News
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Naturalis palaeontologist Frank Wesselingh has been appointed to the endowed chair in Conservation Palaeobiology at Maastricht University. His work bridges the past and the future of biodiversity.
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Researchers at NUTRIM within MUMC+ can measure the activity of gut bacteria by mapping the gases they produce.
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Professor Ellen Blaak, PhD Gilian Larik and research team are tracking in MRUM fermentation chambers, how gut bacteria respond to food.
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Yannick Smolders knew at a young age that he wanted to study medicine. But the first few years of his studies were less than smooth. When he was diagnosed with ADHD two years ago, the puzzle pieces fell into place. What has helped Yannick in his studies, and what advice would he give to other students?
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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the UM Academy for Lifelong Development, a comprehensive platform that brings together the diverse educational offerings from Maastricht University’s institutes. Now, all of UM’s programmes for professionals are available in one convenient location, making it easy to choose the ideal programme to match your ambitions and stay adaptable in today’s evolving job market.
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SHE PhD Eveline Gerretsen explains her research on whether practicing on a virtual reality simulator helps pulmonology trainees to correctly navigate the lungs, and how this makes bronchoscopies less burdensome and safer for patients.
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Economists and spouses Dr Özge Gökdemir and Professor Devrim Dumludağ conducted a study for Maastricht University that reveals differences in competitive behaviour between women in the Netherlands. Their findings will be published soon in a scholarly journal. Here, they give us a sneak peek.
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UM alumna Josje Weusten has just released her debut novel Fake Fish—a dystopian tale about fake news, AI, and the blurring of reality. Josje shares her creative journey and offers insights into the writing process, plus practical tips for aspiring authors.
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A new academic partnership between Maastricht University (UM) and Arbo Unie (AU) strengthens the efforts that are made towards healthy workplaces and lifestyles for workers.