20,000+
future computer scientists

IPN acts as a central point of contact for all matters relating to ICT research and innovation. The Dutch academic ICT field counts over 20,000 students and approximately 1,000 academic staff.

€60 million+
research turnover

The Dutch academic ICT field has an annual research turnover of more than 60 million euros and makes a significant contribution to the valorisation of ICT.

Diverse & inclusive
community

We are a vital diverse community that includes many nationalities and perspectives.

Latest updates

IPN Colloquium 9: Algorithms and society: how to have impact, how to avoid having impact

Prof Claire Matthieu, CNRS (F)

Renewed national innovation policy

As of January 1, 2026, the Ministry of Economic Affairs has ended its top sector policy

IPN Annual Report 2025 available

IPN Colloquium 8: From Hope to Proof: Why Safety in Embedded Systems Needs Formal Methods

Paula Herber, Universität Münster (D)

Dr. Robbert Krebbers wins the Dutch Prize for ICT research 2026

The Dutch Prize for ICT Research 2026 has been awarded to dr. Robbert Krebbers.

Frances Brazier

My career has been a very diverse, wonderful journey

Focus on the heart of ICT innovation and its role in our society, now and in the future

20,000+future computer scientists

€60 million+research turnover

Diverse & inclusivecommunity