There are certainly non-religious Moroccans (they just don't stand out as much)
Anthropologist Lena Richter sheds light on how young atheists in Morocco and Europe use subtle forms of activism to normalise their non-religious identity. Richter will be defending her PhD thesis on this topic at Radboud University on 8 May.
Radboudians receive Royal Distinctions
On the occasion of King's Day this year, seven employees of Radboud University and Radboud university medical center will receive a royal distinction for their exceptional academic and/or social achievements.
Renewed efforts needed to reach international biodiversity goals
Renewed efforts are needed to meet international biodiversity goals, according to an international study involving scientists from Radboud University, published in Science.
Workgroup folders unavailable from 8 to 13 May
From Wednesday 8 May at 5 pm until Monday 13 May 8 am, you will not be able to use the workgroup folders. So please note that, during this weekend, you will not be able to access documents and research data stored in a workgroup folder.
Radboud University and Maastricht University fund research into crop biotechnology and engineering
Over the next four years, four young researchers can start research into crop biotechnology and engineering, thanks to the collaboration between Radboud and Maastricht University. The researchers will work at the Brightlands Campus Greenport, Venlo.
University puts its brain research in the spotlight
At the end of this month, the university will be shining the spotlight on its brain research with the Healthy Brain symposium ‘The Future of the Mind’.
What height says about the development of our prosperity and health
Malnutrition, disease and hard labour can inhibit people's growth. Historian Björn Quanjer studied how the height of Dutch men between 1850 and 1950 was influenced by the households in which they grew up.
Suriname death records reveal fate of Hindustani indentured labourers after slavery
An important step in making Surinamese history visible after slavery will be taken on 17 April 2024. Death certificates from 1846-1915 make visible the history of Hindustani indentured labourers, which was previously often missing from archives.
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.
Report to strengthen support structure for social safety
Radboud University has expressed its ambition to see a significant improvement in social safety by the end of 2025. The report 'Social safety at Radboud University' helps students and staff to know where they stand.
ERC Advanced Grant for research into pollution, molecular collisions
Researchers Bas van de Meerakker and Jan Hendriks have both been awarded an Advanced Grant from the European Research Council (ERC) to extend their research.
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.
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Eye gaze and facial expression of robots are essential for interaction with humans
Robotics researcher Chinmaya Mishra looked at the importance of gaze direction and human emotions in our communication with robots and developed two systems to make robots' faces work in our favour.
Radboud walks: skip your regular walking tour and discover the many routes around the green campus
A new digital walking map of the campus was launched on 4 April with a new special walk. The idea is to showcase biodiversity and promote vitality. “We are trying to lure everyone out of the buildings.”
Ingrid van der Geest appointed Professor of Orthopedics
Orthopedic surgeon Ingrid van der Geest has been appointed Professor of Orthopedics, particularly Orthopedic Oncology at Radboud university medical center / Radboud University.
Radboud Science Snacks: a podcast for snacking science
In the new podcast Radboud Science Snacks (language: Dutch), scientists from Radboud University explain a small part of their field in the time it takes to empty a bowl of popcorn.
Five years of OnePlanet: innovations from Gelderland with global impact
Five years ago, OnePlanet was launched, an innovation centre in which imec, Wageningen University & Research (WUR), Radboud University and Radboudumc work together. Want to know more? Take a look at the executive report 2019-2024.
Pop-up food store Regio Oogst at The Refter
From 1 April to 7 June, you can shop at Craft's counter in The Refter every weekday between 12:00 and 14:00 in Regio Oost's pop-up supermarket, full of the tastiest local produce.
