Jan Dankaert

Jan Dankaert, the Rector at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, discusses the university's groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting U.S. scientists feeling threatened by the recent political climate. He highlights the 'Choose Europe' program, which offers funding and resources for researchers relocating to Brussels. Dankaert dives into the broader implications for global academic collaboration and the potential migration of intellectual talent to Europe. The conversation also touches on concerns regarding scientific censorship and the evolving landscape for international students.