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Maastricht researchers Prof. Dr. Hylke Dijkstra and Dr. Mariëlle Wijermars have received a €6.6 million research grant from the Dutch Research Council (NWO) to study knowledge security in the Netherlands and Europe.

The current Dutch Compulsory Education Act ( leerplichtwet) allows for exceptions that raise questions in practice. Assistant Professor Marieke Hopman believes the legislation regarding the child's right to education conflicts with children's rights.

The results of the Bulgarian elections from the 19th of April 2026 were surprising in at least two respects.

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Theo van Boven, founding father of the Maastricht Centre for Human Rights and a pioneering figure in the protection of human rights.

Through inspiring interviews and research highlights, the report explores topics ranging from children’s digital lives and environmental heritage to European politics and community engagement through film.

Margo Romans looks back on 38 years at ROA: from the institute’s youngest employee to one of its indispensable pillars. She witnessed ROA grow from a small team into an internationally recognised research institute, while collaboration, commitment and the sharing of knowledge always remained.

In her research practice she radically explores how to learn to become a cartopologist. Her work combines anthropological, architectural and cartographical methods to create unique maps of places.

To generate research data, researchers collect blood, urine, saliva, or other bodily fluids from as many participants as possible. They could try to store this material themselves, but problems can easily occur. This is where biobanks come in.

Researchers at Maastricht University and Wageningen University & Research have made a promising discovery in the fight against obesity. A new clinical study shows that a specific gut bacterium may help limit weight regain after dieting.

The Pitch Event on 17 April featured 16 projects from 12 organisations, presented through short, focused pitches that gave students a clear overview of available opportunities. Breaks allowed informal conversations, and DACS alumni shared insights from their current roles.