Questions from society
The Beta Science Shop is there for you!
The Beta Science Shop collaborates with scientists and students to conduct scientific research that answers questions from society. Questions like: How can we prevent ocean pollution caused by plastic textile fibres? What’s the best way for the university to save energy? How can we scientifically support a transition to a (more) plant-based menu? What are the possibilities for combining nature with solar farms?
Do you have a research question for the Beta Science Shop?
Get in touch via email: science-shop-fse rug.nl - we’d love to think along with you!
Research with Real-World Impact
Surprising knowledge questions often emerge from society, questions that call for concise yet impactful research. The Science Shops of the University of Groningen conduct studies on these societal questions, leading to meaningful social impact. Groningen’s Beta students carry out the research in collaboration with the staff at the Beta Science Shop.
More information for students, the public, and educators can be found on the Beta Science Shop’s information page.
What is the Beta Science Shop?
The Beta Science Shop acts as a bridge between non-profit organizations and expertise in the natural sciences. Organizations and academic staff bring forward questions on a wide range of topics. Together with students, we search for answers. If you have questions, feel free to contact us via email: science-shop-fse@rug.nl.
This also applies to interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, or Citizen Science-related questions. Together with our colleagues, we offer university-wide possibilities
What kind of research does the Beta Science Shop conduct?
The Beta Science Shop has explored topics such as energy-efficient education, the health risks of energy poverty, the benefits of a more plant-based menu, and much more.
Why are Science Shops important?
Ooit waren ze de voorhoede van de democratisering van de wetenschap. Nu zijn er in Nederland nog maar drie steden over die een wetenschapswinkel hebben, al lijkt de interesse langzaam weer toe te nemen. Hoe geven we de wetenschapswinkels weer de plek die ze verdienen? Het Nationaal Expertisecentrum Wetenschap & Samenleving (NEWS) schreef een artikel over het belang van de wetenschapswinkels voor wetenschap en samenleving.
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