SCIENCE ÑL II – La ciencia como puente – Wetenschap als brug

Spain and the Netherlands have been strengthening their scientific collaboration to address global challenges and advance technological innovation. Both countries recognize the importance of integrating scientific knowledge into policy-making and knowledge-transfer, particularly in areas such as artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability and healthcare. Organized by the Association of Spanish Scientists in the Netherlands (CENL) and the Embassy of Spain in the Netherlands with the support of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), this meeting aims to showcase success stories and enhance the scientific collaboration between the Netherlands and Spain at intra- and inter-sectoral level in academia and business. SCIENCE ÑL will take place on the 1st of December 2025, from 10:30 h to 17.30 h at the seat of the Ramon Areces Foundation (C. de Vitruvio, 5, Chamartín, Madrid). Its first edition took place in 2024 in Amsterdam, the seat of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW).

Under the motto Wetenschap als brug – La Ciencia como puente, we have gathered keynote talks and panel discussions by prominent scientists and policymakers from both countries.  There will also be time for networking during the closing borrel to foster connections between academia, industry, and government representatives to deepen these ties and leverage their expertise for mutual benefit. The outcomes will highlight the benefits of international scientific collaboration, driving innovation and addressing global challenges more effectively. This event is, among others, sponsored by the Ramón Areces Foundation and the Embassy of Spain in the Netherlands.