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Een man voor een computer aan het werk

Process Analytical Technology for Sustainable Industry 4.0

Unlock the power of data-driven chemistry. Learn PCA, PLS and advanced chemometric tools with Radboud University experts. Explore real-time applications of Process Analytical Technologies and Industry 4.0, combining theory and hands-on practice to boost innovation, sustainability and smart decision-making across industry, healthcare and research.

    General

    In today’s rapidly evolving industrial and scientific landscape, the ability to transform raw data into actionable insights is a game-changer. This course introduces you to the exciting intersection of Process Analytical Technologies (PAT) and chemometrics, equipping you with the tools to drive smarter, more sustainable decision-making. You will explore how handheld and online spectroscopies provide real-time, non-invasive insights into chemical processes, and how advanced data analysis methods unlock the full potential of these massive datasets.

    Through a combination of lectures and hands-on computer exercises, you will learn to apply powerful techniques such as Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Partial Least Squares regression (PLS). The emphasis is on interpretation and practical application, ensuring you can confidently use these methods in real-world scenarios. Internationally renowned experts from Radboud University will guide you through the state-of-the-art in chemometrics, while guest lecturers showcase inspiring case studies from industry, government, and healthcare.

    By the end of the course, you will not only understand how to process complex chemical data but also how to leverage it for innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. Whether you aim to improve product quality, reduce waste, or enhance energy efficiency, this course empowers you to become a key player in shaping the future of data-driven chemistry.

    Learning objectives

    After completing this course, you will be able to:

    1. Interpret the outcomes of a variety of chemometric methods with confidence and clarity.
    2. Apply advanced data analysis techniques, including essential steps such as pre-processing and validation, to ensure robust and reliable results.
    3. Integrate chemometric approaches into your own chemical studies or research projects, enhancing process understanding, innovation, and sustainability.

    Starting date

    22 June 2026, 8:30 am
    City
    Nijmegen
    Costs
    €925
    Discount
    15% when applying before 1 April 2026
    VAT-free
    Yes
    Educational method
    On-site
    Main Language
    English
    Deadline registration
    15 May 2026, 11:59 pm
    Maximum number of participants
    45

    Factsheet

    Type of education
    Course
    Entry requirements
    This course is aimed at a wide range of applicants from the field of natural sciences.
    Study load (ECTS)
    2
    Result
    Edubadge, Proof of participation
    Organisation
    Radboud Summer School

    Contact information

    Radboud Summer School
    Postbus 9102
    6500 HC NIJMEGEN

    radboudsummerschool [at] ru.nl (radboudsummerschool[at]ru[dot]nl)

    timetable

    Costs

    Early bird | €787

    The deadline for our early bird application is 31 March 2026.

    Regular | €925

    The deadline for our regular application is the 15 May 2026.

    Includes

    Your course, coffee and tea during breaks, warm lunch every day, welcome dinner on Monday, Official Opening, Official Closing.

    Excludes

    Transport, accommodation, social events and other costs. 

    Discounts and scholarships

    There are discounts and scholarships available for our partners. Click below to find out if you are eligible. 

    Discounts and scholarships

    Admission

    Level of participant

    Advanced Bachelor, Master, PhD, Postdoc, Professional.

    Admission requirements

    This course is aimed at a wide range of applicants from the field of natural sciences, e.g. advanced bachelor students who want to pursue data analysis in their masters, master students who want to do a PhD in which data analysis will play a key role and PhDs, post-docs and professionals who already have data available and who want gain experience with data analysis.

    Admission documents

    CV & motivation letter.