Artificial intelligence is becoming more capable every day. But how can we make the best use of it? And what should we avoid using AI for? Researchers at the University of Amsterdam are exploring both the possibilities and limits of artificial intelligence.

Worldwide close to 3,5 billion people suffer from oral diseases, such as cavities and gum diseases. Dental plaque often plays a major role in these problems – which is why good brushing is the standard advice. But what does ‘good’ actually mean?

Clean drinking water from the tap. We take this for granted in the Netherlands. But the quality of our drinking water is now under considerable pressure. How do we make sure that our tap water remains drinkable?

When you think of birds imitating sounds, parrots and starlings might come to mind. They’re famous for copying human speech, car alarms, and even ringtone melodies. But what happens when you challenge them with something really complex, like the electronic beeps and boops of R2-D2 from Star Wars?