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Education 15 December 2020

Campus closed again, except for exams and a few students

Universities and universities of applied sciences will revert to teaching exclusively online again, the Prime Minister Mark Rutte announced during his speech to the nation on Monday evening. But exams and practical lessons can still be held on campus.
Science 14 December 2020

‘Should one always refuse to partner up with controversial companies?’

Huawei, a company VU Amsterdam works with, has tested software on behalf of the Chinese government for recognizing Uighurs – an oppressed Muslim minority in China -as was uncovered by The Washington Post recently. However, nothing has to change for…
Science 7 December 2020

Scientists attack politicians in KNAW debate

“What do our universities need?” asked activists and managers during an online debate organised by the KNAW science association. The ideas discussed ranged from calls for a strike to criticism of turning a blind eye to inappropriate behaviour.
Internationalization 30 November 2020

Government sets rules for cooperation with foreign knowledge institutions

Universities, universities of applied sciences and other knowledge institutions need to improve their awareness of the risks associated with international cooperation, the government believes. Some researchers may no longer be granted visas.
Education 26 November 2020

Value of diplomas not diminished by pandemic, says Education Minister

In a recent letter to parliament, Minister of Education Ingrid van Engelshoven writes that the coronavirus crisis has dealt a major blow to both the higher education and vocational education sectors. Despite the present concerns, however, the final attainment levels…
Science 23 November 2020

Abuse of power in a small world

Our standards are changing when it comes to transgressive behaviour in the workplace. But not fast enough, says university professor Naomi Ellemers, chair of the KNAW committee that will advise on undesirable behaviour in science.
Education 20 November 2020

We shouldn’t waste students’ years of brilliance

LONGREAD – Honours students in the Department of Informatics have been given the opportunity to lead a research project to earn credits. To date, more than ten students have taken the plunge.
Science 19 November 2020

Rise of female professors stops

It may take until the year 2043 until there are as many female as male professors. The rapid increase in the number of female professors hired appears to have slowed down again. The growth of women in science recently appeared…
Science 12 November 2020

‘The coronavirus crisis will widen the gap between men and women’

If female scientists become less productive in areas where schools are in lockdown, it’s because care responsibilities at home are not distributed equally, says researcher Bahar Mehmani.
Science 10 November 2020

Female scientists slipping behind during the coronavirus pandemic

Scientists have been strikingly productive since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, but a clear difference can be seen between men and women. This could be the result of the fact that care duties are imbalanced and more often than…
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