“My PhD thesis shows what the military and medical worlds can learn from each other’’
The thesis of Steven Hornstra examines how military education can be further strengthened to enhance the quality and operational effectiveness of Defence. “I hope my research will indirectly contribute to preventing war.”
Brightlands Heerlen celebrates 10th anniversary with new name and launch AI Valley
16 September 2026
While Brightlands in Heerlen began ten years ago as a smart services initiative, the focus is now on the development and application of data and artificial intelligence. This shift is reflected in a new name: Brightlands Data & AI Campus.
Dutch University Funds launch second awareness campaign: ‘Leaving a Legacy for Science’
14 September 2026
Together with the twelve other university funds in the Netherlands, University Fund Limburg is once again joining forces to launch a nationwide campaign highlighting the opportunity to leave a legacy to science.
How can moves within the care home sector be made more dignified? New research offers guidance
9 September 2026
The national RELOCARE study on dignified relocations within the care home sector makes recommendations on how to make relocations in the care home sector more dignified. The research report was presented to Minister Mirjam Sterk.
Unique collaboration shows the work of the people behind Open Science
7 September 2026
What contribution do knowledge workers make to Open Science, and how visible is their work within academia? Yannis Stavrakakis, Penelope Bollini and Bart Penders reflect on their work and the recognition it receives.
How GenAI is changing the skills of highly educated entry-level employees
3 September 2026
GenAI is changing the skills expected of highly educated graduates. The emphasis is increasingly on specialist ICT skills, collaboration and creativity, research by Barbara Belfi of the Research Centre for Education and the Labour Market (ROA) shows.