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… (1993) A prospective member must achieve: • stability of institutions guaranteeing democracy, the rule of law, human rights and respect for and protection of minorities; • the existence of a functioning market economy as well as the capacity to cope with competitive pressure and market forces within the Union; • the ability to take on the obligations of membership including adherence to the aims of political, economic and monetary union. The challenge of enforcement Pre-accession: liberal democracy as a condition for membership … transition: liberal victory? Democracy Market economy 2004 into EU -> ‘backsliding’ Wrapping up  Liberal vs illiberal democracy  EU embracing liberal democracy  Within EU, some Eastern European states becoming illiberal democracies Discussion (How) Can liberal and illiberal democratic systems co-exist within the EU, and what does this mean for the European integration project? THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION! …

… FHML-Maastricht UMC+ Prize alert (May 2023) June 2023 Athena Award The Athena Award rewards female researchers that stand out, and because of that, are role models for others. Each year max. 2 winners are appointed within the NWO Domain Science (Earth Sciences, Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Physics, Mathematics) Award: EUR 50,000 Career Phase: Female researchers appointed in the fields of science that fall within the NWO Domain Science Nominator: Only female researchers can submit one or more nominations. However, it is not possible to nominate yourself Internal decision: No Deadline: June 15, 2023 Weblink Hendrik Muller Prize The Dr. Hendrik Muller Prize is awarded every two years to a mid-career researcher working … the NWO Spinoza Prizes to two researchers working in the Netherlands who according to international standards belong to the absolutely best researchers worldwide. The NWO Spinoza Laureates do outstanding and groundbreaking research with broad impact. They are an inspiration for early-stage researchers. NWO created the prize to increase the visibility of excellent scientists and to encourage world-class research in the Netherlands. Award: Bronze statue and EUR 1,5 million Career Phase: Senior …

… Page 1 of 3 Application form Kootstra Talent Fellowship (KTF) – Autumn 2024 (Note: The applicant submits the application and completes the form) 1. Applicant Title(s), initial(s), name: Phone: E-mail: Department: Institute: Master’s degree University/College of Higher Education: Date (dd/mm/yy): Main subject: PhD University/College of Higher Education: Starting date (dd/mm/yy): Date of PhD award … Max. 800 words (including text in figures and tables; excluding timeline). The following topics need to be addressed in this section: - description of the planned activities (work plan), relating to the research proposal and scientific career of the candidate; - local, national and international collaboration; - grant acquisition plan; - timeline; - period abroad. 8. Knowledge utilization. Max. 500 words (including text in figures and tables) Describe the possible societal relevance and how the …

… all-in-one memberships UM SPORTS staff New/renamed activities • Special offer for senior members • Pole fitness • Wellbeing/lifestyle • Massages • Mindfulness (course), yin yoga • Omnia becomes HIIT • Core classes remain, all other gym classes are cancelled • Personal Training • No boxing at the moment (SSA MMA?) Check-in and no-show policy • Register and check-in for all activities USC • Working tourniquets, time slots gym • No show policy (3x absent, 1 week out) • Intensive checks USC Other important matters • Continious attention for social safety and inappropriate (sexual) behavior USC and SSA • More focus on teambuilding sessions and social outings professionals • Communication with UM SPORTS - Only SSC email accounts, no other email addresses • UM Sportscafe (Mon-Thu 9-22, Fri 9-15) Academic calendar and Important dates • Regular sports programme: 4 September 2023 – 7 July 2024 • 2 instead of 4 periods • Courses can start … • Why: - 0-hour contracts are more and more limited by Dutch law - Unity in contracts all sports instructors • How: - Standard annual hours/jaarurennorm Standard annual hours/jaarurennorm • What does NOT change - Work load and schedule in consultation with your coordinator - For current fte: Salary divided over 12 months - Indefinite contract remains indefinite contract - 3 year contracts before indefinite contract - Current fte contracts will not be lowered (exception own request instructor) - …

… case you graduate or terminate your studies during the academic year 2023-2024, the application must be submitted at least two months before you de-register. An application submitted on or after 1 March 2025, will not be processed . Information applicant Name: Surname: Faculty: Sport discipline: Student ID-number: Name Account holder: IBAN: The aforementioned bank account number is only used for transferring top-level sport support in the event of allocation on the basis of the Profileringsfonds … to study delay in the academic year 2023-2024: NOTE : The UM student dean advises the director of Student Services Centre (SSC) about this application. Therefore it is important that the student dean has all the necessary information. De student dean can request additional information from the study adviser and/or UM top-level sport coordinator. By submitting this application, you consent to consultation between the student dean and the student advisor and/or the UM SPORT top-level sports coordinator with regard to your application. I declare that I have filled out the above truthfully. Name: Date: Signature student: Application Form Profileringsfonds Regulation 2023-2024 3 …

