Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions - AMS Institute

06/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the new MADE IT board 2026!

The 2026 Study Association MADE IT board is stepping up to ensure that the student experience at AMS Institute is as vibrant as the urban environments they study.

🫂 “We want to build a strong and resilient student community and connect MADE students with companies, research groups, and educational institutions. Events like Career Market Day and other community-focused initiatives help us move toward this goal.”

🍀 Good luck to the new MADE IT board with bringing together the next generation of urban problem solvers.

🤝 Meet the new board on our website

16/01/2025

Did you know 550,000 households in the Netherlands spend more than 8% of their income on energy?

New research conducted by MIT senseable City Lab in collaboration with AMS Institute reveals how energy coaching and smart technology can provide practical solutions to combat energy poverty.

🏡 Simple measures like radiator foil, draught strips, water-saving showerheads, and real-time energy feedback displays helped households cut electricity use by 33%, gas by 42%, and bills by an average of €104 per month.

💡 Energy coaches provided personalized advice, empowering families to adopt energy-efficient habits and take control of their energy consumption.

“This research is valuable for the municipality. It provides insights for better energy poverty policies and has directly helped reduce residents' energy bills,” says Annoesjka Nienhuis, Programme Manager for Innovation and Sustainability at City of Amsterdam.

The result? Three-quarters of participating households moved out of energy poverty—showing how targeted interventions can make a real difference.

👉 Want to learn more? Read the full findings on our website !

31/10/2024

It's time to match mentors to startups at the AMS Startup Booster!

Last Monday, the latest booster cohort began the mentor matchmaking process with a speed-dating event. The new batch of startups had the opportunity to connect with our group of dedicated mentors and receive valuable feedback, setting the stage for four months of invaluable guidance and support.

Each startup is committed to addressing major metropolitan challenges. From carbon management and utility optimization to circular furniture processes and energy transition initiatives, they're pioneering impactful solutions in urban innovation.

Take a look at the visuals below to learn more about each team's unique solution and the critical challenges they are tackling.👇🏼

Be sure to keep an eye on our updates to learn about the mentors assisting these startups on their journeys! 👀

👉🏼 Want to know more about the AMS Startup Booster or looking to connect with the founders to support their mission? Visit our website (link in bio).

25/10/2023

🌆 📢 ❗ AMS Conference Update: Call for submissions & keynote speaker

We come with exciting news – the submission deadline for the AMS Conference 2024 has been extended to November 14th. This extension offers an opportunity for you (a multi-, trans-, or single-disciplinary professional/urban innovator), to become an integral part of this event hosting academic presentations, workshops, experiments, excursions, and the AMS learning track!

Submit your abstract, workshop or special session here 👉 https://reinventingthecity24.dryfta.com/call-for-abstracts

And that's not all... We are delighted to announce our first confirmed keynote speaker, Carlo Ratti. As a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the director of MIT Senseable City Lab, Mr. Ratti is a renowned architect, inventor, engineer, educator, and urban activist. He will be sharing his insights into 'Amazing discoveries in cities'. 🏗️🏙️

The AMS Conference will unfold over three enlightening days:
🗓 Day 1: 'The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly'
We will delve into the various facets of urban development and innovation. "The good" will celebrate success stories, "the bad" will address challenges, and "the ugly" will unveil the less attractive urban aspects.

🗓 Day 2: 'Amazing Discoveries'
This day will bring forth pioneering research and innovations in urban renewal and sustainability, focusing on areas such as mobility, circularity, energy transition, climate resilience, and smart data.

🗓 Day 3: 'WE are the City'
This theme underscores the pivotal role of people living and working in cities in urban renewal. It highlights community engagement, citizen participation, and the significance of partnerships in creating livable and inclusive cities.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to be a part of the AMS Conference 2024 and contribute to the future of sustainable, dynamic cities.

For more details about the submissions and to submit your abstract, workshop and/or special session, visit our conference website 👉 https://reinventingthecity.com/
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This event is proudly hosted by AMS Institute, in collaboration with the Gemeente Amsterdam.

12/07/2023

📣 SAVE THE DATE! Join us at the second AMS Scientific Conference on April 23-25, 2024.

Discover how cities can become inclusive, resilient, and sustainable as we explore "Reinventing the City – Blueprints for messy cities?".

Event Details
Date: April 23-25, 2024
Location: Amsterdam

Dive into multidisciplinary insights, actionable steps for sustainable urban transformation, and connect with individuals at the forefront of science and practical applications in urban environments. We especially invite researchers under the age of 35 to join us as Urban Rebels—challenging the status quo, bringing innovative ideas, and taking bold actions. ✨

More information?
Keep an eye on our conference website: https://lnkd.in/eSdkK2RV, or watch the after movie of the first edition of the 'Reinventing the City' conference to discover what awaits: https://lnkd.in/eMnwxfkB
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This event is organized in collaboration with Gemeente Amsterdam.

