Seven winners of University Study Prize 2024: waste algorithms, conspiracy theories and more
Seven present or former Radboud University students are the proud winners of the 2024 University Study Prize. They are awarded this prize for writing a thesis of exceptional quality during the past academic year.
NWO Veni grants for research into privacy in criminal law, mining and malaria
The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has awarded a Veni grant to fifteen young researchers at Radboud University and Radboudumc. With this grant of up to 320.000 euro they can further elaborate their own ideas during a period of three years.
Adjusted opening hours Law faculty during the summer period
Different opening hours apply during the summer period. Keep a close eye on these times so that you do not find yourself standing in front of a closed door!
Arnoud Pijls appointed professor of European and Comparative Financial Law
Arnoud Pijls has been appointed professor of European and Comparative Financial Law at the Radboud University Faculty of Law with effect from 15 July 2024.
Consider embedding platform work in the job market
Platform work, such as driving for Uber, is booming. According to labour law researcher Jorn Kloostra, not enough attention has been paid to how platform work should be given a sustainable place in the Dutch job market.
Human rights under pressure, but still effective
Human rights and the rule of law have been under pressure in recent years. Reason for concern? Yes. Reason for pessimism? No. That is what Professor of Human Rights Law Jasper Krommendijk argued in his inaugural lecture on 19 June 2024.
"It is essential that the human dimension returns to the arena of tax law”
A scientific definition for ´the human dimension´ is lacking. This has led to shortcomings in the judicial sphere, according to Gerard Meussen. The Professor of Tax Law will hold his valedictory lecture on 20 June.
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Changed opening hours for Grotius building
The Grotius building will remain closed at weekends for the time being. If you would like to study on campus during the weekend, you can visit the central university library.
Police have become further removed from people
The Dutch police is aiming to know what goes on in the neighbourhoods and be in contact with the public. And yet, the police is becoming further and further removed from people, concludes researcher Ivo van Duijneveldt in his PhD thesis.
European Elections. What is at Stake? | Current Affairs Lecture by scholar of law Jasper Krommendijk and political scientist Anna van der Vleuten
Big choices are at stake at the European elections: will voters go for a more united Europe, or wil they be more divided than ever?
Interview Petra Bárd: European law as a calling
Professor of Sustainable Rule of Law Petra Bard focuses on the European Union’s enforcement of the rule of law in the member states. “It is a privilege to be able to do research in peace.”
Free, fair elections require constant maintenance
Elections are at the heart of our democracy. But keeping those elections free and fair requires constant work, warns Leon Trapman. Although Dutch electoral law is well regulated, there is still room for improvement.
Royal decoration for Professor of Sociology of Law Ashley Terlouw
On Friday 26 April, Professor of Sociology of Law Ashley Terlouw was decorated for her exceptional academic and social achievements.
Radboud researchers contribute to YouTube award for Ben & Jerry's campaign
In a short video, the ice cream brand calls attention to the challenges asylum seekers face in the Dutch labour market. The basis for the campaign came from research by Tesseltje de Lange and Ricky van Oers.
New book dives into history of Dutch secret service
In this new Dutch book, Rowin Jansen, Bart Jacobs and other experts delve into history to reflect on the state of intelligence and security services today.
Teacher autonomy still in its early stages
Job Buiting examined how this autonomy of teachers is safeguarded by law, and whether it should be strengthened. He will defend his doctorate at Radboud University’s Faculty of Law on 16 April.
Zonmw grants for research into pelvic floor trauma, malaria and embryo's
Several projects involving researchers from Radboud University are receiving ZonMw grants. With these grants the scientists can do their research for the coming years.
Christine Mohrmann Stipend for ten female PhD candidates
Ten female PhD candidates from Radboud University received a Christine Mohrmann Stipend on Tuesday 26 March. The aim of the stipend is to encourage PhD candidates to continue their academic careers after the completion of their thesis.
Tijn Kortmann appointed Professor of Government Liability Law
On 1 March, Tijn Kortmann was appointed Professor of Government Liability Law at Radboud University’s Faculty of Law.
Vicedecanate Vincent van Hoof extended for two years
Vincent van Hoof is entering a second term as vice dean of education. He will remain on the faculty board in that capacity for another two years.