… and global perspectives in its education and research. Over the years, thousands of our students, staff, and researchers have benefited from our participation in the Erasmus+ programme, offering them a unique international exchange experience. With the majority of our students, staff and researchers reporting a significant positive impact in terms of enhanced professional development, international outlook and employability, the Erasmus+ programme functions as an incredibly valuable addition to our internationalisation strategy and international classroom. In the ECHE period 2021-2027, UM strives to maintain its position as (one of) the largest budget recipients for Erasmus+ KA131 student mobility in the Netherlands. Via a UM-wide Erasmus+ Staff Mobility Policy, in which Erasmus+ budget is topped up with UM funds, support staff and early career researchers will additionally be stimulated to strengthen their personal and professional development, and exchange relevant knowledge in their fields. As of call 2023, UM also participates in the Erasmus+ …

… etc) is stored traceable, adequate and safe. 4. David relayed Matt Commer’s suggestion about Masters data storage solutions to simplify things for students. Bart said this could increase fragmentation, many masters students are already embedded within projects. Sandra said it may be a helpful option for specific projects Gerard suggested supervisors should coordinate all data of their students. Generally, it was agreed that students should follow CAPHRI QA guidance on data protection. Action: … the other chapters, because we won’t be auditing this. Sandra agreed and said that like the reporting chapter this will be one that will explicitly not be audited. Bart concurred and said that we should include this chapter because it’s a gap and we can point to good standards without auditing them in this case. Mark asked whether we should do the same for qualitative work; Bart pointed out that there’s considerable diversity in qualitative approaches. Carmen pointed out that that it is possible to audit (existence of) Data …

… and ultimately premature death. Obesity is a risk factor for DCM, illustrated by the high prevalence of metabolic syndrome, T2DM and renal complications in DCM patients. In this age of obesity, the number of DCM cases is expected to rise significantly. Early detection combining molecular markers and clinical parameters to enable preventive treatment is pivotal, but due to the heterogeneity of the disease this has proven to be exceptionally difficult. We all have two copies of every gene, one … to patient. This proposes that such allelic imbalances are related to disease stage and may accumulate over time by interplay between genetic and epigenetic mechanisms. Hypothesis and Objectives: The extent of allelic imbalance increases in line with DCM disease progression and severity and that these measurements can be used to identify subtypes in the heterogeneous DCM patient population, and enable early prognosis by non-invasive testing in blood. Setting and Methods: Year 1: Analysis of … cohort (Prof. Stephane Heymans): define from a data perspective the concept of disease state/severity and identify subgroups. Year 2: Allele specific expression analysis by deep RNA-sequencing of biopsies acquired in subset of Maastricht DCM cohort, with sufficient depth to assess coding and non-coding RNA. Machine (deep) learning data analyses on deep clinical phenotyping and allele specific expression data from Maastricht DCM cohort. Year 3 and 4: DNA methylation analysis in selected heart and …

… for Biobased Materials Collaborators: RWTH Aachen University, German Machine Manufacturer Proposal (250 words): Introduction: Textile machines have been optimized for their productivity for years. Similar to a racing car in Formula One, which can deliver its maximum performance only on a modern race track it is designed for, modern textile machines are also optimized for today's widely used commodity polymers. If these modern high-performance plants are used for processing of new polymers, for example, of biopolymers, new polymers often appear to be unsuitable for processing. Hypothesis and Objectives: New production processes are required for new polymers. The amount of these polymers and so the possible turnover with machines is too low to start development. The focus is on melt spinning and texturing of filament yarn. The process – structure correlation is studied. By analysing the fibres produced, relationships between process and material structure will be … the process - structure correlations of today's commodity polymers -Analysis of the process - structure - correlations of the selected biobased polymers in laboratory scale -Upscaling the processes from the lab scale to the industrial scale together with industry partners -Economic analysis of the developed production processes The work will be done in cooperation with at least one leading German mechanical engineering company. Impact: Demonstration of processability of biopolymers in industrial …

… of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism 25 Year Anniversary Programme Theme: Nutrition and Metabolism: Translation in Action The celebration activities spread over November and include the two-day Introduction Course for new PhD Students with NUTRIM Café, Pizza Movie Night, Battle of the Departments Quiz and the Annual NUTRIM Symposium followed by dinner buffet and party. Organising Committee Prof. Dr. A. Schols Dr. R. Godschalk NUTRIM PhD Students’ Council A N N I V E R S A R Y A N N … deadline: 13 November; Max. two teams per department, max. 15 teams. Max. six persons per team. 22 November | Annual NUTRIM Symposium & Party Minderbroedersberg 4 - 6 / Muziekgieterij Boschstraat 7, Maastricht Registration at: www.mintonline.org/event-nutrim-day.asp, deadline 17 November A N N I V E R S A R Y25 YEARS NUTRIM NUTRIM Symposium and Party Programme 08.30 Registration and welcome NUTRIM: facts, figures and feeling 09.00 NUTRIM research Prof. Dr. Annemie Schols, Scientific … phenotypes, including changes in body composition, energetics, and use dysregulation and neurodegeneration as causes of frailty. His goal is to identify the biological and environmental mechanism that affects the speed of aging so that interventions can be identified that slow down the aging process, therefore preventing some of its negative consequences on physiology, pathology, physical and cognitive function, and quality of life. NUTRITION & METABOLISM: TRANSLATION IN ACTION NUTRIM LECTURE …