The latest news about Radboud University.
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Ticklish spots are shared across cultures – but why they are ticklish is more complex than it seems
People from different cultural backgrounds are tickled in similar ways. They are also ticklish in the same body regions. These are among the findings of a study published recently in Nature Human Behaviour by Ziliang Xiong and Konstantina Kilteni/
Clean-up bicycle sheds
From 10 to 21 August, there will be another clean-up campaign in the campus bike sheds. Old, broken and abandoned bikes will be removed then, and loose locks attached to racks will be cut loose and cleaned up.
These are the seven winners of the University Study Prize 2026
Seven (former) students of Radboud University can call themselves winners of the University Study Prize 2026. They receive this prize because they wrote a thesis of exceptional quality during the past academic year.
Works and closure at the Houtlaan junction
From 15 August to 13 November, the junction of Heyendaalseweg, Houtlaan and Kwekerijweg (near Berchmanianum) will be completely closed to all traffic. The council is constructing a new, safe oval roundabout here, complete with a dedicated cycle path.
Intromarkt 2026
Every year, Radboud University organises an Intromarkt on its own campus. This year, it will take place on 17 August. The market offers new students the opportunity to get to know the various student organisations that Nijmegen has to offer.
Radboud University to install additional CCTV cameras on campus
Over the coming period, Radboud University will install a total of 26 additional CCTV cameras on campus. The cameras will help to ensure the safety of students, staff and visitors to the campus, as well as university property.
Have a nice summer - column by Alexandra van Huffelen
The exams have been taken, the theses submitted, and the first staff members have already closed their laptops: the academic year is almost over, and in a few weeks, the campus will be practically deserted. It is time for a look back and forward.
How can we ensure smart homes remain human?
Smart technology makes it easier to live independently at home for longer. But how do we ensure that such technologies in the home are not only smart, but also genuinely suited to the people who live there?
Veni grants for eight Radboud researchers
The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has awarded a Veni grant to eight young researchers of the Radboud University and Radboudumc.
Climate impact research needs more real-world data
European cities are experimenting with hundreds of climate solutions, all in the hopes of adapting to the warmer world around us. But despite more and more research on these solutions, we still only barely have an idea of what actually works.
“The great thing about entrepreneurship? Everything you do has an immediate impact”
Eef Lamers studied Physics and Astronomy at Radboud University. In 2021, he founded Micro-Cosmos, a start-up based at The Launch, the hub for budding entrepreneurs at Radboud University’s Science Park.
In dialogue with the Executive Board
This autumn, the Executive Board will be visiting all the university’s faculties and departments. Together with the faculty board or management, the members of the Executive Board will be engaging with staff and students to discuss current issues.
Frank Nijsen appointed Professor of Local Radionuclide Interventions
Researcher Frank Nijsen has been appointed Professor of Local Radionuclide Interventions at Radboudumc / Radboud University. Through his research, he develops therapies that irradiate difficult-to-treat tumors from the inside.
Submit a sustainability idea for a chance to receive up to €10,000 to bring it to life
Win één van de drie beurzen tot 10.000 euro en voer een duurzaam initiatief uit op de campus. Ideeën indienen kan tot en met 1 oktober 2026.
Sustainability reporting no longer shields companies from criticism
New rules from governments across Europe require companies to increase their reporting on sustainability efforts. Since then, stakeholders such as NGOs and journalists have been able to use those insights to ramp up their criticism against companies.
ENW-M and ENW-XS grants for research into molecules, malaria and more
Six research projects at Radboud University have been awarded funding in the latest round of the ENW-M and ENW-XS Open Competition.
Harm van den Broek and Tesseltje de Lange appointed Vice Deans at the Faculty of Law
The Faculty of Law has appointed two new Vice Deans: Harm van den Broek has been appointed Vice Dean for Education, Tesseltje de Lange has been appointed Vice Dean for Research.
Vincent de Gooyert appointed professor of Responsible Sustainability Transitions
As of July 1, 2026, Vincent de Gooyert has been appointed professor of Responsible Sustainability Transitions at Nijmegen School of Management
Ritse Mann appointed professor of Breast Radiology
Radiologist Ritse Mann has been appointed professor of Breast Radiology at Radboudumc / Radboud University. He develops imaging techniques for breast cancer that detect tumors as early as possible and help enable effective treatment.
Radboud at the Vierdaagse
Looking for a little intellectual stimulation during the Nijmegen Vierdaagse before diving back into the festivities? Radboud University will also be in town during the Vierdaagsefeesten.