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New spin-off company to develop viral gene transfer of transfer RNA as a therapeutic approach
Following research conducted by Erik Storkebaum and his lab, a new spin-off company named XTRNA Bio B.V. was recently established, with the goal to develop viral gene transfer of transfer RNA as a therapeutic approach.
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Three Vici Grants awarded for advancements in brain research, and language technologies
Three scientists from the Donders Institute have been awarded Vici research grants by the Dutch Research Organisation (NWO). Floris de Lange, Marius Peelen, and Marc Dingemanse will use these grants for research within their respective domains.
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Vici grant for Mark Dingemanse (CLS) for research on the futures of language
Mark Dingemanse, linguist at the Centre for Language Studies, receives a €1.5 million Vici research grant from NWO that will allow him to set up a new line of research to investigate the relationship between language and technology.
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Funding for early detection of stress signals
The DESTRESS project, funded by NWO within the framework of the Dutch National Science Agenda. This eight-year project aims to develop a new approach for timely detection of stress and strengthening of individual and organizational resilience.
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From maps to memories: ERC Consolidator grant for study CreateKnow
Lisa Genzel was awarded an ERC Consolidator grant of two million Euro to unravel how knowledge is encoded in the brain.
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Uncovering new insights into childhood brain development
A Wellcome Discovery Award funds a new groundbreaking study characterising the development of the brain during childhood and adolescence in unprecedented detail
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Donders PhD Graduates awarded Rubicon grants for Alzheimer's research
Two PhD graduates from the Donders Graduate School, Jeroen Uleman and Mandy Meijer, have secured Rubicon grants from NWO and ZonMw. These grants will enable them to conduct research at foreign institutes.
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Donders Medal awarded to Tildie Stijns during retirement celebration
In recognition of her exceptional contributions to the Donders Institute, Tildie Stijns was honored with the prestigious Donders Medal during her retirement event.
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Lisa Genzel elected Chair of the FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence
Lisa Genzel is -for a 3 year term- elected Chair of the FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence, a dynamic and prestigious network of 30 outstanding early to mid-career European neuroscientists.
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Lisa Genzel on the board of EARA (European Animal Research Association)
Lisa Genzel was nominated and elected to be on the board of EARA (European Animal Research Association).
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Open Science project for Free Cognitive Testing Stimuli
Researchers from the Donders Institute, including Rogier Kievit, Nicholas Judd, and Jordy van Langen, have received funding from the NWO Science grant for their initiative titled 'Open Matrices: A global, free resource for testing cognitive ability.'
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Unveiling the positive aspects of ADHD: Vidi grant for Martine Hoogman
ADHD, often viewed through a lens of challenges and difficulties, is receiving a fresh perspective through the research of Dr. Martine Hoogman. Awarded a prestigious VIDI grant from NWO for her work before last summer.
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Unlocking the power of exercise for mental health care: Vidi grant for Janna Vrijsen
Dr. Janna Vrijsen has been awarded a VIDI grant from NWO for her research that delves into the intricate relationship between physical activity, our memory and mood, and the treatment of depression.
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ERC Consolidator Grant for research on cancer treatment, knowledge networks
Two Radboud University researchers are set to receive a Consolidator Grant from the European Research Council (ERC).
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Better mapping of offenders' characteristics through statistics
Inti Brazil is one of four Donders Institute researchers awarded a Vidi grant from the NWO in June. His study focuses on people with antisocial behaviour who are in special institutions.
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Sound localization with accuracy of a few millimetres: Hybrid Vocalization Localizer
Social interaction is commonplace in a vast number of species, forming the basis for mating and selection. Vocal communication is often an important part in social interaction. In rodents, the most common laboratory animal in neuroscience.
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Letterprins nominated for two Digital Impact Awards
Letterprins, a pioneering reading game that gets children reading mileage through play, has received two honourable nominations at the Digital Impact Awards. The nominations are an important recognition of Letterprins' impact.
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Vidi funding for Luke Miller: Exoskeletal fingers that feel like your own
Luke Miller is one of the four Donders Institute scientists that were awarded 5-year Vidi funding from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO). His research is about the ability of people to use tools and how the brain adapts.
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Lisa Genzel joins the FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence
Lisa Genzel is joining the FENS-Kavli Network of Excellence, a dynamic and prestigious network of 30 outstanding early to mid-career European neuroscientists. The network was established in 2014 through a collaboration.
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Silver Radboud University Medal for Peter Hagoort
Peter Hagoort will be awarded the silver Radboud University Medal. One of the founders of the Donders Institute will be presented the medal during the Opening of the Academic Year. The Jury appreciates Peter Hagoort as a exceptional scientist.