Research projects
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Measuring leakage from mouth-nose masks
How effective are masks at blocking virus particles? To answer this question, researchers at Radboud University are conducting research as part of the Dutch MIST (Mitigation Strategies for Controlling Airborne Infections) project.
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4D reconstruction of de novo cristae formation in malaria parasite mitochondria
We combine state-of-the-art experimental genetics with complexome profiling and advanced imaging techniques to study the process of de novo cristae formation in malaria parasite mitochondria.
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BONSAI - Boosting flood resilience in estuarine systems
The BONSAI project strengthens flood resilience in estuarine areas, by anticipating climate change. It focuses on developing short- and long-term strategies for water and dike management in Northwest Europe.
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Future Dikes - Phase 2
In Phase 2, we are investigating how species-rich dikes can be constructed, adapted and managed so that they are both strong and biodiverse. Developing practical guidelines for construction, adaptation and management is central to this work.
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Elucidating metabolic dark matter in M. tuberculosis
M. tuberculosis (Mtb) causes tuberculosis, a devastating disease that claims over one million lives annually. Our research focuses on discovering novel Mtb metabolites and enzymes that could become promising targets for new drug development.
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Asexual Embryo: Asexual reproduction through clonal seeds
In "Asexual Embryo" we explore the mechanism of asexual reproduction through clonal seeds – Apomixis – in plant species like dandelion. Moreover, we will explore the potential to engineer clonal seed production in crop species like tomato.
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A shared responsibility to mitigate land use emissions
Agriculture and forestry cause nearly 25% of human-made greenhouse gas emissions. This project creates a framework to trace and assign these emissions to products, companies and countries, helping identify responsibility and set reduction goals.
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AMOXENSE: Ammonia Biosensing in Wastewater Treatment using Bacteria
This project will develop an ammonium biosensor that can uniquely operate in the low oxygen and anoxic conditions found in wastewater treatment plants. This biotechnology will contribute to optimizing ammonium removal during wastewater treatment.
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Sand Filtration
Towards a mechanistic understanding of the microbiological and geochemical dynamics of sand filtration.
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Paludi4all
Paludiculture, sustainable farming on wet peatlands, is crucial for climate action. The Paludi4All project studies its impacts and seeks ways to expand this practice across Europe, focusing on climate benefits and rural development.
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The PaluWise project
Understanding all paludiculture options is crucial, as each farmer faces unique challenges and operates under different business models. PaluWise addresses these challenges through four paludiculture demonstration sites.
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The Prokaryotic Origin of Our Immune System
Recently, there has been a growing discussion about the potential bacterial origin of innate immune mechanisms. Undoubtedly, bacterial defense systems (DS) play a significant role in it, but what about archaea?
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The prokaryotic origin of our Immune System
Recently, there has been a growing discussion about a potential bacterial origin of innate immune mechanisms. Undoubtedly, bacterial defense systems (DS) play a significant role in it, but what about archaea?
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LABPLAS: Land-Based Solutions for Plastics in the Sea
The project will provide scientific evidence to support decision making in regulatory efforts around plastics in the environment.
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QTOX
In the EU Marie Curie QTOX project, we aim to improve chemical risk assessment by bridging the gap between toxicity tests in the lab and ecologically relevant endpoints in the field.
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The Power of Size
This project looks at chemical pollution, one of the fastest growing environmental problems in the world. The project derives relationships for parameters that determine the emission, fate, accumulation and effects of substances.
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Understanding and preventing the impact of endocrine disruptors on the hypothalamus-pituitary axes in sensitive populations
The HYPIEND project examines the effects of endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs) on the stress, reproduction and thyroid endocrine systems besides implementing strategies to minimalize the exposure to EDCs in sensitive populations.
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Carbon Connects
Carbon Connects is an Interreg North-West Europe initiative with a primary focus on peatland restoration. Originally slated for a four-year period commencing in 2018, the project's timeline has now been extended to December 2023.
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Achieving High-Integrity Voluntary Climate Action (ACHIEVE)
The ACHIEVE research project will identify opportunities to strenghten and scale up voluntary climate action, to achieve a worldwide net-zero society by 2050.
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MARIX
The ERC synergy project MARIX studies marine redox transitions to understand how they remove toxic ammonium and methane. It combines fieldwork, lab experiments and modelling to explore new microbial pathways and their environmental impact.