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The Brussels Times Magazine
At the forefront of global trade, the Port of Antwerp – which now includes Zeebrugge – is attempting to anchor itself in green and digital technologies to secure its status as the gateway to Europe. The 2022 merger makes the Port of Antwerp-Bruges the world’s 13th largest in TEUs and second in Europe in
maritime freight movement.
Why Elio Di Rupo is Still Making his Case
The Brussels Times Magazine
Elio Di Rupo’s journey from a working-class family in Morlanwelz to the zenith of Belgian politics is
a story of resilience, pragmatism and charm. The son of Italian immigrants and one of Europe’s first
openly gay leaders, the former Prime Minister is happy to be remembered for steering Belgium through economic storms and societal transformations.
The Brussels Times Magazine
How do we become or stay happy? Belgium’s ‘Happiness Ambassador’ Leo Bormans sifts through recent research on positive psychology to share the secrets of smiling.
How Science Can Fight Fake News
ScienceBusiness.net
In an age of fake news, it has become essential for science to connect with public audiences in a relational, honest and transparent manner.
Digital Healthcare Powered by Chemistry
ChemistryCan, Cefic
Challenges to understand and treat certain diseases and improve people's well-being have pushed the boundaries of chemistry as both a science and an industry. Digital and electronic technologies can fill these gaps, transforming the application of chemistry well beyond medication.
Bioeconomy Needs Breakthrough Thinking
ChemistryCan, Cefic
A growing bio-based chemical industry is critical to the transition towards a carbon neutral and circular bioeconomy to extend the lifecycle of products, minimize waste, efficiently use renewable raw materials and develop biobased products.
Shaping the Future of Medicine
Science Business
​New technologies could enable medicine to progress in leaps and bounds, but only with the right regulatory and ethical frameworks.
Leading Scientists Call for International Inclusion
Science Business
European Union leaders should put science before politics and allow the UK and Switzerland to fully participate in Horizon Europe, the EU’s flagship research and innovation programme.