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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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AI-enabled decision making and the experience of empowerment

Research

This research examines the interdisciplinary construct of empowerment in the context of decision-making with AI

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From Education to Employment

Research

This PhD project examines how career resources help young people prepare for and navigate the transition from higher education to work and the early stages of their careers.

Living Library

The power of conversation: The Living Library as an intervention against discrimination

Research

In this project, we examined the Living Library as an intervention to reduce discrimination

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News

Mirjam van der Sprong’s Summer: Writing about education and caring for bees

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How a tiny mouse sparked a major study on stress

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Those familiar with the university before their studies begin get off to a flying start

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Karin Roelofs receives Spinozapremie

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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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