News Tilburg University
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International Open Access Week 2023 – Workshop "Unlocking Open Access Book Publishing with Open Press”
12th October 2023To celebrate the importance and set the commitment to open access, the Library Research Support team is organizing a special World Café workshop titled "Unlocking Open Access Book Publishing with Open Press”. This workshop will provide the Tilburg University research community a hands-on opportunity to explore open access book publishing and community-driven initiatives through Open Press Tilburg University.
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Springer cap agreement expected to be reached in the end of October 2023
12th October 2023The agreement between Dutch Universities and Springer Nature for the period 2018-2023 covers a yearly maximum of 2067 articles per year. This agreement has allowed publishing open access in 2,000 hybrid journals at no cost to the author.
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De Gruyter content on trial for Tilburg University
12th October 2023Tilburg University Library is thrilled to announce two new De Gruyter trials! Whether you're diving into the depths of German literature or looking for a diverse range of eBooks, we've got you covered.
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Wim van de Donk to be presented with Visser-Neerlandia Award on October 13
12th October 2023As King’s Commissioner for the province of North Brabant, Professor Wim van de Donk worked to strengthen collaboration between North Brabant and Flanders. In recognition of this achievement, the ANV (Algemeen Nederlands Verbond) will present him with the annual Visser-Neerlandia Award in Leuven on October 13.
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Gerard van den Berg appointed to Tilburg University Board of Governors
11th October 2023Professor Gerard van den Berg has been appointed to the Board of Governors of Tilburg University as of October 1, 2023. Van den Berg is a professor at the University of Groningen (RUG) and the Groningen University Medical Center (UMCG). The Board of Governors monitors the objectives of the university and functions as its supervisory council.
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Perspectives on broad prosperity: ESB launches podcast series with Tilburg University professors
11th October 2023How prosperous is the Netherlands? Will the next generation fare better or worse? In a 14-part podcast series, economic journal ESB invites researchers from Tilburg University to join thought-provoking conversations with policymakers, politicians and academics from other universities. The series kicks off with professor Kim Putters.
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Program boosts research infrastructure: “We are going to build bridges between disciplines”
09th October 2023Research infrastructure is as essential to scientists as highways are to truck drivers. Today’s data explosion, however, has caused the existing scientific road network to rapidly become outdated. That is why Tilburg University is heavily investing in research infrastructure through a program by and for scientists that is as fundamental as it is practical.
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Consortium receives NWO subsidy for research on more effective treatment of depression
04th October 2023Depression is the leading cause of disability. Patients receive treatment on a trial-and-error basis because it is unknown which treatment will benefit a patient. The BOOST Depression consortium will use artificial intelligence to develop biomarkers that can predict treatment outcome and guide the selection of the best treatment for each patient.
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Wim van de Donk on connecting and collaborating: “Using other muscles than the ones we normally use”
04th October 2023This era of transitions requires ways of connecting and collaborating that go beyond the boundaries of disciplines and organizations. By pursuing such avenues, Tilburg University seeks to increase its contribution to society.
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‘I'd like a handgun, please’: American states that allow instant gun purchases have more domestic homicides
03rd October 2023In many parts of America, you can walk into a gun store and walk out with a firearm. But in some states, there's a mandatory waiting period for gun purchases. Behavioral economist David Schindler delved into the effects of handgun waiting periods. He found that they prevent hundreds of gun deaths each year—especially reducing the risk of women dying from gun violence in their home after a domestic dispute.
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No water in Library: toilets and coffee machines out of order
02nd October 2023Due to a malfunction, there will be no water in Building L on Monday morning, October 2 - expected until 10.00 hrs. approximately. During the malfunction, the toilets and coffee machines in Library will be out of order. Facilities may be diverted to other buildings on campus where facilities are working.
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Eight Tilburg University programs rated as best in their fields
29th September 2023In the Elsevier Beste Studies 2023 ranking, that was published on Thursday, September 28, two Tilburg University Bachelor’s programs and six Master’s programs are rated as the best of their kind.
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Business backs Master’s in Finance sustainability program
29th September 2023At the Department of Finance (TiSEM), the first students to take the Master’s track in sustainability graduated this summer. These graduates have learned to value companies not only on the basis of economic factors, but also on their ESG profile.
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Expression of support for those affected by the Erasmus University Rotterdam shooting incident
29th September 2023Today the flags are at half staff on our campus. We are shocked and saddened by the tragic incident that took place in Rotterdam yesterday. We would like to express our deepest support and condolences to the Erasmus University Rotterdam community.
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New MindLabs building officially opened
28th September 2023On Wednesday, September 27, the Grand Opening of the new MindLabs building in Spoorzone took place. We celebrated this moment together with the other founders and members of MindLabs, partners, colleagues and invited guests.