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Synthetic peptides, nucleic acids and molecular probes to study ADP-Ribosylation
This thesis presents the first synthetic peptides ADP-ribosylated on serine, threonine, tyrosine, arginine and cysteine.
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Von Willebrand disease and von Willebrand factor: an old story, a new perspective
PhD defence
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Bujangga Manik, or Java in the Fifteenth Century
Alexander West defended his thesis on 20 May 2021
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Separating quantum and classical computing: rigorous proof and practical application
This thesis probes under what conditions quantum computing presents an advantage over classical computing.
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UV Photodesorption and Photoconversion of Interstellar Ices
This thesis is an experimental study of the UV irradiation of the interstellar ice analogues, relevant for the different stages of the star and planet formation sequence.
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Global metabolomics and lipidomics approaches to probe virus-host interactions
The outbreaks of AIDS and COVID-19 showed clearly how infectious viruses can influence people’s lives. Investigating the changes in the host metabolism may provide a paradigm shift to consider immune-metabolic interactions as therapeutic targets.
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Studi sosiolinguistik bahasa Fataluku di Lautem
Edegar da Conceição Savio defended his thesis on 28 January 2016
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Essentiality of conserved amino acid residues in β-lactamase
Evolution acts via mutations in amino acid sequences. Substitution of essential amino acids leads to a nonfunctional protein. l.
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Navigating the future with chronic kidney disease. Towards patient- centred prognostic modelling in nephrology
PhD defence
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On cluster algebras and topological string theory
My PhD research is devoted to studies of the conjectural cluster-algebraic symmetry in the theory of topological string, which is the simplest, however already non-trivial sector in the theory of string.
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Core cross-linked polymeric micelles based on polypept(o)ides: from secondary structure formation of polypeptides to functional cross-linking
This thesis aimed to investigate core cross-linked polymeric micelles (CCPMs) and expand their potential for the delivery of hydrophobic drugs and co-factors.
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Question-Based Clinical Development of Vaccines to Address Global Health Priorities
PhD defence
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Spin transport and superconductivity in half-metallic nanowires and junctions
The interest of this thesis lies in spin transport in normal metals and superconducting half-metallic junctions.
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Gravitational waves through the cosmic web
The first direct detection of gravitational waves opened the possibility of mapping the Universe via this new and independent messenger.
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Pharmacological quest for gold: pursuing safer opioid analgesia
PhD defence
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Functional fluorescent materials and migration dynamics of neural progenitor cells
In this thesis, time-lapse fluorescent microscopy plays a pivotal role in investigating functional materials within living cells as well as the migratory behaviour of neural progenitor cells.
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Algorithm for Structural Variant Detection
Structural variants (SVs) are the hidden architecture of the human genome, and are critical for us to understand diseases, evolution, and so on.
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Synthesis and Characterization of Boron, Nitrogen, and Carbon-Based Two-Dimensional Materials
This thesis comprises the development of reproducible synthesis procedures for two-dimensional materials (composed of boron, nitrogen and carbon) on different metallic surfaces.
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Topological decoding of biomolecular fold complexity
Biological polymers, including proteins and the genome, undergo folding processes crucial for their proper functioning. Even slight changes in the folding structure of these biopolymers can have significant implications, leading to the development of various pathological conditions, such as neurodegenerative…
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Design of homogeneous water oxidation catalysts
To design the ideal water oxidation catalyst, understanding of the catalytic mechanism and decomposition pathways is essential.
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On topological properties of massless fermions in a magnetic field
Make more fluid: In condensed matter systems, electrons can acquire unusual properties from their interaction with the atomic lattice.
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Predicting time-to-event outcomes under different intervention strategies: methods and applications
PhD defence
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Interactions of symplectic topology with singularity theory
In this thesis we examine certain phenomena in symplectic topology which are related to the theory of isolated singularities.
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From vulnerable plaque to patient: an anatomic and hemodynamic evaluation using coronary computed tomography angiography
PhD defence
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PhD
The Institute of Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology (CADS) of Leiden University hosts almost 50 PhD candidates working on a wide variety of topics.
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Admission
Find out how the admission procedures for PhD candidates at LUCAS are structured.
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University Teaching Qualification
On this page, you'll find comprehensive information about the training sessions that support your journey to obtaining the University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) — an integral component of professional development for educators.
