Despite improved survival rates, children with cancer often experience adverse effects affecting their physical functioning during treatment. They are also vulnerable to low levels of physical ...

On 10 February 2026, Utrecht University officially opened its newest experimental research facility – the Utrecht University ...

Colorectal cancer (colorectal carcinoma) is being detected at an early stage (T1) more frequently, mainly due to the introduction of population screening programs. In most cases, the tumor can be ...

I want to understand why so many people do not make use of government support,' says Lars Tummers about his research project 'Welfare Walls' for which he receives a NWO VICI grant.

Hydrologist Marc Bierkens and mountain hydrologist Walter Immerzeel have received major grants for two research projects, each worth $9.5 million, which are part of Virtual Institute for Earth’s Water ...

How cancer cells die from chemotherapy: a new pathway. We have been treating cancer by damaging the DNA of tumor cells for over a hundred years, for example with radiation and che ...

Chimpanzees are seen as aggressive and bonobos as peaceful. But a new study shows that, in zoos, chimpanzees are not more aggressive than bonobos.

Thanks to the new approach, NS can respond more quickly and effectively to unexpected changes or disruptions in the timetable.

Primary school takes part in Great Math Day . This year’s theme highlights several new core objectives for arithmetic and mathematics. These were recently adopted and will come ...

Research shows high concentrations of olivine enriched water can hinder development of pacific oyster embryo's.

Every month, Emeritus Professor of University History Leen Dorsman explores an essential episode in Utrecht University’s long history. This time: the university’s anniversary.

In his inaugural lecture on 11 March, professor Ralph Meulenbroeks outlined what is needed to strengthen scientific literacy among young people.