Gemini South Captures Cosmic ‘Finch’
Using data from Gemini South and other observatories, astronomers have found a new Luminous Fast Blue Optical Transient (LFBOT), a powerful but poorly understood type of cosmic explosion.
Do you already have an ergonomic home office?
The hybrid working scheme supports employees in choosing a suitable and pleasant workplace. Therefore, employees can make use of the additional resources that Radboud University provides for this purpose.
New phishing filter for your mailbox: this is what has changed
The previous email security Proofpoint has recently been replaced by Exchange Online Protection. This new system secures your mailbox against spam and phishing emails. The switch means that certain functions in your mailbox have changed.
Statement concerning social safety at Radboud University
Recent press coverage concerning Radboud University has given rise to many understandable reactions and feelings. We feel deeply for anyone who has had this kind of negative experience. Transgressive behaviour is not tolerated at Radboud University.
Michelle van Tongerloo wins Radboud Alumni Award 2023
Michelle van Tongerloo, alumnus of the Faculty of Medical Sciences, was named winner of the Radboud Alumni Award 2023 at the Radboud Alumni Gala on 29 September.
The world visiting Radboud University
On Monday 25 September, some 60 international colleagues from over 20 different countries visited Radboud University.
RSC closed on 7 October
On Saturday 7 October, all ICT systems at Radboud University will be unavailable. Due to these maintenance works, we cannot sufficiently guarantee the quality of our offer and therefor both the sports centre and The Yard will be closed on 7 October.
September: union month - membership with discount
If you become a union member in September, the employer will pay half of your annual contribution up to a maximum of €100.
Response executive board to rector stepping back
The news of Han van Krieken's early retirement as rector touches us deeply. The developments in rapid succession evoke many feelings and thoughts in us as well.
Message from Supervisory Board following Rector's retirement
Han van Krieken today informed the Supervisory Board that he will step down as rector magnificus of Radboud University with immediate effect.
Rector magnificus stepping back early
I am hereby announcing that I have decided to step down early as rector magnificus of Radboud University in order to provide room for the new rector.
An easy way of making aquaculture more sustainable
Changing the way that carp are fed can substantially reduce the amount of ammonia they excrete compared to when they eat the same amount of food all at once. This finding is one of the outcomes of Wouter Mes’s PhD research at Radboud University.
Privacy choices smart meters will have consequences for decades
Smart meters have become commonplace in the Netherlands: the vast majority of households now have one in their fuse box. And yet, some 10 years after their introduction, there are still many questions around the security and privacy of smart meters.
Attention: ICT systems will be unavailable on 7 October due to major maintenance
On Saturday 7 October, most of Radboud University’s ICT systems will be unavailable due to major maintenance work. On that day, you will not be able to use the Wi-Fi network, the Radboud University website and Brightspace, among other services.
The unintended consequences of development cooperation
Development cooperation often results in unintended effects, besides the intended ones. Evaluation reports must also pay attention to these sorts of “side effects”, argues researcher Dirk-Jan Koch.
Mark van den Boogaard appointed professor of Nursing Science in Acute and Intensive Care
Mark van den Boogaard has been appointed professor of Nursing Science in Acute and Intensive Care at Radboud university medical center / Radboud University. He investigates long-term consequences of admission to the Intensive Care.
Nicol Voermans appointed Professor of Muscular Diseases
Nicol Voermans has been appointed Professor of Muscular Diseases at Radboud university medical center / Radboud University. Voermans is committed to a strong clinical center with extensive expertise on muscle diseases.
Radboud University signs UN declaration of intent for more inclusive education
The President of the Executive Board, Daniël Wigboldus, signed the declaration of intent for more inclusive education on behalf of Radboud University on 12 September. “This declaration of intent has given us an important mission as a university.”
Save the date: Go Abroad Week 2023
From 9 until 12 October it is once again time for the Radboud Go Abroad Week. During this week, there are information sessions on everything related to a study or work period abroad.
Marien de Jonge appointed professor of Infection and Immunity
Marien de Jonge has been appointed professor of Infection and Immunity at Radboud university medical center / Radboud University. De Jonge studies the interaction between pathogens and our immune system, particularly in the respiratory tract.
