Inaugural lecture: Van der Zaag on bio-nanotechnology and molecular imaging
When a scientist is appointed professor, he or she holds an inaugural lecture: a public speech of maximum 30 minutes in the auditorium of the university for an audience. Often this speech is about the research area of the newly appointed professor and his or her vision on it.
Drawing on my experience in industry, I will discuss guidelines for making discoveries and inventions driving innovation. Also insights will be shared on translating scientific and technical results into products as well as collaborating effectively in multidisciplinary and multinational environments. I will outline applications of these experiences in the fields of bio-nanotechnology and molecular imaging through my joint appointment in the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Faculty of Medical Sciences, with the aim of strengthening collaboration between both faculties. Finally, I will discuss the areas in which we aim to drive innovation in medtech, with a particular focus on bringing novel cancer diagnostics into clinical practice.
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Inaugural lecture: prof. dr. P.J. (Pieter) van der Zaag
Fr 29-05-2026 16:15 - 17:00
Aula Academy building, Broerstraat 5, Groningen
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Title: How shall you eke order out of chaos?
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Chair: Bio-nanotechnology and molecular imaging
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Faculty: Science and Engineering
Registration please at the latest one week in advance via the registration form.
Livestream on 29 mei 2026