Short YouTube video about the Firefighters project. Recent increase in wild fires in France, and around the world, are an unfortunate example of the current challenges firefighters face nowadays. Data science can provide a solution for such challenges. Through various visualizations, we can empower our …

In this project we take a look at the laws and regulations surrounding data collection using sensors in assistive technology and the literature on concerns of people about this technology. We also look into the Smart Teddy device and how it operates. An analysis required by the General Data Protection …

Citizens have responded to newcomers in the Netherlands with acts of solidarity and programmes to support integration, often in response to increasingly restrictive government policies. In a previously published study by the primary author, a critical discourse analysis was conducted of texts used in …

At the University of Applied Science Utrecht we have been working on optimising the sustainable use of space for a long time. There are various reasons for this, such as the high costs per square meter, the shortage of space at peak times and the vacancy rate at off-peak moments. There are complaints …

Background Promoting physical activity (PA) in patients during and/or after an inpatient stay appears important but challenging. Interventions using activity trackers seem promising to increase PA and enhance recovery of physical functioning. Objective To review the effectiveness of physical activity …

Prevalence of research misconduct, questionable research practices (QRPs) and their associations with a range of explanatory factors has not been studied sufficiently among academic researchers. The National Survey on Research Integrity targeted all disciplinary fields and academic ranks in the Netherlands. …

Objective To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of the Cardiac Care Bridge (CCB) nurse-led transitional care program in older (≥70 years) cardiac patients compared to usual care. Methods The intervention group (n = 153) received the CCB program consisting of case management, disease management and home-based …

The mini-lecture address to what extent Friedman's VSD (Value Sensitive Design) methods can be helpful in ensuring data protection in the eHealth design process. The Dutch app CoronaMelder serves as a case study in this regard.

In the current era of data driven governance and businesses, data sharing and opening become an essential growth factor. Data intensive organizations are eager to share their data with the public, research institutions and private enterprises. However, data sharing must adhere to data protection laws …

INTRODUCTION: Positive attitudes towards family involvement in nursing care are essential for improving the involvement of and collaboration with patients' families. The aim of this study is to explore nurses' attitudes towards the importance of families in nursing care. METHOD: Using a cross-sectional …