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… 2015 Zoekresultaten UM researchers Jessica Hartmann and Conny Quaedflieg received a Rubicon grant from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO), which gives the promising researchers the opportunity to gain international research experience. They plan on using the grant to spend two years in Australia and Germany, respectively. Jessica Hartmann will research sleep disorders and psychosis at the University of Melbourne’s Orygen National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental … quote: ‘Veni, vidi, vici.’ The NWO chose the name Rubicon in 2005 for its individual programme that aims to facilitate post-doctoral researchers in the field of science. This round had 97 applicants, twenty-one of which were awarded a grant. Gaining experience abroad is an important career step for many researchers. test … UM researchers Jessica Hartmann and Conny Quaedflieg received a Rubicon grant from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO), which gives the promising researchers the opportunity to gain international research experience. They plan on using the grant to spend two years in Australia and Germany, respectively. … UM researchers Jessica Hartmann and Conny Quaedflieg received a Rubicon grant from the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO). … Two …
… Healthy Primary School of the Future’ (De Gezonde Basisschool van de Toekomst, GBT) shows promising results: children who participate in the GBT programme exercise more, eat healthier and maintain a healthier weight. In addition, teachers and pupils experience notably fewer conflicts and less bullying behaviour in the classroom. In 2015, the experiment started in Parkstad at four of the MOVARE foundation schools: two ‘nutrition-and-exercise schools’ where everything was introduced, two ‘exercise … Healthy Primary School of the Future’ (De Gezonde Basisschool van de Toekomst, GBT) shows promising results: children who participate in the GBT programme exercise more, eat healthier and maintain a healthier weight. In addition, teachers and pupils experience notably fewer conflicts and less bullying behaviour in the classroom. … An interim evaluation of the project ‘The Healthy Primary School of the Future’ (De Gezonde Basisschool van de Toekomst, GBT) shows promising results: children who …
… 10 december 2020 Zoekresultaten On 10 December, Studio Europa Maastricht launches Boulevard Europa , the alternative for those who miss the vibrant life in the streets. Boulevard Europa offers an online and interactive experience as alternative for the annual three-day Maastricht Europe Days, without losing sight of the value of public debate on Europe. What can you expect? Scientist offer insights and information to visitors at the Knowledge Quarter and people can follow and strike up a lively discussion with journalists on the Square of Immersion. In the Cultural Alley, visitors experience Europe on the silver screen and Workplace Europe offers opportunities for collaboration and interaction across the Euregion. After opening its doors, Boulevard Europa will remain the online meeting place where we collectively shape the … at Studio Europa 11 December, starting at 20.00: La Última Primavera 12 December, starting at 14.00: Heart of Democracy and after-talk with director Suzanne Raes Here you will find more information about the films and tickets. There is much more to experience and discover when exploring the squares and alleys of Boulevard Europa, including our successful podcast series Café Europe, the first edition of the European Cartoon Award and a flashback to the Dress to Protest collection of Europe. Studio …
… in my degree programme, especially how it helped me improve my analytical skills, critical ability, and interviewing techniques during the exercises with patient interactions. What is the most extraordinary, memorable or wonderful thing you have experienced in your job? What is the most extraordinary, memorable or wonderful thing you have experienced in your job? Christel: My children sometimes tell me about running into someone their age -- for example through their circle of friends, or during a night out or at university -- and hearing what I meant to them, or simply that I was a … self, wherever or in whatever position I am working. What do you do in your job? At the time, why did you decide to study BA Health Sciences at UM? What makes your job so enjoyable? What is the most extraordinary, memorable or wonderful thing you have experienced in your job? Where do you see yourself in the future? … This column features three alumni from the same study programme. This time: alumni from the BA Health Sciences at UM. … This column features three alumni from the same study programme. …
… 41,5 million euros in free and curiosity-driven research. NWO's Talent scheme Together with Vidi and Vici, Veni is part of NWO’s Talent Scheme. Veni is aimed at excellent researchers who have recently obtained their doctorate. Vidi grants are aimed at experienced researchers who have carried out successful research for a number of years after obtaining their PhDs. Researchers in the Talent Scheme are free to submit their own subject for funding. NWO thus encourages curiosity-driven and innovative … their doctorate and who are still at the beginning of their scientific career. VIDI grants The three UM laureates will work on the following research projects: … The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has awarded a Vidi grant worth 800,000 euros to three experienced UM researchers: Dr. Jordi Heijman (CARIM), Dr. Ali Jahanshahianvar (MHeNs) and Dr. Bettina Sorger (FPN). … Eight NWO grants for talented UM researchers …
