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A clear compass: LUMC develops PhD Thesis Framework for PhD candidates 27 January 2026It is not always clear to PhD candidates what their thesis requirements are. This causes uncertainty about expectations and can lead to delays. The LU...
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Friendship between people with and without disabilities: ‘Often valuable for both parties’ 27 January 2026Despite increasing attention to inclusion, loneliness statistics are not improving for people with intellectual disabilities. University lecturer Paul...
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School pupils introduced to languages during profile choice afternoon 26 January 2026Last Tuesday, the Herta Mohr building was filled with secondary school pupils. During the profile choice afternoon, they were introduced to various as...
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MA International Relations Hosts Roundtable on Duterte’s ICC Detention and the Global Politics of Justice 26 January 2026The Hague, 29 October 2025 — The MA International Relations program at Leiden University convened a roundtable forum at Leiden University The Hague Ca...
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Alicia Schrikker appointed professor of Dutch History in the World 25 January 2026The Executive Board of Leiden University has appointed Dr Alicia Schrikker as Professor of Dutch History in the World, effective 1 January 2026. The c...
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Vice-Rector Erwin Muller taking on new role at Council of State 23 January 2026Vice-Rector of Organisational Development and former FGGA Dean, Erwin Muller, will take up the position of State Councillor at the Advisory Division o...
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From sovereignty at sea to self-determination: the geopolitics of Greenland 22 January 2026Who holds rights to Greenland’s surrounding waters and natural resources? Which interests are at stake and for whose benefit? We put these questions t...
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A quick call with Nathan Saucier about how the LLInC studio can help you enhance your teaching and research 22 January 2026From practicing ultrasound techniques in augmented reality to chatting with virtual ancient Greeks about what an archaeological site looked like back ...
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New platform to accelerate cardiac drug development 22 January 2026Researchers from Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) and the Leiden-based biotech company Ncardia have joined forces to develop a new platform tha...
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Suicide prevention professor: ‘Talking saves lives’ 20 January 2026How can we as a society prevent suicide? According to Professor of Suicide Prevention Renske Gilissen, a better understanding and targeted action coul...
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Acquisition of oldest map of Dutch island Dejima in Japan 20 January 2026Houses, warehouses, wells, a mooring and even a stable. All of this can be seen on the oldest known map of the island of Dejima acquired by Leiden Uni...
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Rector Magnificus Sarah de Rijcke introduces herself: ‘I believe in collaboration’ 20 January 2026Professor Sarah de Rijcke became the new Rector Magnificus of Leiden University on 15 January 2026. She introduces herself and shares what motivates h...
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Call for Papers: Third Humanities and International Relations Graduate Conference 20 January 2026In our rapidly evolving and interconnected world, the study of International Relations has expanded beyond conventional disciplinary boundaries. Leide...
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What could bring about change in Iran? 20 January 2026With ongoing protests across Iran, many are asking whether the regime is on the brink of collapse. What sparked the protests, what do Iranians want an...
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Who advised the government in the seventeenth century? ‘It’s interesting to see who was considered an expert.’ 20 January 2026What do you do as a government if you are at a loss? You ask an expert for help. In the seventeenth-century Republic of the Seven United Netherlands, ...