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Maastricht University is the most international university in the Netherlands and distinguishes itself with its innovative education model, international character and multidisciplinary approach to research and education.

Cutting-edge research
Research at Maastricht University is interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary in nature. It is inspired by contemporary social issues and seeks to contribute to their solutions. Researchers not only cooperate with colleagues from other disciplines and UM faculties, but also with Dutch and international institutions and businesses.

Curious to see what else they have to offer and browse their current vacancies? Check the website.

‘Future Food Systems: Evolution or Revolution’

Wednesday 13 December 2023 from 13:00 to 18:00

You are cordially invited to Future Food Utrecht’s Annual Symposium ‘Future Food Systems: Evolution or Revolution’.  Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking event that explores the future of food through three exciting themes:

• Sustainable Diets for Optimal Health

• Food Systems from the Animal's Perspective

• Fair Food Transitions

For the full programme, registration and more details, go to this webpage.

Erasmus University Rotterdam and Erasmus MC bring together a combined breadth and depth of expertise care that puts them in an excellent position to make interdisciplinary scientific and societal contributions concerning health and health care.

On this basis, the Erasmus Initiative “Smarter Choices for Better Health” (SCBH) stimulates collaboration between the various schools and departments and to help providing new, compelling answers to wicked health related problems in society.

From its start activities in SCBH have been organized in four Action Lines:

- Incentivizing Prevention
- Health Equity
- Outcome-based Healthcare
- Evaluation of Healthcare

After successful earlier events, SCBH will organize a new conference on November 30, 2023 (10:00 - 16:30h) on Campus Woudestein, providing another opportunity for this broader community to get together and discuss ongoing research and shared interests.

During the event, researchers involved in SCBH will present their (intermediate) results. At the same time we are very interested in other projects at the EUR that study related topics. 

More information about the programme, the Action Lines and registration: https://www.eur.nl/en/events/erasmus-initiative-smarter-choices-better-health-conference-2023-11-30

Ever thought about working at UMC Utrecht? They developed talent programs specifically for PhD-students, post-docs, assistant professors, associate and new full professors.

"The program offers opportunity for your vision and ambition, something we simply do not get around to in everyday life. That's very pleasant." states one of the participants of this talent programme. 

Read more about working at this medical centre as a scientist.

At the Faculty of Science of Utrecht University, team science is crucial in the pursuit of groundbreaking, interdisciplinary research and inspiring education.

In open dialogues and encouragement, we stimulate curiosity and new initiatives based on scientific and fundamental insights. We are convinced that colleagues with different skills and perspectives make our teams stronger.

"When I look ahead to the future I see myself continuing in education, but maybe with an even stronger interdisciplinary and international focus." says Serena Di Palma, Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutical sciences.

Read more personal stories of employees of the Faculty of Science (Utrecht University) and explore the career options at this faculty.

On November 13, the ELSA lab "AI for Sustainable Food Systems" at Wageningen University & Research is organizing an event where innovative software developers and hardware suppliers, researchers, policy makers and supply chain partners will discuss the latest trends and developments in AI. Topics of discussion are the opportunities and risks of AI applications in the food system.

During this event, software and hardware developers can learn about the new AI Act and also have the chance to experience an ELSA Scan demonstration. Furthermore, there will be ample opportunity to network with other key players in the AI agri-food system.

For researchers and funders, this event offers the opportunity to learn more about new AI developments from the field, such as autonomous tractors or picking robots. Furthermore, the working group on Agriculture & Food of the Dutch AI coalition (NL AIC) will give a presentation about new AI developments in agri-food systems in the Netherlands and the ELSA hub will share its vision with participants.

What? Event about trends in research and practice about ELSA in the food system

When? November 13, 2023, 09.30 – 17.00 (drinks afterwards)

Where? Wageningen Campus, Omnia building

For who? Software and hardware developers, financers, researchers and others active in AI in the food system

Please visit this webpage for more information about the event, a detailled programme and registration.

On Friday 27 October, the VU India Science Seminar is taking place. Four topics of joint VU Amsterdam – Indian collaborations are highlighted, and scientists a.o. from Indian Jawaharlal Nehru University and Indian Institute of Science are delivering sessions.

Target audience are early researchers, will you be there? You can register here (there are limited spots available per topic, so sign up soon).

“Ik vind het leuk om mensen en instituten uit verschillende vakgebieden bij elkaar te brengen. Vanuit mijn rol bij NWO sta ik echt aan de vooravond van innovatie en kennis. Hoewel het werk vrij individueel is, zijn we bij NWO altijd verantwoordelijk als team.” zegt Setareh Mohammadin, Programmacoördinator bij NWO (Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek).

Wil je graag werken aan het vernieuwen en verbeteren van de wetenschap? Lees meer over NWO als werkgever - Samen werken aan wetenschap.

“Radboud university medical center encourages you to look at the global picture. As a hospital, you are not in the spotlight, but you are able to make a difference in the world.” Jakko, clinical microbiologist

Will you join Radboudumc in making the difference and to have a significant impact on Healthcare?

Are you a young professional, interested in international cooperation & sustainable development and pursuing a career in this field? Then our AMID Young Professional traineeship (offered by the Radboud University Nijmegen since 1998, in cooperation with IDS University of Nairobi) might be interesting for you!

AMID Young Professional is an academic talent development programme at the Radboud University, transforming ambitious young professionals into the next generation of change agents working on the global goals. It gives you the opportunity to work at a paid position in an organisation in the field of international sustainable development and attend the academic programme to build your knowledge, skills and attitude.

The application for the AMID Young Professional programme 2023 will be open from September 15 to October 15, 2023.

More information about applying and the selection process can be found here.