Evert-Jan Velzing
professor
Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
Almere, Netherlands
Participant
Projects focus on innovation that enables the economic, social and ecological development of cities and neighbourhoods.
My organisation
Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
Windesheim University of Applied Sciences
Research Organisation / University
Almere, Netherlands
The research activities at Windesheim are at the core of society. The questions underlying our research stem directly from the daily practice of organizations, companies and professionals. Research is conducted in close collaboration with partners from the field, ensuring that the results contribute directly to professional practice and are integrated into educational programs, benefiting future professionals.
Within Windesheim, knowledge valorisation, applied scientific research and educational activities are strongly intertwined. Labs, projects, internships and workplace learning are often embedded in research programmes, making applied research a key driver of innovation. The professional orientation of our students makes them valuable contributors to the labor market, enhancing their employability skills while also fostering innovation, such as the development of new businesses.