Grey's Anatomy or Me Before You helps in coping with death
People actively engaging with death, for instance by reading about it, and then watching a film where that subject is central, learn to deal with death better. This is shown by research by Enny Das and Anneke de Graaf from Radboud University.
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.
Install your Windows updates on time to keep working safely
It is important to install your Windows updates on your workstation on time so that you can work safely with your desktop or laptop. Therefore, connect your Windows workstation to the campus network weekly and regularly reboot your workstation.
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.
New agreement on spending objectives for decentralised employment conditions funding
Read here the main changes from the previous DAVG agreement that apply to you.
Forecast model for new student intake available now
Want to know how many new students will start at Radboud University, within your faculty or program, next academic year? You can now use the newly developed forecast model!
Results Staff Survey 2024
More than half of all employees (55%) at Radboud University completed the staff survey. Employees are generally satisfied; they rate their work with an average of 7.7
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.”
