Bas Bloem: Parkinson’s is the canary in the coal mine warning us that our environment is sick
In a recent publication in The Lancet Neurology, Bloem and a group of internationally recognised scientists place Parkinson's in historical perspective, beginning with James Parkinson, who first described the disease in 1817.
Degraded peatlands emit nearly twice as much greenhouse gas as previously thought
For the first time, researchers from Radboud University have produced a detailed, high-resolution map of peatlands in the EU, showing that these areas emit twice as much greenhouse gases than previously thought.
Research: LHBTIQA+ people from Gelderland and Overijssel feel less safe in public spaces than in 2023
New research by Vizier and Radboud University shows that LGBTIQA+ people in Gelderland and Overijssel feel less safe and accepted than they did two years ago. They feel particularly unsafe in public spaces.
How a chatbot can give (ethical) advice on how to quit smoking
Can a chatbot help you quit smoking, or in making safer choices in sexual health? Research by Erkan Başar shows that it’s possible – but only if the chatbot is given context and structure in advance by actual medical professionals.
Radboud chemists are working with companies and robots on the transition from oil-based to bio-based materials
Chemical products are still often based on fossil raw materials. Radboud scientists are contributing to the ‘materials transition’ towards products made from biobased raw materials. Robots and AI are assisting in this process.
Refugees who can start their own business feel respected by society
Refugees who are able to start their own business after arriving in the Netherlands feel more respected by society, research by Samaneh Khademi of Radboud University shows.
Learning a new language often goes wrong with pronunciation and head movements
Adults learning another language often tend to continue using the intonation of their native language. This causes them to make mistakes in the new language: incorrect intonation can change the meaning of a word or sentence.
Dangers of direct selling and network marketing are rarely mentioned in research
Many people still fall for new forms of network marketing that, despite their products, strongly resemble pyramid schemes. However, scientific research is remarkably lenient in its assessment of this business model.
ERC Synergy Grant for research on chemical transformations
Jana Roithová from Radboud University will receive an ERC Synergy Grant for research on chemical catalysis. The Synergy Grants are the largest grants from the European Research Council (ERC).
How AI can prevent AI from harming your organization
Artificial Intelligence can help tremendously with operations within companies and make your customers' lives a lot easier. Karim Sidaoui, assistant professor of marketing at Radboud University, co-wrote a guideline that will help managers.
NWO grants for research into particle accelerators, energy systems and more
Two consortium projects involving researchers from Radboud University have received funding from NWO.
Popularity remains important among young adults too. ‘Not just something for children.’
For children and adolescents, it is often important to be popular or liked. But young adults also appear to attach importance to how they are perceived within the group, says developmental psychologist Nina Chmielowice-Szymanski.
Biodiversity restoration remains limited without a guiding vision from the government
The Dutch government often points to local partnerships to stimulate biodiversity restoration. However, the impact of such initiatives is too limited, because the causes of biodiversity loss must first be addressed at a higher level of government.
‘Clearer legal framework needed regarding liability for corporate climate reporting’
Companies that publish climate targets find themselves in a challenging legal quandary, argues Daniella Strik in her inaugural lecture as Professor of International Litigation.
“Mind Reading”: Creating Images from Brain Activity
By analyzing brain waves, researchers at Radboud University – including neuroscientist Thirza Dado – have managed to reconstruct, with surprising accuracy, images that test subjects were viewing.
The 3 rudest political television debates
Communication scientist Jonathan van 't Riet researched political rudeness in Dutch television debates from 1981 to 2023. His conclusion: the tone is harsher than ever.
Defending democracy begins with courage
Democracy is under pressure worldwide. Joep van Lit investigated how democracy can be defended – by politicians and citizens alike. He will receive his PhD from Radboud University on 31 October
NWO Vidi grants for research into inequality, ammoniac and the reading life of teens
The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) has awarded thirteen Nijmegen researchers Vidi funding of up to 850,000 euros. This will allow them to develop their own line of research and set up a research group over the next five years.
Four myths debunked about Dutch voting behaviour
Migrants vote en masse for populist right-wing parties? The left has no narrative? Sociologist and researcher Niels Spierings debunks four myths about Dutch voting behaviour.
Recognising (and Challenging) discrimination starts with looking, and daring to doubt
Socioloog en universitair docent Nella Geurts onderzoekt hoe je verschillende vormen van discriminatie kunt herkennen, en wat je als omstander kunt doen.
