IE&IS Excels in Multidisciplinary Research in a Multidisciplinary Approach
The Department of Industrial Engineering & Innovation Sciences (IE&IS) has received outstanding accolades in the recent research evaluation. The visiting committee thoroughly examined the department's work, combining document analysis with on-site visits in June 2023. Engaging with various stakeholders, including the departmental board, accomplished researchers, and industry partners, the committee lauded the open and collaborative spirit of the department.
Emphasis on multidisciplinarity
The committee compliments IE&IS for its robust management which promotes a collaborative atmosphere and team-based science. Multidisciplinary research is a cornerstone, with the departmental board actively facilitating this approach. The excellent quality in industrially and societally relevant multidisciplinary research is built from strong disciplinary performance of the researchers. The support structures, notably the Project Development Office, garnered high praise from researchers. The committee's assessment of research and valorization is exceptionally positive, deeming it "excellent in context" due to its emphasis on multidisciplinarity.
Future ready
IE&IS's forward-thinking approach extends to its future readiness. With extensive connections at regional, national, and European levels, the department's research themes exhibit remarkable relevance and room for collaboration with societal partners. Moreover, its proximity to high-tech industrial players in the Brainport ecosystem offers unique collaborative prospects.
PhD supervision is meticulously organized, with a training plan that incorporates both academic skills and project-specific components. The emphasis on valorization tasks is viewed as advantageous by PhD students.
Leading in open science and integrity
IE&IS leads in open science and integrity practices, both in practical support and research endeavors. The committee encourages the department to articulate a vision for its future role in this arena, possibly taking a leading position within the university and nationally.
The department's tenure and promotion framework aligns with contemporary excellence standards in Dutch academia. The committee acknowledges the efforts made and suggests further refinement of the performance framework.
In summary, the committee was highly impressed by IE&IS's achievements, noting few areas for enhancement. The department's performance, though occasionally understated in the report, reflects a solid foundation with exceptional accomplishments and potential for continued growth. This recognition is a source of great pride for the IE&IS Department.
About research at IE&IS and it’s research themes
IE&IS integrates diverse disciplinary perspectives, from social sciences to operations research and management. With a systems-oriented approach, our research focuses on finding solutions to complex industrial and societal challenges.
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