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

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

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

Frances Brazier

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My career has been a very diverse, wonderful journey

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Be part of NWO ICT.OPEN2026: register now!  

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It is now possible to register for NWO ICT.OPEN2026, the ICT conference in the Netherlands.

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IPN Colloquium 7: Artificial Social Intelligence: a missing layer in today’s AI and robotics 

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Ana Paiva, University of Lisbon (P)

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Lejla Batina

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‘Being a scientist is the best job in the world’

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Tips for Writing Personal Grant Proposals in ICT

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Slide set with tips for writing personal grant proposals in ICT

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New IPN board

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From 1 January 2026, IPN has a new board.

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