Can we really relate to robots, care for them, or even love them? And could they love us back?

Can we write a new story for our world? One where we live in harmony with nature, treat each other equitably and use our knowledge and technology democratically? Studium Generale TU Delft presents the For Love of the World festival.

We weten allemaal dat vliegtuigen CO2 uitstoten. Toch zullen we er voor moeten zorgen dat ook vliegtuigen CO2-neutraal worden. Deze keer zullen we in de Van Leeuwenhoeklezing gaan onderzoeken hoe we dit probleem kunnen oplossen.

Students, staff, alumni and Delftenaren! If you’re a creative soul, submit your work to Hesiodos for an exhibition at SG’s upcoming festival.

Do you ever create imaginary worlds? In this fun, interactive workshop, we will practice our worldbuilding skills.

Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the climate crisis? At the climate café we will share and discuss our feelings over some snacks and a cup of coffee or tea, and learn how to cope with our emotions and channel them into something meaningful.

If you were drafted for a (possible) war with Russia, would you fight or would you run? Join us for a little chat about increasing calls for more weapons, munitions, and soldiers in Europe.

Revolt, protests, occupations, and a fake kidnapping. This 20 minute seminar is jam-packed with activist history at TU Delft.

How do the media portray the war in Gaza? What is the new ‘reality’ that is emerging from these narratives? Join us for an open discussion about what’s happening in and around the conflict.

If future entities look back on this time, will they think that this is why we’re here: to build the infrastructure of a planetary brain? Join us for a little chat about the internet and planetary evolution.

Upcoming films of the new, free, and open VOX Film Club include Cinema Paradiso and Hannah & Her Sisters. Small viewings for the true film buff!

What is the international community doing about the war in Gaza? Find out about the judicial efforts and their impact. 

How does the obsession with looks impact individuality? And how can TUD students and professionals help reflect on how it influences the development of technology?

How often do you catch yourself knocking on wood, calling out a jinx, or warding off the evil eye? Let’s chat about superstition and how it still plays a major role in our ultra-rational scientific age.

Are humans too selfish to prevent ecological collapse? Join us for a little chat about human nature, (bio)politics, and the consequences of posthumanism.