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Chairman of VIB’s board of directors Ajit Shetty offers his perspective on where life sciences and innovation are heading - and the role VIB can play in shaping the future.

Curiosity meets computation
AI is transforming how science is done - and VIB moved early to harness its power. With the launch of the VIB.AI Center for AI & Computational Biology, researchers are accelerating discovery across disciplines, uncovering patterns no human could detect alone. From molecules to ecosystems, AI is opening entirely new ways of understanding life- and shaping the science of tomorrow.

Aureus Nova Scientia Prize
Organized by Aureus Ars & Scientia in collaboration with INSEAD, VIB, and the Université du Luxembourg, the Aureus Nova Scientia Prize recognizes the next generation of researchers translating science into impact for human and planetary health. Meet the laureates of the Discovery Award and Venture Award, hear the stories behind their work, and discover how they are helping shape the future of biotechnology.

What's next for VIB
Christine Durinx and Jérôme Van Biervliet share their vision for the future of VIB - from strategic choices and emerging opportunities to the challenges ahead. A forward‑looking conversation about how the VIB community can continue to shape science and society in the years to come.

One challenge, many minds
Real breakthroughs happen when expertise comes together. Through the VIB Grand Challenges Program, researchers join forces with clinicians, patients, and partners to tackle complex diseases that no single discipline can solve alone. Initiatives like BE.Amycon show how shared curiosity can turn urgent medical needs into tangible progress.

From insight to impact
Discovery is only the beginning. VIB turns knowledge into action through spin offs, industry collaborations, and a thriving innovation ecosystem. By connecting science with entrepreneurship and application, ideas are translated into solutions that address society’s biggest challenges - today and tomorrow.

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