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A major task in the construction industry: building and managing underground infrastructure is becoming increasingly complex.

Climate change, pressure on the healthcare system, and tight labor markets. Society faces major challenges. Universities need to think about their changing position.

Researchers at TU Delft will extensively monitor the iconic Zeelandbrug's condition to better identify uncertainties regarding its residual lifespan. The five-kilometer field lab started last month.

Up to one million homes in the Netherlands could start to subside in the next few years. There is no ready-made solution yet, but innovations are emerging.

A tailor-made voice assistant and a machine learning model are two examples of how AI can improve the living standards of elderly people in rural areas. To many, it might come as a shock, but people in Europe and North America spend, on average, 90%

A large worksite and a cluttered office full of ambitious students. They are already building the houses of the future today. The goal: shaking the construction industry to its foundations.

Fulfilling the energy transition is not one task. It consists of lots of little puzzle pieces that all have to come together. But how?

How do we ensure coolness during heat waves and how do we keep dry feet during heavy rainfall? Climate adaptation should make cities more resilient to extreme weather events.

The construction sector is responsible for about a third of greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, the building industry is indispensable for creating new housing, working spaces, and infrastructure. So, it is time for change. Digitization is on

By 2030, one million new dwellings must be constructed in the Netherlands, and another 2.5 million must be made more environmentally friendly. At the same time, the renovation of bridges, tunnels, and locks costs €2.3 to €2.6 billion annually. A big

Reusing materials and easily moving houses. Circular construction requires a new mindset. To make the transition successful, not only construction but also the people and the economy behind it must change.

Roads, flyovers, and bridges in the Netherlands constantly need renovation because of the large quantity of the infrastructure, that requires large investment. That creates room for innovation and sustainability. But how do we approach that? Scientis

A brain for buildings, a digital scale model of a city, or a robot assistant on the construction site. Digitalization is crucial in the built environment. Giorgio Agugiaro explains what your city will look like in the future.

Concrete is indispensable in construction. It's strong, cheap, and resistant to wear and tear. But concrete also requires lots of materials. It's time to recycle and make it sustainable.

Buildings have a significant impact on your health. They can provide increased job satisfaction, better health, and inclusion through optimal use. In this article, we explain how.