Future Dikes builds experimental dikes on Radboud campus
The research programme Future Dikes is researching how species-rich grass revetment can contribute to the erosion durability of a dike. A new research facility has been constructed at the campus to make experiments with grass revetment possible.
Schools, researchers and companies join forces in the National Education Lab AI to work on intelligent technology in education
Artificial Intelligence is playing a growing role in Dutch economy and society, and by extension also in education. This has led to the creation of the National Education Lab AI, opening its doors on October 6.
‘It's time to address inequality in a better way: by the numbers’
Women are stuck, and the only way ahead is with more data and experimentation, argues Natascha Wagner, professor of Development Economics, in her inaugural lecture at Radboud University on October 6.
Henk Naves appointed member of the Supervisory Board
Henk Naves has been appointed member of the Radboud University Supervisory Board. He is responsible for overseeing the Legal Affairs and Governance portfolio.
Physician Parweez Koehestanie alumnus of the year
Physician and gastrointestinal, liver, and bowel specialist Parweez Koehestanie may call himself alumnus of the year! At the gala on Friday 30 September, Parweez was honoured in the full spotlight as the winner of the Alumni Award.
Diversity and inclusion at the University: 'A positive change has been set in motion'
Radboud University has a long history as an emancipation university, and it also happens to specialise in the field of gender and diversity. This comes in handy now that steps have to be taken to make the campus inclusive and safe for everyone.
‘A good death’ in the daily press
Newspaper articles provide an insight into what we consider a ‘good’ or ‘dignified’ death. According to research, the articles have revealed that, in the case of the elderly, a good death is primarily associated with a self-chosen end of life.
Cybersecurity Act gives AIVD and MIVD more scope to act, increases supervision
The Dutch House of Representatives is debating the ‘Cybersecurity Act’ soon. This law will give the General Intelligence and Security Service (AIVD) and Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) opportunities for tapping internet traffic.
Doctor and patient in consultation: who interrupts whom (and is that bad)?
Interruptions in a patient’s consultation with a GP are often considered as pushy actions of (male) doctors that hinder patients. Linguist Ilona Plug discovered that interruptions can actually benefit the course of the consultation.
Join us at the Dies Natalis
On Thursday 20 October 2022, Radboud University will be celebrating its 99th anniversary with an academic ceremony, which will be held in the University Auditorium, and a Eucharist, which will be held in the University Chaplaincy.
A new vision on Recognition and Rewards
The Recognition & Rewards Committee proudly presents the vision of Radboud University on Recognition & Rewards
Lifeport Welcome Center officially opens its doors to international knowledge workers and students
International knowledge workers and students, as well as their employers and knowledge institutions, now have a one-stop shop on the Radboud University campus for any matters related to making their stay in the region more pleasant.
Astronomers detect hot gas bubble swirling around the Milky Way’s supermassive black hole
Astronomers have spotted signs of a ‘hot spot’ orbiting Sagittarius A*, the black hole at the centre of our galaxy. The finding helps us better understand the enigmatic and dynamic environment of our supermassive black hole.
“The law is not ready to tackle digital discrimination”
Algorithms are responsible for more and more online discrimination and differentation, and the law currently provides insufficient protection against this. So argues Frederik Zuiderveen Borgesius, professor of ICT and law at Radboud University.
Google Maps for 14th to 17th century trade routes
If you would like to know how long it took to get from Eindhoven to Deventer around 600 years ago, the updated version of Viabundus - which is like a variation of Google Maps for the 1350-1650 period - can be used.
How do you tackle discrimination and harassment? Learn it through this module
Radboud University is committed to a safe, inclusive and equitable academic community. There is no room for discrimination and harassment at our university. The module Tackling Harassment will help you learn how to act in those situations.
Test the new Radboud University website!
Are you available for an hour in the week of 10 October? Then you can earn a gift voucher of €15 by testing our new website!
ERC Starting Grant for research on noise in cellular decisions
Maike Hansen, researcher of biophysical chemistry at Radboud University, will receive a Starting Grant of the European Research Council (ERC). Hansen will use this grant to study how cells make decisions about their functional roles.
Inaugural lecture: give loved ones a central role in the treatment of traumatised patients
Victims of traumatic experiences benefit from the support of their loved ones and the broader community, according to Professor of Psychotraumatology in a Developmental Perspective, Elisa van Ee, inaugural lecture on Wednesday 21 September.
Radboud honorary doctorate for Katalin Karikó
Katalin Karikó, a biochemical researcher and Senior Vice-President of BioNTech, is set to receive an honorary doctorate from Radboud University during the celebration of the university’s 99th Dies Natalis, or anniversary, on 20 October 2022.
