Methane emissions from canals underestimated
Researchers have so far underestimated methane emissions from canals in five major Dutch cities. That is the conclusion of microbiologist Koen Pelsma, who will defend his PhD thesis on this topic at Radboud University on 13 December.
Percentage of female professors slightly increased in 2022
The percentage of women professors at Radboud University is 31.4 percent, according to the Women Professors Monitor 2023. This is above the national average of 27.6 percent.
Debby Beckers appointed as professor of Flexibility in Work
From 1 November 2023, Debby Beckers has been appointed professor of Flexibility in Work at the Faculty of Social Sciences of Radboud University.
Pivotal moment for humanity as tipping point threats and opportunities accelerate
The world has reached a pivotal moment as threats from Earth system tipping points – and progress towards positive tipping points – accelerate, a new report shows.
'Our culture is marked by a distortion of all relationships'
On the occasion of the establishment of the Laudato Si' Institute for Integral Ecology at Radboud University on 1 December, the importance of dialogue was emphasised.
Saskia Lavrijssen new Dean of Nijmegen School of Management
On 1 March 2024, Saskia Lavrijssen will be appointed as the new Dean of the Nijmegen School of Management. She succeeds Interim Dean Michiel Kompier.
Harm Kaal appointed professor of Applied history
Harm Kaal has been appointed professor of Applied history at Radboud University's Faculty of Arts from 1 December.
More frequently logging in with Multi-Factor Authentication: this is how you do it
Nowadays, signing in with just a username and password is too vulnerable.
Phishing - don't get seduced
During the winter months, there is a spike in phishing activity. Through emails, apps or SMS, criminals try to trap you. Don't be a happy clicker and see what you can do.
Marc Vervloet appointed Professor of Nephrology
Nephrologist Marc Vervloet has been appointed as professor of Nephrology at Radboud university medical center / Radboud University. His research focuses on the consequences of chronic kidney disease, such as increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Shortened Dentistry study programme: Ministers ignore negative advice
Universities with a programme in dentistry should reduce this programme from six to five years. This is despite a negative advice from a committee, from the professional association of dentists (KNMT) and the joint universities.
Observations of planetary cradles find water and conditions for forming Earth-like planets even in harsh environments
Planets like our Earth, including planets with water, could form even in the harshest known star-forming environments, drenched by hard UV light from massive stars.
The power of the frown: how eyebrows can help us understand each other
Facial expressions are extremely important in understanding what the other person is saying, according to PhD research by Naomi Nota. Frowning in particular turns out to play a major role.
The observation of multiple ringdown modes in a binary black hole merger
An international team of researchers including Prof. Badri Krishnan at Radboud University has verified an important property of black holes known as the no-hair theorem using gravitational wave observations.
Keuzegids 2024: Radboud second general university for third year in a row
Radboud University is, for the third year in a row, the second best general university in the Netherlands according to the Keuzegids Universiteiten.
Thieves active on campus
This week, equipment has been stolen from lecture halls four times. To prevent more theft, extra surveillance has been deployed and rooms will be closed more often. If you are see something suspicious, there are several things you can do.
Wyke Stommel appointed professor of Language and interaction in Digital Contexts
From 1 December 2023, Wyke Stommel will be appointed Professor of Language and Interaction in Digital Contexts at the Radboud University Faculty of Arts.
Will you also take action for 3FM Serious Request?
The Glass House of 3FM Serious Request will stand on Nijmegen's Grote Markt from 18 to 24 December 2023. Radboud University and wholeheartedly support this initiative. Here you can read how to set up an action.
Ritu Kapur appointed as Professor by special appointment of Digital Biomarkers of Neurological Diseases
Ritu Kapur has been appointed as a professor of Digital Biomarkers of Neurological Diseases at Radboud university medical center. Kapur is developing wearable sensors, such as those found in a smartwatch, to better understand neurological disorders.
Choosing each other - Column Daniël Wigboldus
In this column, Daniël Wigboldus reflects on the importance of diversity for Radboud University, the Netherlands, Europe and the world.
