About NextGenPhys@NL
NextGenPhys@NL fosters a vibrant network of emerging physics researchers in the Netherlands, offering guidance, resources, and a unified voice to enhance their professional growth and societal impact. Through annual events, collaborative initiatives, and mentorship, we aim to empower young talent to navigate complex funding landscapes, form strategic research consortia, gain leadership training, and shape evolving scientific agendas. By uniting diverse perspectives and building alliances across academia, industry, and policymakers, NextGenPhys@NL ensures that early career scientists overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to research, education, and innovation. We aim to cultivate tomorrow’s leaders who will drive transformative change.
Vision Statement
In the coming years, NextGenPhys@NL envisions a thriving physics ecosystem where early career researchers confidently lead groundbreaking initiatives, addressing fundamental questions and emerging societal challenges. We see a future in which these scientists seamlessly collaborate across subdisciplines and sectors, forging strategic alliances that foster innovation, inclusivity, and long-term sustainability. By continuously adapting to changing research landscapes, embracing new technologies, and advocating for balanced, curiosity-driven funding strategies, NextGenPhys@NL aspires to ensure that young voices help shape national and European agendas. Through fair discussion, transparent communication, and equitable representation, we will safeguard a dynamic, forward-looking physics community that nurtures the next generation of physics researchers.