In the spotlight
Looking for patterns in brain signals
Separating the noise from what you are really looking for: that is what associate professor Borbála Hunyadi does at MHeNs. She looks for patterns in brain signals to help neurologists in the diagnostic process of brain diseases.
The Sámi and Dutch youth: how two worlds experience climate change
Valesca Venhof examined the impact of climate change on the mental health of young people. In her research, Valesca compares two groups: Dutch youth and the Sámi, the Indigenous people of northern Scandinavia.
Stef Kremers - the smoke-free Randwyck campus
Prof. dr. Stef Kremers, vice-dean at the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, is part of the academic community working to reduce smoking. He obtained his PhD researching smoking initiation.
Maastricht University Library advances open education
As part of the national OpenUp scheme supported by Npuls, the Maastricht University Library is developing structures that make open educational practices a permanent part of teaching and learning at Maastricht University.
Kazem Banihashem – educational technologist and lecturer in AI in education
Kazem Banihashem has recently joined SHE as a researcher on AI in education and as a lecturer within the MHPE programme. Kazem also works as an AI in education trainer for the department Educational Development & Research.
Video: the UM buildings, episode 3: Venlo
Venlo is the first city, outside of its hometown, where Maastricht University expanded its education and research. Look at our buildings in Venlo. They house students and researchers focusing on the future of food, farming, and logistics, with buildings ranging from an almost monumental age to brand new.
Agenda
Featured events
Dies Natalis
Dies Natalis, Latin for 'birthday,' is one of Maastricht University's annual celebrations. A prominent academic delivers the 'Dies address' and prestigious awards are presented.
Opening Academic Year
The official opening of the academic year at Maastricht University is a festive event held in late August or early September, with a different theme each year.
UM Star Lectures
Bringing the university to our alumni. We’ll send 12 of our professors to 12 different cities across Europe for an evening of lifelong learning, stimulating ideas, and networking.
