1,632 zoekresultaten voor “discoverer of the year” in de Publieke website
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Evaluation of the zebrafish embryo as an alternative model for hepatotoxicity testing
Promotor: Prof.dr. B. van de Water, Co-promotores: L.T.M. van der Ven, A.S. Kienhuis
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Discovery and exploitation of the transcriptional regulatory system of pectinases in Aspergillus niger
Pectin is a plant cell wall polysaccharide made of mainly D-galacturonic acid (GA) subunits. The potency of the filamentous fungus Aspergillus niger to naturally secrete high amounts of pectinases to degrade pectin has been utilized for the industrial production of pectinases.
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A search for transient reductions in the speed of sound of the inflaton in cosmological data, and other topics
Promotor: Prof.dr. A. Achucarro
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Explicit Computation of the Height of a Gross-Schoen Cycle
Arithmetic geometry concerns the number-theoretic properties of geometric objects defined by polynomials. Mathematicians are interested in the rational solutions to these geometric objects.
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Stress-induced modulation of the innate immune system in cardiovascular disease
Promotor: Prof.dr. J. Kuiper
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Aspects of the analysis of cell imagery: from shape to understanding
In this thesis, we have studied cell images from two types of cells, including pollen grains and the immune cells, neutrophils. These images are captured using a bright field microscope and a confocal microscope.
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Chemical functionalization of the graphene surface for electrical and electrochemical sensing application
Advanced sensing techniques require graphene with high quality and well-controlled surface chemistry.
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In vitro investigation of the photoprotection mechanism of Light Harvesting Complex II
Solar energy is used by photosynthetic organisms to drive energy required cellular processes. Is absorbed by two groups of pigments, located in the LHCs.
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Fungi of the greening Arctic: compositional and functional shifts in response to climatic changes
Promotor: E.F. Smets Co-promotor: J. Geml
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The EU’s Conceptualisation of the Rule of Law in its External Relations: Case Studies on Development Cooperation and Enlargement
Op 26 juni 2019 verdedigde Lisa Louwerse haar proefschrift 'The EU’s Conceptualisation of the Rule of Law in its External Relations: Case Studies on Development Cooperation and Enlargement'. Het promotieonderzoek is begeleid door promotor prof. mr. C.A.P. Hillion.
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Asia and the UN
Subproject of the ERC project 'Challenging the Liberal World Order from Within: The Invisible History of the United Nations and the Global South'.
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Multi-omics studies of the control of growth and antibiotic production of Streptomyces
Actinobacteria are Gram-positive bacteria that have a complex multicellular life cycle and are well known for their ability to produce a wide range of bioactive natural products (NPs).
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The noise of the hunt: effects of noise on predator-prey relationships in a marine ecosystem
The effects of anthropogenic noise on interactions between predators and their prey are still little understood.
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Ecology of the Ethiopian wolf in a changing landscape: Human carnivore interactions in Afroalpine ecosystems of Ethiopia
Do Ethiopian wolves change their diet and foraging strategy in the landscape under different land uses? How land use affect Afro-alpine rodent Communities? How important are Afro-alpine natural resources utilisation for local livelihoods? What is the human perception of conflict in the Afro-alpine a…
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Systematics and biogeography of the rattan Calamus javensis complex (Arecaceae, Calamoideae) in Malesia
Calamus javensis is polymorphic. Morphometry and molecular approach resulted in all names used in the complex are regarded as synonyms of C. javensis except C. tenompokensis, which is retained as a distinct species. One variety is here recognized, C. javensis var. polyphyllus (including C. acuminatu…
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Accurate modeling of the dynamics of dissociative chemisorption on metal surfaces
Fundamental understanding of molecular reactions on metal surfaces is important for improving heterogeneous catalysis.
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Validity in teacher assessment. An exploration of the judgement processes of assessors
In dit proefschrift staat validiteit in de beoordeling van docentcompetenties centraal.
