Congres/symposium

Freshwater is an important resource, but at a great risk of species decline due to habitat loss, pollution and over-exploitation, and invasive alien species.

Alles met betrekking tot politiek, bestuur en communicatie valt samen in dit domein. Als cursist voor de bekende Public Affairs basis- en verdiepingsleergang wordt de verbinding tussen de politieke en maatschappelijke omgeving gelegd en krijg je inzicht in politieke en bestuurlijke processen. Daarnaast…

Monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL) is the principal enzyme responsible for hydrolysis of the endocannabinoid 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG). MAGL inhibition provides several potential therapeutic opportunities, including anti-nociceptive, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer activity.

We have conducted a full spectral line survey of the 3-13 micron region of two massive protostars, AFGL 2591 and AFGL 2136, for the first time at high spectral resolution.

We have studied shape with a particular focus on the zebrafish model system. The shape is an essential appearance of the phenotype of a biological specimen and it can be used to read out a current state or response or to study gene expression.

Promotor: Ronald Cramer, Co-promotor: Serge Fehr

Can we distinguish the effects of pesticides from other abiotic and biotic factors that occur in the field? And how do these factors interact with pesticides?

Promotores: Prof.dr. G.A. Persoon & Prof. dr. H.H. de Iongh

In this thesis an activity-based probe was discovered that could visualize the activity of PLAATs. With an optimized gel-based ABPP assay in hand, screening of a compound library led to the discovery of alpha-ketoamides as a hit for PLAAT3.

The work presented in this thesis is based on ALMA surveys of protoplanetary disks in three star-forming regions: Lupus, OMC-2, and NGC 2024.

Cardiovascular diseases are the primary cause of death in the world with atherosclerosis as primary underlying cause.

The study of orchid flowers, fruits, and inflorescences is crucial due to the remarkable diversity of orchid species and their unique adaptations to pollinators and seed dispersers. However, our understanding of the evolution and development of these organs within the orchid family remains limited.

The expedition commanded by Nicolas Baudin to Tenerife, Mauritius, Australia, Timor and South Africa in 1800-1804 is fully researched in regard to ornithology.

This study attempts to understand how indigenous community institutions pose an important role in sustainable community-based development, including the integration between local culture and development.

In his dissertation Michiel Hooykaas outlines the results of six empirical research projects focused at biodiversity awareness in the Netherlands, specifically people’s knowledge about animals.

De afdeling Europees recht verzorgt onderwijs in de bachelor en in de master.

Promotores: Prof.dr. P.C.W. Hogendoorn & Prof.dr. H.P. Spaink Co-promotor: Dr. B.E. Snaar-Jagalska

The soil ecosystem consists of the largest reservoir of biodiversity on Earth.

Promotor: A.H. Meijer, Co-promotor: B.E. Snaar-Jagalska

Leiden University and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management are involved in a collaboration in the form of a research project titled 'Data-Driven Risk Assessment in Infrastructure Networks'

Material outflows from industrial economies.

New drugs for use as tuberculosis (TB) treatment are needed due to the constrains of classical antibiotics against TB and the rise of antibiotic-resistant strains, making TB a harder and harder disease to treat.

Promotores: Prof.dr. H.S. Overkleeft, Prof.dr. G.A. van der Marel

The complexity of an intelligence problem determines to a great extent the certainty that can be provided by intelligence and security services.

Exploring linkages between energy and material use and implications for sustainable development.

This research delves into the unique cultural approach of the Tenggerese people, an Indigenous community in East Java, Indonesia, regarding elderly care. It focuses on their traditional practices of bakti (‘filial piety’) and sayan (‘mutual aid’), deeply ingrained in the community's lifestyle and va…

The majority (80%) of e-waste generated globally are recycled informally in developing countries.

Promotores: J. Kok, M. Chaudron (Chalmers University)

Promotores: Prof.dr. F. van Lunteren, Prof.dr. F.S. Gaastra

Alles met betrekking tot politiek, bestuur en communicatie valt samen in dit domein. Als cursist voor de bekende Public Affairs basis- en verdiepingsleergang wordt de verbinding tussen de politieke en maatschappelijke omgeving gelegd en krijg je inzicht in politieke en bestuurlijke processen. Daarnaast…

As a non-invasive genetic method, eDNA based approaches have become an important component of ecologists' and environmental managers' toolkits for biomonitoring in conservation and an increasingly important source of ecological knowledge.

Promotor: J. van der Greef; Co-promotor: E. van Wijk, M. Wang

Op 23 februari 2022 verdedigde Cale Davis het proefschrift 'Prosecutorial Discretion in International Criminal Justice'. Het promotieonderzoek is begeleid door prof.dr. C. Stahn en dr. J.C. Powderly.

In human cells, a meter-long DNA is condensed inside a micrometer-sized cell nucleus. Simultaneously, the genetic code must remain accessible for its replication and transcription to functional proteins.

The long-held desire - to link structure directly to function and to explain molecular mechanisms based on basic chemical or physical principles - is finally coming closer, satisfying not only our scientific curiosity but also offering new solutions to the many challenges in the field of health, energy…

Studievoorlichting

Governance and Global Affairs, Institute of Security and Global Affairs

Moritz Jesse has been awarded a Jean Monnet Chair by the European Commission. In his MIND-EU Project he will focus on a coherent way to teach Migration, Integration, and Non-Discrimination at Leiden Law School at bachelor and master level.

GLOBOX is a spatially differentiated multimedia fate, exposure and effect model. It is used for the calculation of spatially differentiated LCA characterisation factors on a global scale.

Sociale Wetenschappen, Politieke Wetenschap

Wiskunde en Natuurwetenschappen, Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)

Hoe pakken we urgente maatschappelijke vraagstukken aan via bestuur? De Master of Public Administration biedt een unieke multi-level benadering met drie specialisaties die passen bij jouw interesses.

Decaan van de Faculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid prof. Joanne van der Leun is gekozen tot nieuwe voorzitter van de landelijke Raad van Decanen Rechtsgeleerdheid. Hiermee volgt ze prof. Ton Hol van de Universiteit Utrecht op.

How should jurisdictions, both on the national and on the supra-national level, handle the interaction between public and private law where it regards the regulation of financial markets?

Met haar project WetSuite wil Meuwese AI-technieken die gebruikt kunnen worden om juridische overheidsdocumenten te analyseren toegankelijk maken voor een brede groep onderzoekers.

Mark Rutgers is herbenoemd als decaan van de Faculteit Geesteswetenschappen. Na een eerste termijn die vooral intern was georiënteerd, moet de blik nu naar buiten.

Promotores: G.R. de Snoo, B. Sinsin, Co-Promotor: H.H. de Iongh

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