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PhD
Doing a PhD at the Institute of Psychology can be an exciting experience. On this webpage we provide you with the necessary information on application, registration, the Graduate School and Training and regulations. Leiden University’s Institute of Psychology offers you a professional and supporting…
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About the programme
The two-year Research Master in Asian Studies equips you with advanced and in-depth knowledge of a region and discipline within the field of Asian Studies.
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PhD support
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Admission to the Graduate School
Thank you for your interest in doing PhD research at the Leiden Graduate School of Humanities. Below you will find information on how to start your PhD at Humanities in Leiden.
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Teachers, curriculum and purposes of education: Connecting theory and practice
How can we gain insights in the connection between teaching practices and theoretical elaborations of purposes of education?
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Student teachers’ commitment to teaching
What are relationships between student teachers’ personal characteristics, learning experiences and perception of external environmental aspects impacting teacher career and their commitment to teaching?
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Effects of intermediate assessments on study behaviour, time on task and achievement
What is the optimal way to utilise intermediate assessment in improving study behaviour and study success?
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What's mine is yours and what's yours is mine: Teacher communities as a means to increase adoption of Open Educational Resources in curricula
Open Educational Resources (OER) have the potential to change teaching in Higher Education, but adoption is low despite the growing amount of resources available. The current project aims to investigate if and how teacher communities can foster adoption of OER in curricula.
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Teacher identity and teacher’s professional development in an intercultural context
The present project aims to provide valuable insights for the professional development of international teachers, and also for improving the quality of foreign language education.
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Professional development of VET teachers in the context of work placement
This project focuses on vocational teachers’ professional development in work placement. Teachers’ learning motivation, learning experience and learning outcomes within work placement will be explored in depth.
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Students’ interests and their higher educational choice
How do students’ interests develop over time and which interests are subsequently pursued in the higher educational choice of students?
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Supporting interaction and reducing bias in a diverse online class using a technological intervention: Investigating the effect grouping mechanism
In a virtual game environment, one of the positive effects of anonymity is the absence of one's prejudice toward others, which can give a person the freedom to change and experiment (Bartle, 2003). This project will adopt anonymity to be added to online cross-cultural collaborative learning in higher…
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Characteristics and conditions of reflective dialogue in the context of Dutch primary school teachers that collaborate and work together
Reflective dialogue is an effective instrument for professional learning of teachers. This research considers the characteristics, development, stimulating and limiting conditions for reflective dialogues in the context of Dutch primary school teachers who collaborate and learn together. The goal is…
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Self-directed learning with mobile technology in higher education
Language learners in higher education increasingly conduct out-of-class self-directed learning facilitated by mobile technology. This project aims to explore how university students use mobile technology for their self-directed language learning and investigate factors that influence their self-directed…
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The Development of the Pivot State Concept Based on Mackinder’s Heartland Theory
The research addresses the question of “what is the impact of geopolitical changes to the pivot states in the Middle East? With special focus on Turkey, Iran and Saudi Arabia.”
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Conceptualising and developing the practice of CLIL teachers
How do teachers conceptualise, develop and implement an effective CLIL practice?
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NWO funding possibilities
The Dutch Research Council (NWO) offers two grants that may support PhD candidates.
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Teacher motivation and teaching
University-school partnerships are important constellations for teachers’ professional learning. The present study investigates how both teacher characteristics and contextual factors are related to teachers’ motivation to participate in the university-school partnership, and the relationship between…
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An Improvisatory Approach to Nineteenth-Century Music
In the field of Western art music, improvisation has become a much discussed topic. In this interdisciplinary study I argue that in this context, improvisation is not to be seen as a quasi-autonomous skill or art form, but as an aspect of music-making in general.
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Working with dashboards: the influence of teachers’ knowledge and skills on acting with dashboards in education
Which basic characteristics and skills and knowledge influence the use of and actions based on real-time student data presented on a teacher dashboard in primary education?
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Indefinite integration through recognition based heuristic search
Towards a framework that integrates content-based and process-based accounts of mathematical thinking
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Learning labs in conservatoire education
Music profession requires strong reflective, collaborative, creative and improvisational skills, yet prevailing one-to-one tuition in conservatoire education focuses mainly on transmission of craft skills. Examining effects of students' collaborative and experiential learning, as in learning labs, creates…