Project-based services
General
Within project-based collaborations we can offer scientific insights and practical support in the field of product development, specifically from our pillars around sustainability, industry and education. This project-based cooperation is possible in various forms as explained below.
Projects with students
The research group design.nexus is closely linked to the study program for Industrial Design Engineers at the UGent Campus in Kortrijk.
The Industrial Design Engineers (IO) design new products or improve existing products and services. This process of innovation is a crucial factor for companies and an industrial designer is an important motor in this process. As a company, there are various possibilities to work with these students. To the study program web page.
Specific Design Assignments
- period October - December or February - May
- must fit within a course of the program
Bachelor's theses
- period February - May
- go to work on a research question
Internships
- students actively participate in the design department of a company for a period of time
Master's theses
- Companies can write a design assignment with an innovative component that also requires a research component.
- Some examples of previous master theses.
Contact us via design.nexus@ugent.be for questions about collaborations with students.
Collaboration in projects
There are various types of projects in which we can offer services (transfer of knowledge) or act as a partner (building new knowledge) and in which you may also (depending on the nature and size of the project) be able to apply for funding.
Tailored project (1 on 1)
Together with you, we will look at what is possible and make you a suitable proposal.
VLAIO Development project
An innovative idea, but still a lot of challenges? A new technology, process, service or innovative prototype? Then be sure to check out the possibilities within a VLAIO development project. Within such a project, we can act both as a service provider and as a partner.
More info on VLAIO Development projects
VLAIO Research project
Do you have an innovative idea that requires new knowledge and research? Then definitely check out the possibilities within a VLAIO research project. Within such a project, we can act both as a service provider and as a partner.
More info on VLAIO Research projects
Baekeland mandate
An applied doctoral research very specifically on a case of a company or a consortium of companies
Baekeland mandates offer companies the opportunity to carry out a project with a researcher. The company involved is responsible for the strategic orientation of the project and also for part of the co-financing. The project clearly has an economic finality, but at the same time gives the researcher the opportunity to carry out a doctorate. The university is responsible for the guidance towards a doctorate.
More info on Baekeland mandates.
Ongoing collective projects
We always have collective research projects running in which certain collaborations are also possible. View the overview of our current projects here.
Please contact us via this design.nexus@ugent.be for questions concerning project-based cooperation with researchers.