Our scientists participate in networks geared towards research and policy and towards product development. They develop international networks, are invited to networks, and invite you to participate. This global interaction results in a better output for all parties involved. In addition, our networking widens the possibilities for international funding, both for us and for our partners.
Partnerships in international projects are essential in the development of networks. Here we present some of these projects.
Examples of projects & partnerships:
Centre for Biosystems Genomics
 The Centre for Biosystems Genomics, a Dutch consortium comprising four Universities, two research institutes and thirteen industrial partners, will conduct research into the key sustainability issues in agro-production, with a strong focus on ecology and biodiversity: disease resistance to drastically reduce pesticides and product quality to address changing consumer and industrial demands. This consortium comprises top scientists in the field of plant sciences and genomics, and the major Dutch companies in plant genomics, breeding, cultivation and processing.
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The Netherlands Initiative on Late Blight (NILB)
The aim of NILB is to reduce the use of fungicides to control P. infestans in potato by 75% in 2012 by three strategies. Firstly, to integrate all present and new research in the Netherlands and to focus all projects on this 2012 aim. Secondly, to hand over the steering of all research to a board of representatives from the potato sector to ensure commitment to and application of the results of all short term and long term research. Thirdly, to combine the three parties research (Wageningen UR), policy (Ministry of Agriculture) and potato sector in NILB to ensure that each party takes its responsibility for reaching the 2012 aim.
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Other Examples of Research projects
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