Conference

SURF Research Day 2026

SURF Research Day brings together research, IT and innovation in one national conference. Through inspiring talks, interactive sessions and practical workshops, you gain new insights and connect with researchers and research supporters.

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Gooiland, Emmastraat 2, Hilversum

This year’s main theme is ‘Connecting Minds’. Behind the scenes, we are currently working hard on creating a varied programme with engaging keynotes. As soon as the programme is finalised, we announce it here.

First keynote: neuropsychologist Eveline Crone

Eveline Crone

Eveline Crone, internationally renowned professor and Spinoza Prize winner, is keynote speaker at SURF Research Day 2026! Drawing on her research, she will explain how Connecting Minds works in practice. Connecting knowledge and infrastructure helps us better understand how young people grow up in a complex society.

Do you know someone who excels in research support?

Raoul Schram, Renate Mattiszik en Ernest Boskovic poseren met de awards.

Nominate your favourite research support employee for the SURF Research Support Luminary 2026! This award celebrates the experts who help researchers excel with the best IT support. Submission is possible until 27 March

Nominate now

Highlights from last year

Curious about what you can expect at the SURF Research Day? Visit the event page to explore the highlights of last year’s edition. Discover the atmosphere, speakers and activities that made the event so special and get inspired for the upcoming edition.

Visit the event page

Stay informed

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Have any questions? Contact us at: researchday@surf.nl.

Call for proposals closed

The call for proposals closed on 15-03-2026. View all information here.

Do you have questions about your submission? Feel free to contact us via researchday@surf.nl.

Sign up now SURF Research Day 2026

Gooiland, Emmastraat 2, Hilversum