This is "Aftermovie Scientific Conference 2022 with subtitles" by AMS Institute on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

30/03/2023

Attention all students, entrepreneurs, and researchers! Are you looking for a program that can help give your innovative idea the boost it needs to turn it into a startup? Look no further than the AMS Startup Booster! 🚀

You can apply for batch #5 until April 9th: https://lnkd.in/ebe2Vs8v

Just like the leaf needs water, sunlight, and nutrients to grow, your startup needs the right resources to thrive. Our program offers access to , opportunities, and to help take your business to the next level.

Still not convinced? Take a look at the success story of The Leaf, a startup that participated in our program and saw incredible growth. They are now creating their first pergola's! 🌿

So what are you waiting for? Apply now to the AMS Startup Booster and let us help you turn your startup into the success story of tomorrow.

What we offer:
✔️ 20+ masterclasses on entrepreneurship theories and tools
✔️ Support to design & develop your business model
✔️ Coaching from professors & industry experts
✔️ Office space & makerspace to develop your product or service
✔️ Access to 10000€ in-kind services to start building your product and test it out in our innovation district Marineterrein Amsterdam Living Lab
✔️All free of charge

Get inspired by The Leaf's story 👉 https://lnkd.in/egfrxB5Z

At AMS Institute we design solutions for urban challenges, and educate tomorrow’s engineers. We develop a deep understanding of the city and research & valorize interdisciplinary metropolitan solutions to integrate these into the city of Amsterdam.

02/03/2023

🚙 Geofencing technology is transforming future mobility management in cities. In the Smart Urban Mobility Blog #4, our colleagues Marco Rinaldi, Tom Kuipers and Petar Koljensic are explaining how!

By exchanging position information through GPS, vehicles can be made aware of these virtual borders and the consequences of crossing them, making it a powerful tool for defining ad-hoc policies that respond to the immediate needs of the city. 🔝

Interested to learn more? Read all about it here 📲 https://lnkd.in/emjpJZgD

At AMS Institute we design solutions for urban challenges, and educate tomorrow’s engineers. We develop a deep understanding of the city and research & valorize interdisciplinary metropolitan solutions to integrate these into the city of Amsterdam.

17/02/2023

What a day! 💥 Yesterday, at the Responsible Sensing Lab anniversary event, we explored the concept of responsible sensing and discussed strategies for designing more equitable, inclusive, and responsible digital cities. 🏙️🌇

We had some amazing speakers and guests, including Ger Baron, Prof.dr.ir. Peter-Paul Verbeek, Lab Thijs Turel, and Sam Smits.🎙They shared their insights and experiences about the current state of smart cities and what we can do to make them more democratic and responsible.

We also had some fantastic research sessions that explored the challenge of citizen inclusion in living labs and the exciting world of Contestable AI. 📊

Thanks to everyone who joined us for this incredible event! Stay tuned for more updates on how we can build a brighter, more responsible digital future. 🌟

17/02/2023

Did you know that 80.000 bikes get stolen yearly, just in ? 🚲 This outcome made our researchers curious... Where do these bikes go? How do they move? 🤔

That's when they came up with the idea to place 100 locked GPS-traceable in Amsterdam to uncover where stolen bikes end up and how they move.

“Amsterdam's narrow streets and nearly impeccable cycling infrastructure create its world-famous cycling culture. However, the abundance of bicycles makes stealing bikes a lucrative sport. Our goal is to uncover where stolen bikes end up.” – says Titus Venverloo, Research Fellow at AMS Institute and MIT Senseable City Lab

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Want to read more about the study, please visit: https://lnkd.in/en-xrTVc

The results of this study are available on the Bike Tra|ffi|cking interactive website: https://lnkd.in/eU8YQ3gU

At AMS Institute we design solutions for urban challenges, and educate tomorrow’s engineers. We develop a deep understanding of the city and research & valorize interdisciplinary metropolitan solutions to integrate these into the city of Amsterdam.

10/02/2023

And that's a wrap!💥 Yesterday, the stars of the Startup Booster program took center stage at the Cultureclub to showcase their game-changing business ideas to a panel of five expert judges. Congratulations to Syllogic, Energon, Lettus Design, Cyrcle, BUX, and AI Institute on a truly outstanding performance! We can't wait to see the future unfold for you, it's sure to be filled with innovation and excitement. ✨🚀

27/01/2023

student Jaap is graduating at AMS Institute with a mini museum, my I.D., which shows the nature and at the . Today is the last chance to see the exhibit in the yellow container, so make sure to swing by!