6 May 2026
The CDWS (Centre for Defence and Resillient Society) is now fully operational.
The Centre connects internal and external partners to foster collaboration, innovation, and societal impact. Officially opened on 19 February with over 220 participants, the launch featured strong networking, knowledge exchange, and inspiring keynote contributions.
We are pleased to share the key lectures for you to revisit:
At the Centre, we help you find the right match. Collaboration can take many forms:
- Joint funding applications (e.g., Horizon Europe, EDF, NWO calls)
- Co‑developing research projects
- Partnering with VU experts for training, education or workshops
- Exploring new partnerships