Our Applied Research
Are you looking for a research partner who understands your challenges and is ready to co-create practical, sustainable solutions?
Odisee University of Applied Sciences is a strategic knowledge hub embedded in the innovation ecosystems of Flanders and Brussels. We specialise in practice-based research that starts with real-world questions from companies, organisations, schools, and communities.
Our commitment to our third mission – community engagement and societal impact – drives everything we do. We work closely with partners to develop and improve practices, products, and processes that are socially responsible and future-oriented.
Whether you're seeking to innovate, solve a concrete problem, or explore new ways of working – let’s connect and create impact together.
Does your company, organisation, or school have a challenge?
Partner with us to access insights and innovative approaches that deliver impactful results for your organisation, by providing tailored solutions for your unique needs. Contact us for:
- Quantitative research: experiments, surveys, longitudinal studies, ...
- Qualitative research: interviews, focus groups, action research, ...
- Expertise: business cases, seminars, consultancy, ...
- Consortia: local and international partnerships and networks
Research expertise
We conduct practice-based research that bridges academic insight and societal impact. We invite international partners to explore collaboration across five key domains: Business, Technology, Social Sciences, Health and Education. Each expertise reflects our commitment to addressing real-world challenges through interdisciplinary approaches, co-creation with stakeholders, and alignment with Europe’s green, digital, and inclusive transitions.
Business
Empowering organisations to thrive in a changing world, our research supports circular business models, digital transformation, and future-ready skills. By fostering innovation, sustainability, and social impact, we help build resilient enterprises aligned with the European agenda.
Technology
We advance impact-driven research at the intersection of sustainability, health, and digital innovation. By combining scientific expertise with real-world collaboration, we develop scalable solutions that support Europe’s green and digital transitions and strengthen regional resilience.
Social sciences
Our inclusive, practice-based research strengthens families and communities, promotes social justice, and drives systemic change. Through co-creation with those with lived experience, we develop tools and strategies that foster equity, resilience, and sustainable social impact.
Health
We foster healthier communities through applied research that supports lifelong well-being, from early family care to active aging. Our interdisciplinary work empowers individuals and care systems with evidence-based innovations that promote inclusion, resilience, and quality of life.
Education
How can education foster the skills and mindsets needed for a rapidly changing world? Our practice-based research equips schools with effective strategies to enhance communication skills and engage students in reflective, future-oriented learning on complex societal themes.
Use our research infrastructure
As a company, organisation, or school, you can make use of the modern research infrastructure available at the Odisee campuses. Take advantage of our showpieces:
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User Experience Lab
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Aquaculture Education & Research Facility
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Human Factor Lab
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Concrete testing equipment
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Analysis equipment and upscaling ultrasound-assisted extraction
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Design ‘n’ Development Lab
Brussels as a living laboratory and a gateway to Europe
Our basic attitude is to work in co-creation with partners inside and outside the university, between different disciplines and with other scientific institutions, nationally and internationally. We look for validated solutions that really work within the company, organisation or school.
Looking to collaborate?
Our Research and Project Management Office supports international research collaborations at Odisee.
Whether you’re looking to set up a new project, find the right researcher to connect with, or have general questions about international funding opportunities, we’re here to help. Don’t hesitate to get in touch!