Photo of the Maria Montessori building
Photo of the Maria Montessori building

Behavioural Science Institute

We believe that the challenges of tomorrow require an interdisciplinary and collaborative effort today. Our mission is to join forces in interdisciplinary research on the theme: Empowering the Young. We study young people's challenges in our current society and are dedicated to contributing to their empowerment by providing the knowledge, tools, and confidence to shape their future.

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Highlights

Young people talking

Popularity remains important among young adults too. ‘Not just something for children.’

https://www.radboudrecharge.nl/en/article/popularity-remains-important-among-yo…
Tekening van groep mensen die een puzzel leggen.

Tackling educational inequality? Together, we can make a difference.

https://www.radboudrecharge.nl/en/article/tackling-educational-inequality-toget…
Jongen doet trucje

Why do so many young people stop playing sports?

https://www.radboudrecharge.nl/en/article/why-do-so-many-young-people-stop-play…

Collaborating with the Behavioural Science Institute

The BSI conducts innovative, fundamental research in the behavioural sciences, working closely with our partners at every step. Together, we transform scientific insights into practical tools, apps, workplace guidelines, and improved psychological treatments, among other things. Read the testimonials to see how we and our partners benefit from this unique collaboration.

The BSI provided Pro Persona with essential insights into anxiety, OCD, and post-traumatic stress disorders.
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Mirjam Kampman
Clinical psychologist and senior scientific researcher at Pro Persona
Read Mirjam's story
Thanks to the expertise of the BSI, we were able to gather valuable insights that adolescents did not share with our team.
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Jolanda van Gerwe
Director of the Join Us foundation
Read Jolanda's story

Research projects

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The health equality & value-driven ethical-AI network (HEAVEN)

Research

With health equality & value-driven ethical-AI network we address, and potentially resolve, growing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.

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Hidden hearing and speaking problems in CMT

Research

CMT1 is a muscle disorder that affects approximately 1 in 1,500 people. In CMT1, the myelin sheath (protective layer) surrounding the nerves is affected. This project investigates the extent to which CMT1 affects listening and speaking.

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SPARC: the predictive value of resilience

Research

The SPARC study develops and validates a measurement instrument for resilience in young children (0-6 years) with severe developmental psychopathology. It investigates the application of resilience in both diagnostics and treatment.

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News

Twelve reasons why people resist change

Research news item

Learning maths goes (slightly) better with AI, but teacher plays a key role

Research news item

Good news for children isn’t about sugar-coating things, but about simplifying them

Research news item

Fresh laundry scent leads to higher spending on second-hand clothes

Research news item
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Events

Boost Your Skills Day 2026

Monday 26 October 2026, 9:45 am - 4:30 pm Conference / symposium

Colloquium Adolescents’ Comprehension of Single vs. Multiple Digital Sources

Tuesday 27 October 2026, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Colloquium / Seminar

Inaugural lecture professor Ger Keijsers

Friday 30 October 2026, 4 pm Inaugural lecture

BSI Symposium: Alcohol reduction across the lifespan

Thursday 5 November 2026, 10:30 am - 2 pm Conference / symposium
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Visiting address

The Behavioural Science Institute is located in the Maria Montessori building in Nijmegen.

Thomas van Aquinostraat 4
6525 GD Nijmegen

Contact

Get in touch with the research institute by contacting the BSI office.

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