Technology is a Vital Catalyst for Sustainable Social Transformation
The Netherlands Academy of Engineering is about to start and has appointed 62 top experts as fellow (NAE members). These experts, originating from the realms of engineering, applied research and innovation, will play an active roll in fulfilling NAE's mission. They share the conviction that engineering-based innovation is the key to create and deploy solutions that address pressing societal issues and transitions.
The 4TU.Federation, as well as the Ministries of Education, Culture and Science (OCW) and Economic Affairs (EZK), enabled the foundation of the NAE. Get to know the 62 fellows and their expertises.
The NAE Mission
Technological progress, spanning from electricity to artificial intelligence, has fundamentally reshaped the world. The smart application of technology is imperative for realising innovations essential for the sustainable advancement of our society, ensuring universal access to high-quality healthcare, nutrition, energy, water, and housing. This mission forms the cornerstone of the Netherlands Academy of Engineering. Find out more about NAE's mission here.
A Network of Engineers
Numerous other countries have already instituted their own national Academies of Engineering, such as the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) and the German National Academy of Science and Engineering (Acatech). NAE is a member of the European Council of Academies of Applied Sciences, Technologies, and Engineering and soon to be member of the International Council of Academies of Engineering and Technological Sciences. This empowers NAE to represent the Netherlands on the international stage and translate foreign insights into the Dutch context.
The Dedication and Expertise of the Fellows
Within NAE's assembly of fellows, you will discover experts from educational institutions, businesses, and emerging enterprises, all active across various sectors, including High Tech Systems and Materials, ICT, Healthcare, Energy, Water Management, and Food. Of the entire roster of appointed fellows, 36 percent are women. These fellows will impart their knowledge and competencies through the NAE forum, transforming insights into actionable guidance, and working to eliminate hurdles while stimulating concrete innovation initiatives. Starting in 2024, NAE will choose ten new fellows annually. Access the list of NAE Fellows here.
Inauguration
The formal inauguration of the 62 fellows will transpire on Monday, 13th November, at De Nieuwe Kerk in The Hague. In addition to the caretaker Ministers of Education, Culture, and Science and Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, the 4TU.Federation will deliver speeches as well as Tuula Teeri, president of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences and Chair of Euro-CASE.
For a comprehensive program and registration particulars, please follow this link.