Our scientists in the spotlight

Award-winning research

Portret Kevin Piterman
University

VUB mathematician Kevin Piterman wins prestigious young scholar award

A creative approach to complex problems
Meisje in jeugdhulp
Science and research

“The best researchers conduct solid research and aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty.”
Vier VUB’ers dingen mee naar felbegeerde Vlaamse PhD Cup 2025
Scientists

Four VUB researchers compete in the prestigious Flemish PhD Cup
VUB pionier Sylvain Loccufier in het Braemgebouw
Science and research

"My greatest contribution is that, as rector, I have been able to contribute to the university’s growth, from 750 to 2,000 students."
Elisabeth Rabaey en Pieter Ballon in het Braemgebouw
Science and research

"Researchers who win awards become role models for others"
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Our ongoing programs

European Research Council

Current ERC projects at VUB

Methusalem projects

Explore the Methusalem projects for internationally leading researchers. (Via the research portal)

Odysseus projects

Take a look at the Odysseus projects at VUB. (Via the research portal)

Interdisciplinary Research Programs (IRP)

Discover the Interdisciplinary Research Programs at VUB. (Via the research portal)

Strategic Research Programs (SRP)

Discover the Strategic Research Programs at VUB. (Via the research portal)

Networks for Societal Impact through Science (NSIS)

Thematic networks focusing on societal impact driven by scientific research.

BrIAS

Institute for Advanced Studies in Brussels. BrIAS is an initiative from VUB and ULB.

Core facilities & infrastructure platforms

Get an overview

From Brubotics to Brightcore... Discover the wide variety of facilities available at VUB.

Publications, expertise and projects

Publications and Projects

Visit the research portal Pure and inform yourself about our current research projects and completed research achievements.

Expertise

Find the right researcher to get in touch with or share knowledge about your research topic.

Our research groups

VUB research groups

Discover all possibilities for excellent research at VUB