development. In this role, I focus on accelerating and scaling transitions that have a tangible impact on long-term competitiveness, societal resilience, and broad prosperity.
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Anne Fleur van Veenstra
Job title:Director of ScienceSpecialisation unknownAs Director of Science, I am responsible for our knowledge portfolio. I maintain relationships with other knowledge institutions. My drive is to ensure that our researchers apply their expertise to realise societal innovation.
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