Night University *POSTPONED*
Night University is the annual science festival of Tilburg University.
Night University 2021
Due to current circumstances, we have unfortunately had to decide to move the next edition of Night University (originally scheduled for fall 2021) to spring 2022. More information will follow.
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Night University: flashback 2019
Due to corona, we had to drop the 2020 edition. The last edition took place on October 3, 2019. Our vibrant campus hosted a total of 80 presentations, debates, games, tours, workshops, labs and performances. The central theme was ‘Temptations’.
To get an impression of the event, take a look at our aftermovie.
Highlights from the 2019 program
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Junior Night University
WORKSHOP - Junior Night University is a program for children from 9 to 14 years old (and their parents). There are mini-lectures and fun workshops. Again, the theme of 'temptations' is central. Discover what science is by doing, admiring, and discovering (language: Dutch).
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The temptation to engage in criminal behavior
NIGHT TALK - What is it that causes crime to flourish here the way it does? Mayor of the city of Breda Paul Depla and professor Pieter Tops talk about temptation and undermining crime. (language: Dutch).
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The psychology of greed
NIGHT TALK - For greedy people, tempation cannot be big enough. Marcel Zeelenberg gives an overview of recent research into the psychology of greed (language: Dutch).
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How to seduce the voter?
WORKSHOP - Voters are happy to buy into the ideas of eloquent politicians. In this workshop you learn the most important principles of rhetoric based on appealing and curious examples.(language: English)
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Peter Buwalda on temptations
NIGHT TALK - Author and columnist Peter Buwalda will talk about the temptations of writers, the temptations of writing, and the writer as a tempter (language: Dutch).
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Science Slam 2019
NIGHT TALK - Five PhD candidates are battling for the hearts of the audience. You can vote for the most clarifying, creative, and entertaining short scientific talk (language: English).
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Instagram's temptations
NIGHT TALK - A look at the glittering world of models, influencers, and their audience. The downside? Trying to look perfect can be addictive... (language: English)
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Temptation Aisle
NIGHT TALK - Imagine walking through an aisle at the supermarket. Ioana van Deurzen will explain the temptation of unhealthy behavior from a sociological perspective (language: English).
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Tempting cocktails!!!
WORKSHOP - Get a grip on the tactics of alcohol companies, and get introduced to non-alcoholic drinks that can be just as tempting and exciting in this spectacular workshop! (language: Dutch)
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Aafke Romeijn ‘writer in residence’
NIGHT TALK & EXPERIENCE - Meet brandnew ‘writer in residence’ Aafke Romeijn. She will talk and perform in the intimate Zwijsenbuilding. (language: Dutch)
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Seven Deadly Sins in video games
NIGHT TALK - Theologian Frank Bosman will look into the depiction of the Seven Deadly Sins in popular games like The Binding of Isaac, Darksiders III, and Dante’s Inferno. (language: English)
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GO-LAB: Love at first sight
LAB - Is it more advisable to take your date to a high bridge than to a restaurant? Find out about it here! Walk
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in all evening. (language: Dutch & English)
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Confessing our daily temptations the digital way
NIGHT TALK - Are we sharing more intimate secrets with a chatbot than we do with a human priest? We take a look at a large confession experiment at Lowlands. (language: Dutch)
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Smartphone Orchestra: The Social Sorting Experiment
EXPERIENCE - Face-to- Facebooktheater with the audience in the lead. Experience the manipulative power of digital data in this revealing live performance. Come on time, full is full! (language: English & Dutch)
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Online customer temptation: Persuasion profiling
NIGHT TALK - Novel insights from behavioral science and data science are actively used to understand, and influence, the online behavior of consumers. In this talk prof. dr. Maurits Kaptein will detail the pervasive practice of persuasion profiling. (language: English)
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The temptations of Temptation Island
NIGHT TALK - Why are viewers, participants and tv-makers attracted to the true temptations of Temptation Island? A panel with social scientist Linda Duits and the tempting ‘participant’ Mezdi! (language: Dutch)
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Constitutional Temptations
SERIOUS GAME - To withstand the temptation of quick change, the constitutional legislature, like Odysseus, has tied itself to a mast. In this experiment, it is up to you! Can you, like Odysseus, resist the temptation? (language: Dutch).
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The Dollar Auction
SERIOUS GAME - How does the temptation of money affects our behavior? Are you able to take a loss or do you always want to win, no matter what (language: English)?
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