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Measuring sustainability: an elaboration and application of the system of environmental-economic accounting for Indonesia
Indonesia is experiencing various environmental challenges related to its fast economic growth. Therefore, it is necessary to have measurable and applicable indicators to obtain accurate data and information regarding the costs of adverse environmental impacts arising from economic activities to support…
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Time is of the essence: investigating kinetic interactions between drug, endogenous neuropeptides and receptor
Promotor: A.P. IJzerman Co-promotor: L.H. Heitman
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Iber Kasehatan in Sukamiskin: Utilisation of the Plural Health Information and Communication System in the Sunda Region of West Java, Indonesia
This study has been carried out in the community of Sukamiskin, a kelurahan (‘village’) in Bandung, the Capital of West Java Province, located in the Sunda Region of Indonesia.
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Effects of the early social environment on song and preference learning in zebra finches
Songbirds as vocal learners learn their songs and song preference from social tutors. Tutor choice for both song and preference learning are important to characterize for understanding individual learning performance and cultural transmission of song.
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African Activism at the UN
Subproject of the ERC project 'Challenging the Liberal World Order from Within: The Invisible History of the United Nations and the Global South'.
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Van Ham, Thomassen, Aarts & Andeweg (eds), Myth and Reality of the Legitimacy Crisis
Beleeft de democratie daadwerkelijk een legitimiteitscrisis? De auteurs toetsen de stelling dat gevestigde democratieën aan legitimiteit inboeten. Voorts bekijken zij in hoeverre bestaande theorieën de legitimiteitscrisis zien en verklaren. Ook onderzoeken zij nieuwe mogelijkheden voor het bestuderen…
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Mechanistic modelling of drug target binding kinetics as determinant of the time course of drug action in vivo
Drug-target binding kinetics determine the time course of the central event in pharmacotherapy: Drug-target interaction.
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Furthering the fight against impunity in Latin America: the contributions of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights to domestic accountability
Op 3 december 2019 verdedigde Hanna Bosdriesz haar proefschrift 'Furthering the fight against impunity in Latin America: the contributions of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights to domestic accountability processes'. Het promotieonderzoek is begeleid door promotoren prof.dr. L.J. van den Herik…
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UN 2.0: Ten Innovations for Global Governance 75 Years beyond San Francisco
Dr. Joris Larik, universitair docent vergelijkend, EU- en internationaal recht bij LUC The Hague, is coauteur van het rapport 'UN 2.0: Ten Innovations for Global Governance 75 Years beyond San Francisco'.
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developments in automated structure solution and crystallographic studies of the Sso10a2 and human C1 inhibitor protein
Promotor: Prof.dr. J.P. Abrahams, Co-Promotor: N.S. Pannu
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Novel role of the AT-HOOK MOTIF NUCLEAR LOCALIZED 15 gene in Arabidopsis meristem activity and longevity
Plant architecture has distinct forms in different plant species, but also within a species the finalarchitecture of a plant is determined by its gradual development and changes therein induced by environmental conditions during the plant’s life cycle.
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longitudinal analysis of different dimensions of the desistance process among long-term prisoners in the Netherlands
Op 5 september 2019 verdedigde Jennifer Doekhie haar proefschrift 'Dimensions of desistance: A qualitative longitudinal analysis of different dimensions of the desistance process among long-term prisoners in the Netherlands'. Het promotieonderzoek is begeleid door promotor prof.dr. P. Nieuwbeerta.
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Disentangling a complex genus: systematics, biogeography and bioactivity of the genus Phyllanthus L. and related genera of tribe Phyllantheae (Phyllanthaceae)
The largest genus within the Phyllanthaceae family is a group called Phyllanthus L. Recent studies have shown, that Phyllanthus is paraphyletic with the genera Glochidion, Breynia and Synostemon nested within it.
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Astrophysical plasma modeling of the hot Universe: Advances and challenges in high-resolution X-ray spectroscopy
Hot astrophysical plasma is ubiquitous in the Universe, from comets in our Solar system to the largest scale structures -- the cosmic web filaments. These hot plasmas, with the temperature of a few millions of degrees, are often observed in the X-ray wavelength range.