… in 2018, is one of 18 Dutch science talents selected to conduct research at institutes abroad with a Rubicon grant from the Dutch Research Council (NWO). The Rubicon programme offers young, promising scientists the chance to gain international experience. Imre Kouw will be putting her research proposal into practice in Adelaide, Australia. Imre Kouw studies the effects of artificial nutrition on patients in intensive care. Artificial nutrition is often delivered non-stop, partly for … Royal Adelaide Hospital. ‘Complex physiological research is conducted there on nutrition in IC patients,’ Kouw says. ‘What’s more, the research techniques and expertise applicable to my research are optimal.’ Top institutes For many scientists, experience abroad is an important step in their careers. The Rubicon grant enables young researchers to conduct studies at top institutes such as Stanford and Harvard. Of the 74 researchers who applied last year, 18 have recently been awarded a grant. … in 2018, is one of 18 Dutch science talents selected to conduct research at institutes abroad with a Rubicon grant from the Dutch Research Council (NWO). The Rubicon programme offers young, promising scientists the chance to gain international experience. Imre Kouw will be putting her research proposal into practice in Adelaide, Australia. … Imre Kouw, who received her PhD from Maastricht University in 2018, is one of 18 Dutch science talents selected to conduct research at institutes abroad …
… the ‘water rush hour’ starting at 5 pm. A period of the day when most people decide to use water, whether that be taking a shower or watering their gardens, it exerts pressure on the water system. In turn, the competition has brought her some exciting experiences and a summer job at WML. Femke Kools This story is part of our series Students going the extra mile . What opened Melanie’s eyes to the importance of sustainability “During my exchange semester at Sophia University in Tokyo I was welcomed … her to finding the sustainability science and policy master’s programme in Maastricht. “It not only offers more insight into sustainability but also is a great bridge with my political science background. And I enjoyed the prospect of being able to experience Limburg life, because my father’s family originate from this region.” What is the water rush hour? One day in the Autumn Semester of last year, Diederik van Duuren, a former UM masters’ student who now works at WML, came to present the Water … the final and won first prize. “The others had larger teams, had very interesting technical concepts, so my ‘little campaign’ felt underwhelming. But it’s feasible and flexible, so I guess that’s what they liked.” What Melanie took with her from the experience Melanie looks back on a great experience. “That I can actually do something, that the professionals from WML believed in my idea - that was awesome.” She won an innovation cheque to develop her idea further with the company: and was offered …
… 8 april 2020 Zoekresultaten Maastricht Graduate School of Governance … “It was an exciting day and a great learning experience, especially given the time pressure, the intensity of the challenge and having to work with a new team,” said Apoorva Shankar, looking back on this year's NASPAA-Batten Student Simulation Competition 2020. … How to make a city sustainable — …
… maart 2019 Zoekresultaten The project ‘Entrepreneurial Thinking for Female Researchers’, led by Dr. Dorina Baltag, was launched on Wednesday 27 February. This event took the form of a panel discussion where speakers shared their knowledge and personal experiences on the issue of dealing with uncertainty that early-career researchers face when they want to enter the labour market. Prof. dr. Sophie Vanhoonacker (Dean of FASoS) raised the issue of the gender gap on the academic labour market based on the numbers from the report of the ‘Monitor Vrouwelijke Hoogleraren’, that shows more male rather than female professors in Dutch universities. One of the solutions to address this gap shared by prof. Vanhoonacker comes from her experience at Maastricht University, where she has encountered a positive development at FASoS in creation of policies for women. She also talked about the important role for early-career researchers to develop employability competencies and … limited availability. … The project ‘Entrepreneurial Thinking for Female Researchers’, led by Dr. Dorina Baltag, was launched on Wednesday 27 February. This event took the form of a panel discussion where speakers shared their knowledge and personal experiences on the issue of dealing with uncertainty that early-career researchers face when they want to enter the labour market. … The project ‘Entrepreneurial Thinking for Female Researchers’, led by Dr. Dorina Baltag, was launched on Wednesday 27 …
… about migration,” said Adam Hussain, a British student of the UM/UNU-MERIT master's programme: Public Policy and Humand Development. “I was able to spread the knowledge that I have acquired to people who do not study the subject. It was a fulfilling experience to move away from theory and to see that my studies have a real-life application.” For his fellow student Julia Pohl, a German-Turkish national, it was hearing the point of view of smaller states and villages in Europe that struck her most. … had the chance to attend the event on behalf of the neighbouring municipality of Meerssen. Varying levels of integration During one of the workshops, the various delegations were invited to split into smaller groups to exchange their views and experiences on the topic of multiculturalism in Europe. More specifically, they were asked to discuss how the influx of new citizens, both Europeans and non-Europeans, had impacted local culture, and to present initiatives that municipalities could … views and that we have to be able to talk about sensitive issues without judging. Being judgmental impedes the possibility of conducting a constructive discussion. I think that this is one of the most important lessons that I will take home from this experience,” said Alexe. Reflecting back on the three-day event, the students said that it had helped them to develop a better understanding of Europe and a stronger connection with fellow Europeans. “Bottom-up independent citizens’ initiatives such as …