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Regio Deal Noord-Limburg accelerates research into robotics, AI, and autonomous cultivation
Thanks to funding from the Regio Deal Noord-Limburg II, Maastricht University can further expand its research into robotics and artificial intelligence for autonomous systems in horticulture.
Portrait of Anna Harris, endowed professor and Tasmanian maker
Anna Harris, recently inaugurated professor of Anthropology and Medicine, has travelled a long way—from medical training on the other side of the world to research that explores how the senses and material creativity shape medical practice.
Hylke Dijkstra appointed UM Europe Chair at Studio Europa Maastricht
Hylke Dijkstra will join Studio Europa Maastricht as Maastricht University (UM) Europe Chair on 1 September 2026. Studio Europa Maastricht is the centre of expertise at Maastricht University for Europe-related research, policy and public debate.
Responsible use of AI at school starts with parents
eEucation also stands to gain a great deal from the safe and effective use of artificial intelligence. Parents, in particular, can play a crucial role, which is why they are actively involved in a new project to develop teaching materials about AI.
“Epidemiology is more relevant than ever”
In 2026, the Department of Epidemiology at the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Professors Matty Weijenberg and IJmert Kant on how the field has evolved and why it is more important today than ever before.
Why Open Science Matters: how the Barcelona Declaration makes research more impactful
With the signing of the Barcelona Declaration during the Open Science Festival Limburg, Maastricht University pushes for greater openness, autonomy, and collaboration in research. Why are Open Science and research information so important?
