Harry Dolstra appointed professor of Translational Immunohematology
Harry Dolstra has been appointed professor of Translational Immunohematology at Radboud university medical center and Radboud University. His research focuses on cellular immunotherapy, an innovative treatment for hematological cancers.
The role of Papuan children in the Dutch colonising mission in West Papua
Why did children feature so frequently in the photos of Catholic missionaries who worked in West Papua at the beginning of the twentieth century? This is something that historian Marleen Reichgelt asked herself. “The children were much more than just the targets of civilisation.” Reichgelt will defend her PhD thesis on 20 June at Radboud University.
'Healthcare for the elderly needs more than small changes'
How do we treat the elderly? How can we provide the care that they need and deserve despite an increasing shortage of personnel and budget cuts? Researchers from Radboud University brought together various organisations.
Recap of celebrating Radboud 100 years
Between 8 and 14 May, we organised several activities to celebrate Radboud University's 100th anniversary this year. Time for a recap!
Sofie Cools appointed as Professor Sustainable Company Law
Sofie Cools has been appointed as full professor in Sustainable Company Law at the Faculty of Law.
Alonzo Church Award for Robbert Krebbers
Robbert Krebbers, associate professor of Software Science, will receive the Alonzo Church Award 2023. The prize is awarded annually to researchers who have made influential contributions to logic in computer science over the past 25 years.
Will you walk the 4Daagse? Get sponsored for Radboud100
Will you walk the 4Daagse? Get sponsored for Radboud100 and contribute to education for refugees or research into flowery dykes. Not participating yourself? You can sponsor a colleague or student.
Breakthrough: scientists develop artificial molecules that behave like real ones
Scientists from the Radboud University have developed artificial molecules that resemble real organic molecules. A collaboration of researchers simulated the behaviour of real molecules by using artificial molecules.
Wild mammals moved farther during severe COVID-19 lockdowns
Human behaviour changed dramatically during lockdowns in the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in behavioural changes of land mammals. This is according to a study by Marlee Tucker, ecologist at Radboud University.
Effect of nitrogen deposition on animal species stronger than expected
A group of researchers from several Dutch and Belgian universities and research institutes show that nitrogen deposition alters the ratio of nutrients in plants, which in turn may lead to a reduced performance in many animal species.
Geert Litjens appointed professor Al for analysis of medical imaging in pathology and radiology
Geert Litjens has been appointed professor of Al for analysis of medical imaging in pathology and radiology at Radboud university medical center. Litjens develops self-learning computer systems, which can analyze available diagnostics of a patient.
Jeroen Boogaarts is appointed professor of Open and Endovascular Neurosurgery
Jeroen Boogaarts has been appointed professor of open and endovascular neurosurgery at Radboud university medical center/Radboud University. His research focuses on different treatments of a specific type of brain hemorrhage, aneurysm. On Friday, June 2, he will deliver his oration at Radboud University.
‘Natuurgluren’ (nature peeking) reveals hidden nature on campus
As part of the 'Natuurgluren' project, several wildlife cameras have been hung on campus, collecting images of nature.
2022 Annual Report: Opportunities after Covid-19
The 2022 Annual Report, available in Dutch and English, offers space for personal recaps and reflection.
Eventually everything will evaporate, not only black holes
New research by Michael Wondrak, Walter van Suijlekom and Heino Falcke of Radboud University has shown that Stephen Hawking was not completely right about black holes. All large objects in the universe will eventually evaporate.
Radboud University performs slightly better in Sustainable Development Goals ranking
In the THE Impact Ranking 2023, Radboud University remained in roughly the same place as in 2022. However, the overall score is higher and we have also risen relatively in the ranking in which more and more universities participate.
"Without pracademics we won’t be able to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals!”
Willem Elbers, deputy programme director at AMID, doesn’t beat around the bush: “I really want to make the world a better place. I developed that drive at a young age. Because it’s absolutely essential. And because it gives my life meaning. So it’s fantastic that I’m now a pracademic, fostering collaboration all over the world. Wherever I work, I try to build bridges between academic insights and the real-life issues we encounter in practice.”
Which alumnus inspires you?
Nominate an alumnus of Radboud University for the Alumni Award 2023. An alumnus who has achieved something special in their own field, brings progress, is of social significance and dares to go off the beaten track.
Marijke Pe resigns as Secretary of the University
Marijke Pe will resign as Secretary of the University and Supervisory Board as well as Director of the Radboud University Administration Office as of 1 September. She has been appointed Acting Registrar of the Provincial Council of South Holland.
Algorithms for better cochlear implants receive NWO grant
The board of NWO's Applied and Technical Sciences domain awarded funding to a project by John van Opstal of Radboud University. Within the OtoControl 2.0 project, algorithms are being developed to produce better cochlear implants.
