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… to be proved wrong. They even admit, especially with master’s courses and third-year bachelor’s courses, that they learn from their students.” There is something about PBL’s roots in the 1970s, she agrees, that “really fits the Dutch culture. But my experience is that it can work around the world. Academics project their initial resistance onto their students, and there’s no need. Problem-Based Learning really is possible everywhere, and in every discipline.” Looking back on her time at SBE, what …
… amidst all these heart diseases, it's useful to occasionally zoom out and take a broader view. That's precisely the goal of the Maastricht CardioMyoPathy Register (mCMP, cardiomyopathy being a medical term for heart diseases). This register maps the experiences of people with heart diseases, with the hope of gaining new insights into the development and treatment of these conditions. But how do the scientists ensure the safety of all patient data? Dr. Michiel Henkens, a researcher at the … the data collection remains organized. Additionally, a physician can only access information from patients within their own hospital, which enhances data security." Cardiologist Vanessa van Empel Dr. Vanessa van Empel, a cardiologist at MUMC+, has experience in sharing patient research data: "By being able to share data, we can extract much more information, which is essential for good and innovative research. However, we always share data anonymously, without any personal identifiers, only …
… held citywide, the second for residents in the low-income neighbourhoods of northwest Maastricht. The new laws of the ‘participatory society’ were set to demand a lot from citizens in terms of mutual support, and we wanted to ask residents how they experienced their quality of life. A key focus during those meetings was the question ‘What is important to citizens when it comes to health and wellbeing?’ “ One thing that came to the fore was that citizens are prepared to help each other, but they … neighbourhood and the lives of its residents.” Klasien Horstman What can you tell us about the everyday activities of the UniversiteitmetdeBuurt? “ There are diverse initiatives; for example, a monthly philosophy café where residents can talk, share experiences and gain new insights. We also played a role in the creation of the SamenGroener foundation, which focuses on making neighbourhoods greener and more social. They’re now working on revitalising the Viegenpark in the Malpertuis district with … on making use of the knowledge of local citizens. An example is the Beihuis, a neighbourhood meeting place in the Brusselse Poort shopping centre. The Beihuis is open to everyone and offers activities including games, life-story writing, training from experience experts on recovering from illness or injury, and other activities related to resilience and recovery.” Mare Knibbe, Sanne Raap and Klasien Horstman launched 'UniversiteitmetdeBuurt'. Who can use UniversiteitmetdeBuurt? “ Everyone. We don’t …
… into the world right there on the ground. When the mother was holding her daughter in her arms, she said, ‘This is Victoria’. It was so moving. I’ve just visited her again. She’s now two and a half years old and growing steadily. It was partly that experience that made me want to do gynaecology. You’re present at one of a person’s most beautiful moments in life, but if things go wrong, it’s one of the worst.” Freedom What makes her so committed and decided? It’s not everybody who goes abroad and … In Shirati I learnt about medicine, but also about cultural differences and language. I’ve always enjoyed that; it’s a combination I feel at home with.” Her mother even spent two weeks in Shirati, where they worked side by side. “It was a valuable experience for both of us. She found it very special to see me in such a leading role. Here in Maastricht you learn to look beyond your own familiar world. I got so much out of my internship.” Victoria and Victoria … It began in 2015 in Shirati, a …
… on from the sidelines. Does Gauck deserve this honour? “Absolutely. He’s a very popular president with few opponents. That in itself is an achievement.” Gauck, born in 1940 in the northern city of Rostock, grew up under the dictatorship of the GDR. He experienced the terror of communism first-hand when his father vanished without a trace and spent several years imprisoned in a Siberian labour camp. The young Gauck was left with a deep-seated distrust of the system. After refusing to join the … scene. He spent ten years working on kilometres’ worth of Stasi archives, aware of how sensitive it would be for some people. And he didn’t act out of revenge or resentment, which is something that shouldn’t be taken for granted, considering his own experiences. Instead he opted for a nuanced and just approach. I think this is what led people in Germany to take a different view of their own past. Not everyone who collaborated with the Stasi was inherently bad or immoral – people were influenced …
… and UNU-MERIT will allow him to expand his research field beyond the Netherlands. The importance of an international dialogue on immigration control “The Migration and Development research group at UNU-MERIT has excellent contacts and extensive experience in conducting fieldwork outside of Europe. Nowadays, a lot of immigration control is relocated outside of Europe’s borders. I want to further study the perceived legitimacy of immigration control from the perspective of countries of origin …
Mothers who make use of the HPV Vaccination Decision Aid, a new, interactive website, are better informed and more willing to have their daughters vaccinated against HPV than mothers who do not. This is the main conclusion of research conducted by Mirjam Pot, who recently defended her PhD at Maastricht University.
… about sexual transgressive behaviour came in during the INKOM. "Every incident is one too many, but we are there for every report. If you want to talk or need support, UM is there for you," says Joyce. "Research has shown that many people who experience sexually transgressive behaviour do not tell others. Some tell those around them and even a smaller number go to an authority." Follow-up activities According to Joyce, it is important to keep the topic under the spotlight so that people …
… emphasises knowledge exchange and collaboration among young universities. Open Science plays a vital role in these interactions. UM engages in YERUN's Open Science working group meetings, where institutions discuss emerging OS themes and share their experiences to collectively advance Open Science initiatives. In short, Open Science is not merely a buzzword at UM but a tangible commitment driving innovation, collaboration and societal impact. In the words of Dennie Hebels, "In the end, we all …
… “The flexibility Maastricht University offers allowed me to switch between faculties and understand what I truly wanted to pursue”. My research is worth spending money on Before conducting research, you need funding. Something that every scientist experiences. Eleonora learned about the economic models employed in drug development, enabling her to understand the financial perspectives in academic and industrial settings. “It will help me realise my future research projects. Even in the upcoming …