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The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is a Dutch-speaking public research university located in Brussels, Belgium. It is the Flemish counterpart to the French-speaking Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and focuses on science, engineering, medicine, social sciences, and humanities.

The VUB traces its roots to the historic Université libre de Bruxelles, founded in 1834 by liberal thinkers who advocated academic freedom. In the late 1960s, linguistic and political tensions led to the separation of the Dutch-speaking and French-speaking components; the Dutch-speaking section became an independent university in 1969, known as the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. It is funded by the Flemish Community.

The VUB's main campus is located in Brussels, with facilities spread across the city, notably in the Etterbeek area. The university is organized into several faculties and research institutes spanning the natural and applied sciences, engineering, medicine and health sciences, social sciences, law, economics, and the humanities. It emphasizes research-driven teaching and international collaboration.

The VUB offers bachelor's, master’s, and doctoral programs, including a number of English-taught master’s programs to attract international students. The university maintains partnerships with other European and global institutions and supports a range of research centers in areas such as life sciences, information technology, and sustainable development.

The institution is known for its focus on academic freedom, critical inquiry, and social engagement, aiming to contribute to knowledge-based solutions for society while fostering an international campus community.