Rare metal could offer revolutionary switch for future quantum devices
Quantum scientists have discovered a rare phenomenon that could hold the key to creating a ‘perfect switch’ in quantum devices which flips between being an insulator and superconductor.
How video games can make it easier to discuss mental health
Depression is common among young people, but this target group often does not get the help they need. Books, exercise, and other depression prevention programmes do not achieve the envisioned results for everyone, but video games might help.
Disruptions to IT systems due to maintenance on Saturday 2 December
On Saturday 2 December, large-scale maintenance will be carried out on the Radboud University network. As a result, Radboud University IT systems will be disrupted a few times on that day. This may cause you inconvenience.
In memoriam Jan Giesbers (Nijmegen, 1932 – Nijmegen, 2023)
Jan Giesbers, Rector Magnificus of the then Catholic University of Nijmegen from 1982 to 1987, passed away on 14 November. He will be remembered as an administrator who steered the University through the 1980s in an amiable yet decisive manner.
Dorine Gebbink appointed as Secretary of the University
Dorine Gebbink will start on 1 December as Secretary of the University and the Supervisory Board. She will also be leading the Administration Office. After a period as deputy, she will permanently take over from Marijke Pe on 1 December.
James Webb discovers sand clouds on “cotton candy planet” WASP-107b
An international team of astronomers, co-led by Michiel Min (SRON), has discovered a silicate-based weather system on a fluffy gas planet around the star WASP-107. It is the first time that scientists find clouds and rain made of sand.
Edwin van Meerkerk appointed Professor of Cultural Education
Edwin van Meerkerk wordt per 1 december 2023 benoemd tot hoogleraar Cultuureducatie aan de Faculteit der Letteren van de Radboud Universiteit.
Michiel Tjepkema appointed Professor of Administrative law
From 1 January 2024, Michiel Tjepkema will be appointed Professor of Administrative law at the Radboud University Faculty of Law.
Babies cry less thanks to skin-to-skin contact
It appears beneficial for mothers and babies to have one hour of skin-to-skin contact per day in the first five weeks after birth. Mothers experience less anxiety and fatigue, and breastfeed for longer. The babies cry less and may sleep longer.
Towards a strategy for social safety
A social safety action plan must be developed by the end of the year. You'll find an update and more information on the three aspects being worked on here.
Slight decrease in total student intake and an increase in Master’s students
This academic year (2023-2024), Radboud University has 24,042 students (as of 1 October), which is a modest decrease compared to last year. Read more about the numbers concerning the student population and intake, as well as internationalisation.
How a new healing art object appeared in the campus woods
1 November: Ten students and employees are gathered in the woods near the University Chaplaincy. Three circles have been cut out in the woods, ready to undergo a metamorphosis, with the planting of a special selection of bulbs and ferns.
Boys’ reading motivation continues to lag: how schools can address this problem
It is common knowledge that boys are less motivated when it comes to reading. But Radboud researchers Margriet van Hek and Gerbert Kraaykamp have discovered that both schools and parents can address the problem of reading motivation.
Read stories from employees or share your own story on the Instagram channel @workingatradbouduni
Radboud University recently launched a new Instagram account: @workingatradbouduni. Do you have an interesting workplace, a success story to share, or something you're proud of? Share your story through the Instagram account.
AiNed Fellowship Grant for research into cell films
Inge Wortel, Assistant Professor of Data Science, has been awarded an AiNed Fellowship Grant for a research project entitled ‘AI and Simulations for Decoding the Spatiotemporal Dynamics of Immune Responses’ at Radboud University in Nijmegen.
Wim Mulleners named professor by special appointment in Neurology, in particular headache and facial pain
Neurologist Wim Mulleners has been named as professor by special appointment in Neurology, in particular headache and facial pain at Radboud university medical center / Radboud University.
In search of new dreams for a sustainable campus
‘Canned dreams for the future’. Under this heading, back in 2008, Radboud University students and staff filled 12 cans with their dreams. The cans were intended as a gift for the University's centenary in 2023. This year, we are opening the cans.
Too many holiday hours left at end of year?
It appears that many employees currently have too many holiday hours over at the end of the year. You can take a maximum of 80 holiday hours (pro rata) into the new year without consultation.
Gerben Smit appointed as General Director of Radboud Services
The Executive Board has appointed Gerben Smit General Director of Radboud Services starting from 1 January 2024. He will be succeeding Gerard van Assem.
Politicians visiting the campus
As part of the Dutch general elections, the Gelderlander, in collaboration with ismus, BOW, and AKKU, will host several politicians on the Radboud university campus in the coming weeks.
