Eric Noorthoorn van der Kruijff appointed Professor by special appointment of Long-term Mental Health Care
As of May 1 2025, Eric Noorthoorn van der Kruijff has been appointed Professor by special appointment of Long-term Mental Health Care at the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Young people sport less when they get their first job, but social support helps
Every year, around 90,000 young people make the transition from school to work. A large number of them start to participate in sports less during this transition. Those who participate less in sports usually do not pick it up again automatically.
Developments demonstrations on campus
In this current overview you will find the latest developments regarding the demonstrations on the Radboud University campus. The latest update is at the top.
Daniela Oprea-Lager appointed as professor of Theranostics
Nuclear medicine specialist Daniela Oprea-Lager has been appointed Professor of Theranostics at Radboudumc / Radboud University. Her research focuses on the combination of diagnostics and treatment using radioactive substances.
Radboud University is suspending institution-wide partnerships with two Israeli universities
The Executive Board of Radboud University is suspending the implementation of the institution-wide partnerships (MoUs) with Tel Aviv University and Hebrew University with immediate effect.
Recall: Potential Security Risk Logitech Wireless Mice and Keyboards
In the past, Radboud-managed laptops were issued with Logitech wireless mice and keyboards. These peripherals may pose a security risk. Are you using these products? Then please exchange them at the ICT Servicedesk in the University Library.
Strategy development: concrete next steps towards the summer
The development of the new 2025-2031 strategy is in full swing. During the board meeting on 8 April, five strategic ambitions were presented and discussed. We have now entered the next phase, in which these ambitions will be further elaborated.
Academic session Dies interrupted after start
The academic session marking the 102nd Dies Natalis (anniversary) of Radboud University was interrupted shortly after it began today.
Seagrass bread as food product of the future: ‘The Netherlands must take the lead in production’
Sea level rise will cause large areas of land to be flooded in the coming century. We could use these future sea-landscapes for the production of seagrass grains, argues environmental scientist Marieke van Katwijk in the scientific journal Ambio.
Step closer to synthetic sugars as medicine
Sugars come in all shapes and sizes. We need them for energy and we enjoy them, but complex variants may also be used as medicine. Chemist Peter Moons from Radboud University developed these types of sugars.
Fastclasses ‘working safely’ – You are the strongest link
In May, June and August, there will be online fastclasses on phishing, the correct use of personal data and cleaning up your mailbox.
Interruptions to ICT systems due to maintenance work on Saturday 17 May
On Saturday 17 May, maintenance work will be carried out on the network of Radboud University. During the work, ICT services will be interrupted several times throughout the day. You may experience some inconvenience as a result.
Radboud Green Certificate
The Radboud Green Certificate allows you to showcase your association's sustainability efforts. Complete the questionnaire to gain insight into your sustainability performance and perhaps earn a bronze, silver, gold or platinum badge this year.
"Titus teaches that it’s okay to slow down"
With the unveiling of a glass artwork in the Student Church, Radboud University is adding significance to the celebration of Titus Day, on May 15. Student pastor Jos Geelen, one of the initiators, says: “Titus brings the distant God close.”
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Executive Board intends to adopt recommendations of the Partnerships Advisory Committee
Today, the Executive Board of Radboud University is discussing its proposed decision regarding partnerships with two Israeli universities and a consideration framework for partnerships with institutions in conflict zones.
Wanted: curious children for science podcast (in Dutch)
Radboud University is looking for children with silly, difficult or fun questions they would like to ask a scientist in a podcast.
Universe decays faster than thought, but still takes a long time
The universe is decaying much faster than thought. This is shown by calculations of three scientists at Radboud University on the so-called Hawking radiation.
More recognition and rewarding of Open Science at Radboud University
The Recognition and Rewards programme and Radboud Open Science Programme have joined forces and received a NWO grant to create a more solid position for Open Science in academics’ daily work.
Proposed decision to stop funding Radboud Honours Academy
Radboud University is facing cutbacks and is working on measures to achieve savings. One of the ideas being considered is to (partially) stop funding the Radboud Honours Academy. This information was inadvertently released prematurely this week.
Learn to respond to undesirable behaviour: Active Bystander Training
Want to know how to recognise and effectively deal with undesirable behaviour in the workplace? During the Active Bystander Training on 21 May (Dutch) or 27 November (English) you will learn how to respond appropriately.
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