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Özge Gökdemir and Devrim Dumludağ reveal differences in competitive behaviour between women in the Netherlands
Economists and spouses Dr Özge Gökdemir and Professor Devrim Dumludağ conducted a study for Maastricht University that reveals differences in competitive behaviour between women in the Netherlands.
Alumna Josje Weusten: Successfully embracing creative writing
In the series ‘From Alumnus to Author’, we shine a spotlight on UM alumni who share their knowledge and experiences through books. Alumna Josje Weusten published her first novel, Fake Fish, in 2024.
Cans for a good cause
Anyone who thinks all students do is study and party hasn’t met Emma Daalmans and Cristian Rusu. The former and current presidents of study association JFV Ouranos are currently raising money for charity.
International research collaboration for a greener planet
As countries seek cleaner energy solutions, green hydrogen has emerged as a key factor in the transition to a sustainable future. Maastricht University has taken a leading role in a collaborative research project.
Budget cuts hit UM: protest on 14 November sorely needed
Behind the scenes, we have been working for months to stop the government from dealing an irreparable blow to Maastricht University in particular and to Dutch education and research in general. Now it is time to make our voices heard even more loudly.
Julia: “If you have dyslexia, you’re no less smart. Your brain just works differently.”
Medical student Julia Schepers has known she has dyslexia since high school. When she started her studies at Maastricht University three years ago, she went straight to Disability Support to ask for guidance.
