Corona plan Radboud University
In order to be well prepared for a sudden resurgence of the coronavirus, Radboud University has developed a corona plan. Read more about the corona plan.
Children's educational attainment harmed by adverse events
Children of higher-educated parents are also more severely impacted by adverse events such as divorce or child abuse. This is the conclusion of the PhD research of Carlijn Bussemakers, who is defending her PhD thesis at Radboud University.
WWF report: Climate action also needed to reverse biodiversity losses
The new Living Planet Report 2022 of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) reveals that populations of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish have declined by an average of 69% since 1970.
Emergency accommodation for asylum seekers on terrain Radboud University
Starting in the final weeks of October until at least the end of 2022 the municipality of Nijmegen will accommodate 200 to 250 asylum seekers in a former riding school in Brakkenstein on the terrain of Radboud University.
Combatting decline in reading: 'Check BookTok on a regular basis.'
According to literary scholar Jeroen Dera, students can also dramatically improve their language skills, as well as their critical thinking, by reading more. 'Reading skills are one of the greatest predictors of social success.'
Mobility campaign campus Arnhem and Nijmegen region launched
It is important to keep the campus accessible, and preferably in a sustainable and comfortable way. That is why the new mobility campaign starts on 10 October 2022.
Thermostat stays at 19 degrees
Since April onward at Radboud University, the thermostat has gradually gone down to 19 degrees. A review found that there are sufficient reasons to keep it that way for the time being.
Discover Radboud University's continuing education courses
During the Lifelong Development Week from 17 to 21 October you will discover Radboud University's continuing education courses through our free webinars. Discover the program and register!
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.
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.
Klaas Landsman becomes member of the National Institute for Scientific Integrity (LOWI)
Klaas Landsman, professor of Mathematical Physics at Radboud University, has been appointed as a member of the advisory committee of the National Institution for Scientific Integrity (in Dutch: Landelijk Orgaan Wetenschappelijke Integriteit, LOWI).
Radboud University Medal for Mirjam Ernestus and René Hagels
This year, the Radboud University Medal will be awarded to Mirjam Ernestus and René Hagels. They will be presented with the medal during the 99th Dies Natalis, which will take place on 20 October 2022.
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.
‘It’s pretty exhilarating to do a bit of brainstorming while you’re walking through the woods’
Anouk Scheres, who is Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology at Radboud University, has worked in several different ways at different stages of her life. It’s great to know that you can decide where and how you want to do your job.”
