In his inaugural lecture on 11 March, professor Ralph Meulenbroeks outlined what is needed to strengthen scientific literacy among young people.

This dissertation, titled “When everything is falling on you: working carers capabilities to reconcile care and employment,” examines how long-term care (LTC) systems and flexible working arrangements ...

Researchers at Utrecht University have quantitatively mapped the three-dimensional structure of photonic supraparticles for the first time. Until now, researchers could only examine the outer surface ...

On small, uninhabited islands – where there are few other sources of food – bird droppings can have a major impact on plant growth.

Insurance against climate risks, research from U.S.E. shows. Production strategies are adapted, there is less risky migration and more children are able to go to school.

The team of researchers compared the occurrence of aggressive behaviours in 22 zoo-housed groups of chimpanzees and bonobos. While no difference was found in overall aggression, the team did find that ...

Good lecturers deserve recognition. During the OnderwijsFestival on 5 March, the winners of the UU Teacher Awards 2026 were announced. Marijke de Belder took home the title of Outstanding Teacher of ...

PhD Defense: A Vision for AI-driven Neural Implants Towards Ethically Responsible Translation ...

This thesis focuses on improving outcomes for women with breast cancer by strengthening shared decision-making between patients and healthcare professionals. As breast cancer treatment often involves ...

The PHARMIGA consortium has been awarded a multi-million euro investment to build a national research network focused on developing medicines based on IgA antibodies.

T cells are highly adaptable white blood cells that protect us from infections, cancer, and other threats. To do their job, T cells must rapidly switch from a quiet resting state to an active, energy ...

With climate scientist Michiel Baatsen on climate models. How do you deal with uncertainty?