Erasmus Initiatives

The Erasmus Initiatives are three ambitious plans that streamline our academic activities to increase the social and economic impact of our work.

The connection and interaction between science and society, between theory and practice, are part of our DNA. Talented researchers who enter into international collaborations with an open mind move science forward. The Erasmus Initiatives joins forces for science that matters.

Read more about the three Erasmus Initiatives:

Dynamics of Inclusive Prosperity
Working on sustainable prosperity
Smarter Choices for Better Health
Better health through smarter choices
Vital Cities and Citizens
Contribute to the quality of city life

Interview Beitske Boonstra - City-making practices and social initiatives in times of corona
Beitske Boonstra examines solidarity initiatives in times of corona and city-making initiatives. Read the interview here...
- Wednesday 7 Apr 2021
- In the media
Becoming a smart city: are digital platforms the holy grail?
Hugo Hegeman, a master's student in Urban Governance at the EUR, investigates the relationship between smart city pilots and open innovation platforms.
- Wednesday 31 Mar 2021
- In the media
Interview Otieno Ong’ayo - The Outreach of Diaspora Communities: from country of origin to country of residence
Dr. Otieno Ong’ayo is an academic researcher at the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) of Erasmus University Rotterdam. In his postdoc-project he investigates how diaspora communities have organized transnationally in order to influence local policies.
- Monday 22 Mar 2021
- In the media