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It is with great sadness that Maastricht University has learned of the death of Frans de Waal. Frans de Waal was the first holder of the Eugène Dubois Chair at Maastricht University in 2015.

Philosopher Maud Oostindie of Maastricht University is one of the new 'Faces of Science' presented today by the KNAW. Through blogs and vlogs, she is going to show what her life as a young scientist looks like.

Scientists at the Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Institute (M4I) have developed an ‘intelligent surgery knife’, or iKnife. The European subsidy programme Interreg Flanders-Netherlands has made more than two million euros available for the further development of this technology.

Intense exercise such as running can have an effect on your sense of taste and smell. Intensive sports are also known to have an effect on various processes in the body, all to keep our bodies balanced.

Living brains in a laboratory and research on internet freedom –two of the ten nominees for the Klokhuis Science Prize this year are UM scientists. And you can also vote!

The Annual Fund Campaign For Each Other 23/24: Durable innovations for a better society is live! The University Fund Limburg kindly asks the UM community for a financial contribution to four unique projects, all characterised by a desire for equal opportunities and a healthy future.

Dr. Fred Spoor, an expert on human evolution affiliated with the Natural History Museum, London, has been appointed as the Eugène Dubois chair for the year 2024.

Saturday’s Bachelor's Open Day drew a turnout of 2393 prospective students. Feedback was generally very positive, reflecting the event's success.

Heerlen, Maastricht, and Sittard-Geleen will continue the services for the Euregional and international labour market in South Limburg for an extended period. Maastricht University actively supports in attracting and retaining Euregional and international talent."