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Brexit and the Economics of Federalism
With Brexit, Yellow Jackets and EU-scepticism dominating the news and everyday discussions, I would like to direct our blog readers’ attention to some of the lessons that law and economics can offer to the (polarizing) debate on the future of the EU.
- EN Veilig werken met- en transport van vloeibare stikstof HSB V1.1.pdf (247.42 KB, PDF)… Safe handling liquid nitrogen Version 1.0 08/2024 info-hsb@maastrichtuniversity.nl page 1/5 Safe handling and transport of liquid nitrogen Introduction To ensure safety for you and your colleagues, and to gain access to the liquid nitrogen drain facility in the bamboo garden UNS50, reading this instruction supplemented by practical instructions from the Armico is mandatory. In case of questions or ambiguities surrounding these work instructions, please always consult the Armico or contact HSB. Hazards and risks of liquid nitrogen Normally, the oxygen concentration in the air we breathe is about 21% (v/v). Any reduction in the oxygen concentration below this 21% should be considered hazardous where precautions should be taken. … without warning and die of asphyxiation. Fellow workers trying to rescue the victim may suffer the same fate. Safe working methods Handling liquid nitrogen and personal protective equipment - Make sure that hands and/or uncovered skin never come into contact with liquid nitrogen. So not even quickly fishing up an ep or cryotube from a Dewarvat! (A Dewar vessel is a small transport vessel for liquid nitrogen) - Avoid contact with pipes (and other parts connected to them) through which …
- report_survey_um_minor_sustainable_development_0.pdf (570.92 KB, PDF)… Results survey UM Minor Sustainable Development among Bachelor students Background Maastricht University (UM) launched the Sustainable UM 2030 programme in 2018. Under the programme an Education for Sustainable Development team was set up to help facilitate the process of making UM a more sustainable institution through various education projects and activities. One of its current ambitions includes the development of a UM-wide Minor … related to the idea of having the survey sent to all UM Bachelor students email accounts, which was reject on central level. Therefore, other means were used to inform students about the survey which included actions conducted by the Green Office, contacting education and programme directors, contacting participants of the Sustainable Research and Education Kickoff, and the use of personal contacts. Results Whilst the outcome of the survey cannot be considered representative due to the fragmented manner of distribution, the 400 responses do provide some insightful results for the Minor SD. From the 400, 335 were Bachelor students and 65 indicated others. The results …
- report_survey_um_minor_sustainable_development.pdf (570.92 KB, PDF)… Results survey UM Minor Sustainable Development among Bachelor students Background Maastricht University (UM) launched the Sustainable UM 2030 programme in 2018. Under the programme an Education for Sustainable Development team was set up to help facilitate the process of making UM a more sustainable institution through various education projects and activities. One of its current ambitions includes the development of a UM-wide Minor … related to the idea of having the survey sent to all UM Bachelor students email accounts, which was reject on central level. Therefore, other means were used to inform students about the survey which included actions conducted by the Green Office, contacting education and programme directors, contacting participants of the Sustainable Research and Education Kickoff, and the use of personal contacts. Results Whilst the outcome of the survey cannot be considered representative due to the fragmented manner of distribution, the 400 responses do provide some insightful results for the Minor SD. From the 400, 335 were Bachelor students and 65 indicated others. The results …
- mya_-_position_paper_on_recognition_and_rewards_policy_0.pdf (136.4 KB, PDF)… and Rewards Academics are experiencing increasing work pressure, a trend that is expected to persist. Various surveys have reported the consequences of factors such as insecurity in career development and limited financial means from the state combined with the increasing competition for external research funding and the ever-present mandate to publish. The experiences of the last year have only underlined the need for this discussion. All of academia is overwhelmed by, for example, pressure to deal with online education, and … a team. 3. What is our common vision on what constitutes a fulfilling career? The underlying, highly personal question of what it means to have a fulfilling career has been completely overpowered by a focus on what the next level of promotion is. The reality is that the UFO (university job classification) defines academic roles and how they relate to each other, which is strongly connected with ‘formation plans’ that decide how many of each category of positions can exist in a certain unit or …
- cce-systemiq-reshaping-plastics-executive-summary.pdf (1.85 MB, PDF)… and GHG reductions. The scenarios presented in this report are not the only possible scenarios, they are one view among an almost infinite number of scenario variations that can be generated. However, they are intended to be the most illuminating combination of pathways to guide plastics systems decision making within and between stakeholder groups. There can be no assurance that estimates or projections will be realized, that forward-looking statements will materialize, or that actual results will not be materially different to those presented. All forward-looking statements included are based on information available on the date hereof. The “ReShaping Plastics” report was … the Plastic Wave: A Comprehensive Assessment of Pathways Towards Stopping Ocean Plastic Pollution” - a first-of-its-kind model of the global plastics system that describes how to radically reduce ocean plastic pollution. For more information, contact us at plastic@systemiq.earth or visit www.systemiq.earth About SYSTEMIQ 2 https://www.systemiq.earth/breakingtheplasticwave/ https://www.systemiq.earth/breakingtheplasticwave/ https://www.systemiq.earth/breakingtheplasticwave/ Plastic is both …
- csg_evidence map.pdf (2.98 MB, PDF)… If you have been the victim of a sexual assault, it’s important to get help as soon as possible. Your best option is the Sexual Assault Center, which can help you within 7 days. This gives professionals the best chance of fi nding any (forensic) evidence left by your assailant too. www.centrumseksueelgeweld.nl Call 0800-0188 Free (and anonymous) Chat with us on chatmetcsg.nl Free (and anonymous) We advise you to opt for the green track. This will ensure that you have the best support possible, now and in the future. You decide which track you want to choose. Contact with the CSG stops Advice to victim: arrange psychological care him/herself As soon as you can REPORT to policePossibility to involve a victim lawyer Other options will be discussed (like psychological care) DO NOT REPORT to police Sexual Assault At 1 location I DON’T want to involve the police at this stage Call within 72 hours if you can! Informative meeting with the police Investigation of forensic evidence IS still possible I DO want contact with the police Investigation of forensic evidence is NOT possible Medical examination I DO’NT WANT a case manager I WANT a case manager The CSG will discuss all of the help we are able to offer I DON’T want any contact with the police …
- csg_sporenkaart_en_a5-liggend_web.pdf (2.99 MB, PDF)… If you have been the victim of a sexual assault, it’s important to get help as soon as possible. Your best option is the Sexual Assault Center, which can help you within 7 days. This gives professionals the best chance of fi nding any (forensic) evidence left by your assailant too. www.centrumseksueelgeweld.nl Call 0800-0188 Free (and anonymous) Chat with us on chatmetcsg.nl Free (and anonymous) We advise you to opt for the green track. This will ensure that you have the best support possible, now and in the future. You decide which track you want to choose. Contact with the CSG stops Advice to victim: arrange psychological care him/herself As soon as you can REPORT to policePossibility to involve a victim lawyer Other options will be discussed (like psychological care) DO NOT REPORT to police Sexual Assault At 1 location I DON’T want to involve the police at this stage Call within 72 hours if you can! Informative meeting with the police Investigation of forensic evidence IS still possible I DO want contact with the police Investigation of forensic evidence is NOT possible Medical examination I DO’NT WANT a case manager I WANT a case manager The CSG will discuss all of the help we are able to offer I DON’T want any contact with the police …
Hoe smaakt het heelal?
Gerco Onderwater onderzoekt hij de smaak van het heelal en bewaakt hij de smaak van het Maastricht Science Programme. Tijdens zijn oratie, 31 mei, gaf hij een voorproefje van zijn werk voor beiden.