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Visitors muZIEum contribute to science
A study led by Marco Gandolfo shows how our brain processes information and how this differs by gender and age. 14 thousand participants in this study were visitors to the muZIEum in Nijmegen who took part in the experiment via kiosks at the museum.
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Royal honours for Radboud employees
Richard van Wezel, Ronald Laan, Bart-Jan Kullberg and Gert Jan van der Wilt received royal honours on the occasion of King's Day 2025.
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Video: Neuromorphic Computing
Learn in this video how Neuromorphic Computing could transform our digital future with dramatically reduced energy consumption, enhanced privacy, and self-improving systems.
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New study investigates the effects of hormone treatment on brain development
A team of researchers will study the effects of hormonal intervention on the development of the prefrontal cortex.
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Large-scale study on the development of children's thinking skills
Why do some children progress well at school, while others struggle? To better understand this, a large-scale study on brain development and thinking skills during the first five years of life will start in April 2026.
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Study into the effect of atomoxetine on freezing of gait in Parkinson’s disease
Dr Jorik Nonnekes has received a €1.4 million grant from the Michael J. Fox Foundation to investigate movement disorders in Parkinson’s disease.
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NWO grants for research into ethical AI in healthcare
Two projects investigating how AI is used in healthcare and other sectors have received a grant from the Dutch Research Council (NWO).
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New Scientific Director of the Donders Centre for Cognition: Serge Thill
As of 1 March 2025, Serge Thill is the new scientific director of the Donders Centre for Cognition (DCC), succeeding James McQueen.
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Why some are more susceptible to developing PTSD symptoms than others
People with a more active amygdala (an area in the brain involved in processing information relevant to threats) are more likely to develop PTSD symptoms after experiencing trauma than people with a calmer amygdala.
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Martin Dresler receives Vici grant for research on sleep
Martin Dresler has received a Vici grant from NWO for his research on sleep. His project, Sleep 2.0, is one of 43 research projects who have received this prestigious grant. In this project, Martin Dresler investigates sleep in a new way.
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Tailored brain stimulation: neuroscientists in Nijmegen and Maastricht join forces
All the knowledge and technology on the brain and brain stimulation from Radboud University and Maastricht University, plus AI expertise - that should lead to new applications for non-invasive, personalised brain stimulation.
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ELEANOR: Studying the brain's complexity with light on a chip
Funded by the Open Competition Domain Science-M grant from the Dutch Research Council (NWO), the project aims to develop an innovative technology to study how human neurons process signals using light on a microchip.
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The future of Brain Computer Interfaces: breakthroughs, education, and challenges
Brain–computer interfaces (BCIs) have left the realm of science fiction for some years now. Recent developments are bringing these technologies even closer to practical application, such as controlling a recreational drone.
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Sustainable AI for decision support
Artificial intelligence has transformed many aspects of our lives, from healthcare to decision-making. But how can we ensure that AI is used responsibly and sustainably? This question was at the heart of Professor Johan Kwisthout’s inaugural lecture.
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10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Today, the world celebrates International Women and Girls in Science Day. To mark this occasion, three female PIs give insights into their research, career journeys, and experiences as women in science.
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Radboud University and Maastricht University collaborate for Neural Control Research
The Donders Institute, the Radboud University and the Faculties of Psychology and Neuroscience and Health, Medicine and Life Sciences of the Maastricht University are launching an innovative platform consisting of shared infrastructure.
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Walking outdoors with your baby: effect on stress and sleep
Nicole Rheinheimer explored the effects of walking outdoors and carrying a baby, on mothers and babies. This study is the first to examine the combined effects of outdoor walking and babywearing.
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John van Opstal: 43 years of research on hearing and the eye
On 1 March 2024, John van Opstal officially retired, but he remains actively involved in ongoing projects as a researcher. In honour of his impressive career, a farewell symposium was organised last week.
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DI-NIN funding for five projects
The Donders Institute and the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience (NIN) have awarded €500,000 from the DI-NIN Fund to five research projects. There were 13 applications, and after a careful review, five projects were selected.
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How the stress of a World Cup final can make you react better as a goalkeeper
When someone is under stress, a stronger communication takes place between the brain and muscles. This is according to research by neuroscientist Yvonne Visser of Radboud University.