Inaugural address Prof. Dr. Frans Cruijssen: Purpose from Data, Curiosity with a Plan

Join Professor Frans as he delivers his inaugural address at Tilburg University, sharing his inspiring journey from childhood curiosity to becoming a leading expert in analytics for sustainable development. Discover how data science and quantitative methods are applied to tackle real-world challenges like food security, hunger, and sustainable logistics. Learn about the impactful work of the Zero Hunger Lab, collaborations with NGOs, industry, and academia, and the importance of transdisciplinary research in creating meaningful societal change. This talk highlights the power of science as a means to achieve global prosperity and the Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing practical solutions, human behavior insights, and the role of education in preparing students for a complex, interconnected world. A heartfelt tribute to colleagues and a call to action for collaboration and innovation make this lecture both thought-provoking and motivating.

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