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Last Thursday, a gathering was held at Centre Céramique in Maastricht in memory of Mathieu Segers. Studio Europa reported on this special day.
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Two researchers from Maastricht University (UM) have received a prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant from the European Research Council. This will allow them to set up a scientific research team in the coming years for studies on bioprinted models of a human kidney and on female guest workers from southern Europe who came to north-western Europe in the second half of the 20th century.
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“Always ask for help when your complaints disproportionately hinder you during your studies.” Based on her own experiences, that is the message Eline wants to convey to every student.
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On 29 November 2024, MCEL member Maja Brkan, Judge at the General Court of the European Union, gave her inaugural lecture on 'Digitalisation and EU fundamental rights: the good, the bad and the opaque'.
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On 22 November 2024, the Maastricht Centre for the Innovation of Classical Music (MCICM) hosted the workshop ‘Collaborative Ecologies for Classical Music’ together with the Sheffield Performer and Audience Research Center (SPARC).
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€250,000 for the project ‘Dynamic3D: Real-Time Simulation and Analysis for 3D Scholarly Editions’.
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For the second time in a row, a UM team has managed to win a gold medal in the prestigious iGEM (International Genetic Engineered Machine) competition in synthetic biology.
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Around two-thirds of all mental health disorders develop before the age of 25. At the same time, young people often find taking the step to seek help for mental health issues, financial troubles, or social problems too overwhelming. They feel ashamed, believe their problems aren't serious enough, or simply don't know where to turn. That’s why @ease exists: here, young people aged 12 to 25 are welcome at drop-in locations or via chat to talk about their problems. What makes an initiative like @ease so valuable? We discussed this with Dr. Sophie Leijdesdorff, Assistant Professor Youth Mental Health, as well as a supervisor and trainer at @ease.
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The Maastricht Business Days (MBD) have been a hallmark of the School of Business and Economics (SBE) since their inception in 1996, standing out as the most prestigious student recruitment event. Organized by SCOPE, the faculty’s dynamic study association, the MBDs connect over 600 students annually with approximately 50 leading companies from diverse industries. This student-led initiative not only encourages professional growth through workshops, interviews, and networking events but also highlights the collaborative spirit of SBE, uniting students, alumni, and industry professionals in meaningful ways.
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On Sunday, 24 November 2024, the Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) proudly celebrated the achievements of more than 1,500 graduates from bachelor’s and master’s programmes. The festive ceremonies, held at the MECC Maastricht, marked a significant milestone for the SBE community and a memorable day for graduates, their families, and friends.