At the Faculty of Science, we work on groundbreaking research with impact. Our scientists seek fundamental insights and practical solutions to the major scientific and societal challenges of our time.
From renewable energy and artificial intelligence to biomedical innovations and climate research-our faculty offers an inspiring and multidisciplinary research environment.
On this page, you will find information about our research departments, facilities and support services. Whether you are a researcher, PhD student or partner, here you will discover how we work together and what resources are available to make top-quality research possible.
Discover more:
- Scientific Departments - An overview of our research groups and areas of expertise.
- Facilities - High-tech laboratories, measuring instruments and other research facilities.
- Research Support Portal Science - All information on guidelines and protocols for your research, in one place
- Safety and environment - Rules and guidelines for a safe and sustainable working environment.
- PhD and postdocs - Support for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers.
- Research data - Management and storage of research data according to the latest standards.
- Ethical review - Procedures and guidelines for ethical research.
- Transition animal-free innovations (TPI Amsterdam) - Working on alternatives to animal testing.
- Faculty and VU-wide regulations and guidelines - Policies and support for researchers.