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Ecology of the Ethiopian wolf (Canis simensis Rüppell 1835) in a changing landscape: Human carnivore interactions in Afroalpine ecosystems of
Ethiopian wolves are endangered diurnal Afroalpine rodent hunters. I investigated the interaction between wolves, rodents and human land use in Borena Sayint National Park (BSNP), Abune Yosef and Aboi Gara in Ethiopia.
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Antiquities of the rainforest: evolution of mycoheterotrophic angiosperms growing on Glomeromycota
Promotor: Prof.dr. E.F. Smets
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Symposium: At the Ends of the Earth? How novel methods and approaches are changing our understanding of Central Asian landscapes and objectscapes
Symposium
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Latin America and the UN
Subproject of the ERC project 'Challenging the Liberal World Order from Within: The Invisible History of the United Nations and the Global South'.
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The Weight of Nations
Material outflows from industrial economies.
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Why Minor Powers Risk Wars with Major Powers: A Comparative Study of the Post-Cold War Era
Aan de hand van een reeks case studies in Irak, Moldavië en Servië gedurende het post-Koude Oorlogstijdperk, onderzoekt dit boek asymmetrische conflicten waarbij de strijdende partijen een grote ongelijkheid in machtsposities vertonen.
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Dynamics of the renin-angiotensin aldosterone system in dogs: circadian variations in physiological conditions and in relation to angiotensin-converting
Promotor: Prof.dr. M. Danhof
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Lokal: indigenous medical knowledge and practice for integrated nursing of the elderly with cardiovascular disease in Sumedang, West Java: towards
The different kinds of cultural perspectives on health and disease of the participants are related to their knowledge, beliefs, values and practices manifested in various forms of lifestyle in Indonesia. The cultural diversity of the population is also related to differences in health behaviour.
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The Heritage Arena
In Europe a number of production and communication strategies have long tried to establish local products as resources for local development. At the foot of the Alps, this scenario appears in all its contradictions, especially in relation to cheese production. The Heritage Arena focuses on the saga…
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Ontdekker van het Jaar Irene Battisti wil het onzichtbare zien
Irene Battisti is de ontdekker van het jaar 2019. De natuurkundige won de C.J. Kok Publieksprijs voor haar onderzoek naar microscopie en supergeleiders.
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Knowledge of Medicinal, Aromatic and Cosmetic (MAC) Plants in the Utilisation of the Plural Medical System in Pirgos and Praitoria for Community
Promotor: Prof.dr. L.J. Slikkerveer
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Layered loyalties: the Natuurkundige Commissie in the Netherlands Indies (1820-1850)
This dissertation, Layered Loyalties: The Natuurkundige Commissie in the Netherlands Indies (1820-1850), studies the Natuurkundige Commissie.
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Savannah Landscapes for the future
Celebrating 20 years of Environmental Research and Education in Northern Cameroon
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Neutrinos From the Milky Way
Promotor: Prof.dr. M. de Jong
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Development of a consistent methodology for assessment of the combined effects of metal-based chemicals to lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.)
Hoe kan de methode om de gecombineerde effecten van metaal-gebaseerde chemische stoffetn te bepalen worden verbeterd?
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Vooruitkijken naar ‘The Next Ten Years’ bij LDE-jubileumbijeenkomst
De strategische alliantie Leiden-Delft-Erasmus Universities bestaat tien jaar in 2022. Tijdens de jubileumbijeenkomst ‘The Next Ten Years’ in de Faculty Club op 12 april keken de partners terug op wat er bereikt is en werd er vooruitgekeken naar de grote maatschappelijk uitdagingen van de komende tien…
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Chasing cosmic tau neutrinos in the abyss
In this work the reconstruction of a tau neutrino signal in the KM3NeT detector is discussed.
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Early death of massive galaxies in the distant universe
Promotor: M. Franx, Co-Promotor: I.F. Labbé
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Boeklancering 'The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child’
Het boek 'The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child' is het resultaat van internationale wetenschappelijke congres - '25 Years CRC' – dat plaatsvond in november 2014 in Leiden ter gelegenheid van de 25e verjaardag van het VN-Kinderrechtenverdrag.