If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together,” is an African proverb that Nelson Mandela also fondly quoted. Scientific breakthroughs are often, but not exclusively, the result of teamwork. We, therefore, remain committed to team science in all its forms. Connectedness in team science is not incompatible with the independence of young researchers. At the same time, we will maintain ample space and appreciation for disciplines where more individual forms of research are the norm.

Together, we make KU Leuven

Thank you very much for the vote of confidence you have placed in me during what has already been an intense campaign. Now we are steaming ahead to the final round of voting! Because if you really want to bring a breath of fresh air to the university, you need to know exactly what is going on, what the needs are and how we can realistically address them. In short, you need to know KU Leuven inside out so that we can move forward together and leave no one behind. That’s why I am keen to continue the dialogue with you, because yes, together, we make KU Leuven.