![](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/header_slider_wide_desktop/public/2026-03/2025_World%20Leisure%20congress%20at%20BUas-153-min_0.jpg?h=494e8633&itok=i78OVhXZ) # Research Research & Development/Design (R&D) at Breda University of Applied Sciences contributes to a better understanding of and solutions to the issues we are faced with in society. ## BUas research At BUas, we foster a dynamic synergy between R&D, education, and society. We treat all three as equally important, mutually reinforcing, and interconnected functions that contribute to industry, students, academia, and society at large, helping to shape a better world. ## Key Research Themes BUas focuses on five core themes in its R&D three domain themes and two transversal themes, focusing on current and future societal challenges of local importance within the global context. ![Twee meisjes fietsen langs het Rijksmuseum](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/key_theme_card_xl/public/pexels-ekrulila-19037122.jpg?h=3db46d66&itok=mfsm_6ks) ### Places & Flows #### Cross-domain Research Theme People come together in physical places and they organise flows of goods and services to facilitate their lives. Understanding these interactions enables us to contribute to liveable places and sustainable flows. [ Read more about Places & Flows](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/research-themes/places-and-flows) ![Drie toeristen kijken naar een lucht vol luchtballonnen ](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/key_theme_card_xl/public/shutterstock_1487888531%20%281%29.jpg?h=f115bdb4&itok=7UbVZEW4) ### Experiences #### Cross-domain Research Theme Every day, in all places, people feel, sense and live experiences. Understanding their nature and motivations allows us to support experiences for cultural understanding, social inclusion and social transition. [ Read more about Experiences](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/research-themes/experiences) ![Een man draagt een VR-bril](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/key_theme_card_xl/public/header%20vr%20bril.jpg?h=300ca5f4&itok=xvydGFKv) ### Digital Realities #### Cross-domain Research Theme As people increasingly interact within digital realities. Understanding their potential allows us to contribute to using these digital realities for improved governance and management in addressing societal challenges. [ Read more about Digital Realities](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/research-themes/digital-realities) [ Read more about Sustainability Transitions ](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/research-themes/sustainability-transitions) ![Een mensenhand steekt zich uit naar een hand van planten](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/key_theme_theme_xl/public/header%20sustainability_final.jpg?h=6f8e8448&itok=qQQbwB4c) Sustainability Transitions Transversal Research Theme BUas supports current and future professionals in identifying, crafting and implementing sustainability transition pathways. [ Read more about Artificial Intelligence ](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/research-themes/artificial-intelligence) ![AI-afbeelding van een vrouw in een digitaal netwerk](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/key_theme_theme_xl/public/shutterstock_1446278711.jpg?h=56044052&itok=gKmpLk-w) Artificial Intelligence Transversal Research Theme BUas aims to leverage AI as a transformative tool - while keeping ethical consequences at the forefront - to achieve meaningful outcomes. ## More about research ![](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/19_7_card_xl/public/2026-02/research%20-%20professorships%20-%202024_Employee_photoshoot_PVR-25-min.jpg?h=8bdeb3da&itok=DiXyZgfd) ### Professorships Find out more about our professorships and R&D projects or get in touch with our experts. [Our professorships ](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/professorships) ![](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/19_7_card_xl/public/2026-02/Centres%20of%20Expertise%20-%20banner%20-%202025_Signing%20LCB-Rode%20kruis%201-min.jpg?h=9f58253f&itok=y2PpK7Nk) ### Centres of expertise BUas collaborates with partners all over the world. We conduct R&D, share our knowledge and co-create to shape a better world. [ An overview ](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/centres-of-expertise) ![](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/19_7_card_xl/public/2026-02/research%20-%20labsandstudios%20-%202018%20-%20CAMPUS%20-%20Taste%20lab%20-%20AvT-min.jpg?h=c76ffe52&itok=c4V38YPt) ### Labs & studios An overview of the R&D facilities at BUas. [ Our labs & studios ](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/labs) ![Een close-up van een vrouwenhoofd, met technologie erin getekend](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/19_7_card_xl/public/2026-01/Onderzoeksbrochure.jpg?h=f3d91752&itok=Aj8T2DN-) ### R&D brochure The BUas R&D brochure serves as a comprehensive introduction to our research landscape. [ Open the R&D brochure ](https://heyzine.com/flip-book/be0f0bc5cc.html?utm_source=buas&utm_campaign=research&utm_medium=brochure&utm_content=onderzoek) ![](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/19_7_card_xl/public/2026-02/research%20-%20search%20-%202019%20-%20CAMPUS%20-%20Library%20books%20-%20VW-min.jpg?h=a141e9ea&itok=Vpo_k3cs) ### Search Search for researchers, publications, projects and more in our research database Pure. [ Search in Pure ](https://pure.buas.nl/en/) ![Een man geeft een presentatie voor een Digibord ](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/19_7_card_xl/public/2025-02/Header%20onderzoeksvisie.jpg?h=e78365db&itok=Lk2hw-F-) ### Research vision R&D at BUas contributes to a better understanding of and solutions to problems we face in society. [ Our vision on research ](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/research-vision) ## Research & Development news ### Curiosity as the driving force behind R&D at BUas 19 May 2026 New R&D Director Ilja van Beest on sharing knowledge as a core mission. [ Read more ](https://www.buas.nl/en/news/curiosity-as-the-driving-force-behind-rd-at-buas)- About BUas - Research ![Profielfoto Ilja van Beest](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/1_1_groot_wysiwyg/public/Ilja%20van%20Beest.jpg?h=b9be1c6d&itok=vcV4t_sT) ### BUas researchers receive NWO funding for sustainable science and climate transition 7 May 2026 BUas researchers are involved in three of the 40 awarded projects. [ Read more ](https://www.buas.nl/en/news/buas-researchers-receive-nwo-funding-for-sustainable-science-and-climate-transition)- About BUas - Research ![Tekening van personen die elkaar helpen om duurzaam te worden](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/1_1_groot_wysiwyg/public/2026-05/abel-linkedin-image-template.png?h=2e111cc1&itok=8zE7zyBD) ### Applied research drives SME innovation 21 April 2026 BUas explains how universities of applied sciences support SMEs [ Read more ](https://www.buas.nl/en/news/applied-research-drives-sme-innovation)- About BUas - Research - Collaboration ![Twee onderzoekers analyseren resultaten op een computer](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/1_1_groot_wysiwyg/public/2026-04/onderzoek.jpg?h=364800b2&itok=8wF0Bpva) ### Recreational mobility on the agenda: INTERIM kick-off 19 March 2026 INTERIM focuses on the integration of tourism and recreation into mobility policy. [ Read more ](https://www.buas.nl/en/news/recreational-mobility-on-the-agenda-interim-kick-off)- About BUas - Tourism - Logistiek - Research ![](https://www.buas.nl/sites/default/files/styles/1_1_groot_wysiwyg/public/Interim.jpg?h=25f502c3&itok=V0B5zydy) ### The 45th ISTTE Annual Conference 21 Oct This conference will be hosted by BUas. BUas campus [ More information ](https://www.buas.nl/en/event/45th-istte-annual-conference)- About BUas - Tourism - Research - Education - Data Science & AI ### Collaborate with us Research at Breda University of Applied Sciences addresses societal challenges with innovative solutions. Are you a student, professional, or partner ready to make an impact? **Join us in driving change**—contact us today to explore collaboration opportunities. [Contact us](https://www.buas.nl/en/research/contact "Page - Content - INT Research - Contact")