Projects

Assistive Technology (AT) is essential for people with disabilities to participate equally and fully in society.

What is the social value of top sporting events? This is the question at the heart of the Moves research programme, in which the Impact of Sport research group is participating.

Exploring the impact of sport on social issues concerning inclusion, resilience and vitality in Moerwijk-North.

Despite the high participation rates of girls in volleyball, women are underrepresented in decision-making roles such as administrators, coaches, and referees.

Insomnia has significant societal consequences. Somnox can help improve sleep quality.

Start (V)aardig is a study on the physical literacy of preschoolers. After all, children who learn to exercise well at an early age and enjoy it, often develop an active lifestyle. Neighbourhood sport coaches can play a...

Healthcare technology – or e-health – is now an integral part of the healthcare sector. But how does a healthcare professional choose the right tool for the patient? The Rehabilitation and Technology Research Group...

People with vitality who – literally and figuratively – feel comfortable in their own skin use less healthcare. Increasing vitality by eating healthily and getting enough exercise has a positive effect on people and the...

How can care and support for families with a child with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities (PIMD) be improved?

For people who have had a stroke (or cerebrovascular accident, CVA), rehabilitation consists mainly of exercising. Being dependent on scheduled appointments at a rehabilitation centre or physiotherapist is no longer...

Playful interactive technology such as 'exertion games' can be helpful in getting children to exercise. These interfaces, which use the entire human body, are growing in popularity.

Digital skills are indispensable nowadays, even for seniors. Whether arranging online banking, passing on a move or refilling a prescription, the use of digital systems is indispensable in our society.