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Read our latest interview with Stella Shukla, SBE-Alumna and now managing consultant in digital transformation, who shares how a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on experience has defined her path from student to consultant. Stella’s roles at Atos and KPMG laid a foundation in consulting, which she built on through transformative projects at Horváth, where she now navigates cutting-edge topics like Generative AI and Agile Transformations. Her advice for aspiring consultants focuses on gaining practical experience and keeping up with digital trends.

Katrin Amunts receives the honorary doctorate this Dies Natalis. She conducts valuable research on speech and language, facial recognition and social behaviour. In addition to being a renowned scientist, Amunts has internationally recognised leadership qualities. 

In conversation with Professor John Penders

With his inauguration on 24 January 2025, John Penders stands at the helm of pioneering research into the role of gut bacteria in various diseases in which the gut microbiome may be seen as key to better health. Our gut can be a treasure trove of bugs.

In 2024, Maastricht University welcomed its 100,000th alumna, just ahead of its 50th anniversary in 2026. Job Metsemakers, one of the university’s first students, reflects on its early years, its pioneering role in medical education, and its global influence, while celebrating the growth and lasting connections with alumni.

Members not only have a demonstrated quality in science and scholarship, but also have a broad interest in the practise and communication thereof.

The EDLAB innovation project The Impact of LLMs on PBL has produced three new resources to help teachers and students explore Large Language Models in PBL. Check them out!

Sound interprofessional collaboration leads to better-perceived care, better healthcare outcomes, and sustainable employability of healthcare professionals. As a catalyst for improved healthcare, students need to prepare for interprofessional collaboration.

The European Research Council has awarded Professor Nancy Bocken an ERC Proof of Concept grant. 

A change of course is needed if we are to keep healthcare in the Netherlands accessible. The South Limburg Regional Plan, presented in late 2023, focuses on cooperation between dozens of parties and organisations. Researchers Daan Westra and Svenja Cremer explain the contribution that Maastricht University is making through its Academic Collaborative Centres.

The University Fund Limburg campaign “For Each Other 2024/25” is live! We are excited to announce that SHE Collaborates is once again participating in the annual University Fund Limburg campaign. This year, our project focuses on improving healthcare in Liberia.