Commission: ‘Government cannot pretend to follow fully-fledged rule of law’
An external committee commissioned by the Dutch Bar Association (NOvA) has prepared an independent report on the rule of law content of the Schoof cabinet's coalition programme. Jasper Krommendijk of Radboud University was part of this committee.
Measures to restore biodiversity in peatlands fall short, study finds
Several experimental measures taken at Frisian farms to restore biodiversity in former peatlands, are unsuccessful. This is according to research by ecologist Tom Heuts of Radboud University.
Dozens of massive stars launched from young star cluster R136
Astronomers have used data from the European Gaia Space Telescope to discover 55 high-speed stars launched from the young star cluster R136 in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way.
Sarian Kosten Awarded Huibregtsen Prize 2024
Sarian Kosten, professor of Aquatic Ecology at Radboud University, has been awarded the Huibregtsen Prize 2024 for her research project "Aquatic Systems in a Warming Climate."
Carmody Grey appointed professor by special appointment of Integral Ecology
Carmody Grey is per 1 oktober 2024 benoemd tot bijzonder hoogleraar Integrale Ecologie aan het Laudato Si’-Instituut, binnen de Faculteit der Filosofie, Theologie en Religiewetenschappen van de Radboud Universiteit.
Logging into Wi-Fi network Eduroam changes soon
From Tuesday 8 October, it will be possible to log into Wi-Fi network Eduroam with your new Radboud account (firstname.surname [at] ru.nl). Later this year, logging in with your new Radboud account will be mandatory.
Wash ‘n Shine: back to work or study with renewed insights
On 1, 2 and 3 October, the second Wash ‘n Shine for students and staff took place in the Refter during Vitality Month.
Podcast Rare Jongens nominated for a Dutch Podcast Award
The podcast Rare Jongens, created by Radboud University in cooperation with the Universiteit van Nederland, has been nominated for a Dutch Podcast Award, in the category ‘Chatcast Informatief’. The jury award will be presented on 6 November.
Daniella Strik appointed professor of International Litigation
Daniella Strik has been appointed professor of International Litigation at Radboud University's Faculty of Law from 1 October 2024.
Radboud University Partnerships Advisory Committee launched
Het college van bestuur van de Radboud Universiteit heeft de Adviescommissie Samenwerkingsverbanden opdracht gegeven om de samenwerkingsverbanden van de universiteit te wegen, met aandacht voor internationale partnerinstellingen in conflictgebieden.
Gas extraction near Ameland may well harm wildlife, scientists warn
Five scientists, including Eelke Jongejans of Radboud University, warn that gas extraction near Ameland could have harmful effects on nature.
Universities in Southeast Netherlands find connection in heritage
The heritage departments of Radboud University and Maastricht University are bringing more attention to the masterpieces from their heritage collections in the project “Connected by Heritage.
The Student Charter, what exactly is that?
As a Radboud student, you will encounter all kinds of rules and guidelines during your studies. An important document to be aware of is the Student Charter.
Cornelia Welte appointed Professor of Microbial Physiology
As of September 1, 2024, Cornelia Welte has been appointed Professor Microbial Physiology in the Faculty of Sciences at Radboud University.
Don’t believe the hype: AGI is far from inevitable
Will AI soon surpass the human brain? If you ask employees at OpenAI, Google DeepMind and other large tech companies, it is inevitable. However, researchers at Radboud University and other institutes show new proof that those claims are overblown.
Kleefse Waard Industrial Park wants pilot with NIFTI system for floating transport
The Industriepark Kleefse Waard (IPKW) would like to conduct a first pilot with the NIFTI system for floating transport, an innovation by Radboud scientists.
NWO grant for research on maps of the brain
An application-oriented research project at Radboud University on biophysical modeling will receive a grant from NWO. The project will make it possible to create faster, more specific maps of the brain.
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.
Academic year overview Radboud Teaching and Learning Centre
The annual overview of Radboud Teaching and Learning Centre provides insight into the efforts and impact made by the TLC in academic year 2023/2024.
Caution: MDPI journals of variable quality
There are an increasing number of questions and complaints about the quality of the open access publisher MDPI. There are websites and tools available to help you identify predatory journals.