Meet the team
2025 - 2026
Meet the team
2025 - 2026
Ignite Innovation
Propel Sustainability
MISSION of RISE
To engage STEM students in the challenges of space sustainability.
World’s first landing of a biofuel-powered rocket.
One common goal:
Land the first rocket vehicle with green propulsion.
King of the Netherlands, Willem-Alexander der Nederlanden
President of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Mirjam van Praag (2023)
“It is impressive to see what promising innovations the RISE team has already developed.”
Who are we?
The RISE student team is a hybrid team welcoming all types of bachelor and master students from the University of Twente, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Saxion University of Applied Sciences.
With a team of over 40 students, we contribute to the future of sustainable space exploration.
Rise consists of multiple Technical and Managerial sub-teams where STEM students have the opportunity to engage in rocketry multi-disciplinary projects.
Stay UPDated!
Upcoming Rocket Reveal
MAY 2026
Our rocket will be finished and ready to be revealed on May 2026.
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