400 search results for “sara cell differentiation” in the Student website
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How to hijack natural destruction in cells: ‘We need to understand it through and through’
Destroying proteins from the Golgi apparatus of the cell in a controlled manner. That is the focus of chemist Marta Artola’s pioneering research. By developing a groundbreaking technology to target specific proteins in the Golgi, Artola aims to unlock new ways for drug development. For this ambitious…
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Tunnel vision alarm in the search for more efficient hydrogen cells
A tenacious postdoc researcher persuaded Professor Marc Koper to research the oxygen reduction reaction. In Koper's eyes, there was little of interest there. But they promptly discovered a whole new way to improve fuel cells on hydrogen and oxygen. Their article appeared in Nature Catalysis on 07 Ju…
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Leiden chemists discover new ways in which single-celled organisms organise their DNA
It has only recently been discovered that single-celled organisms (bacteria and archaea) also have histones—proteins that structure DNA. Now, Leiden PhD candidate Samuel Schwab has found that the histones in these organisms are much more diverse than previously thought. Schwab and his colleagues describe…
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Peter BouwmanFaculty of Science
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technique uncovers disease-related changes in tiny droplets within our cells
Understanding the behaviour of tiny droplets in our cells could aid the search for new treatments. A team of Leiden researchers has developed a groundbreaking method to study how these droplets transition from liquid to solid. This change plays a role in various diseases, including neurodegenerative…
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Hossam Ahmed: ‘Listen to your students’
Three Humanities lecturers received the Senior Teaching Qualification (SKO) this year. Lecturer Hossam Ahmed is one of them. What does he think makes for good education?
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Bart KramerFaculty of Science
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Joost WillemseFaculty of Science
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Sylvia Le DévédecFaculty of Science
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Remko OffringaFaculty of Science
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Bob van de WaterFaculty of Science
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Alireza Mashaghi TabariFaculty of Science
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Herman SpainkFaculty of Science
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Cecile HerbermannFaculty of Science
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Nina SchultenFaculty of Science
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Ferdinand TeichertFaculty of Science
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Rafaella BuzatuFaculty of Science
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Yuting WangFaculty of Science
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Elena EgorovaFaculty of Science
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Cecilia Mignanti
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Nasi LiuFaculty of Science
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Marjolijn LugthartFaculty of Science
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Dario BijkerFaculty of Science
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Muhammad Ibrahim
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Martijn Moné
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Who are the winners of the Psychology Prizes of 2025?
Psychology teacher of the year is Laura Nawijn. The Master Thesis Awards are for Max Kalisvaart and David Hof. Lee Aldar wins the PhD Paper Prize. The PhD Wild Card Prize 'Resilient Scientist' is won by Anastasiia Myronenko, Anne Versluis, Annemarie ten Kate, Ashley Smit, Fabian Wolters, Gita Nadinda,…
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Leiden University honours Lex van der Eb with University Medal
Leiden University has awarded its prestigious University Medal to Emeritus Professor Lex van der Eb. As a pioneer in genetics and molecular biology, he received this honour for his services to science and his key role in the development of the Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP).
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Useful links for language support
At the Writing Lab we will help you in all stages of the academic writing process, whether you would like help with planning or structuring your text, for example. We do not check grammar and spelling, however. For those who would like help in these areas, we here provide several useful links. We have…
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Chenlin FengFaculty of Science
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Daisy BatenburgFaculty of Science
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Andraniek Evadgian
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‘Kinderen worden te weinig gezien als slachtoffer van femicide’
Wat weten we over de kinderen die achterblijven na (ex-)partnerdoding? Regisseur Sara Kolster en hoogleraar Marieke Liem sloegen de handen ineen om deze groep slachtoffers in beeld te brengen: met de indrukwekkende documentaire ‘Blauwdruk’ en nieuwe cijfers uit de Femicide Monitor.
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Behind the scenes
Want to know how students experience various aspects of the programme? Read the news items below for a look behind the scenes!
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New Year's Reception Faculty of Science
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Leiden University celebrates curiosity at 449th Dies Natalis
How has evolution shaped our curiosity? And how does that curiosity ensure that we now have the technological ability to discover whether we are alone in the universe? This was all covered during the celebration of Leiden University’s 449th Dies Natalis.
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3D-printed mini-tumours: a leap forward in improving cancer immunotherapy
Leiden researchers have developed a groundbreaking model to advance cancer immunotherapy. Using a 3D printer, they create mini-tumors within an environment that closely mimics human tissue. They have also developed a method to monitor real-time interactions of these mini-tumours with immune cells during…
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Studying
It is possible to develop and improve your study skills. By using the SMART method you can learn to study strategically, be academically competent, have confidence about taking exams and manage your time well. Of course all this is only possible if you put in enough hours.
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Mick van SchaickFaculty of Science
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Britt DuijndamFaculty of Science
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Klara BeslmüllerFaculty of Science
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Ine TijdensFaculty of Science
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Hanneke LeegwaterFaculty of Science
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Zoran GavricFaculty of Science
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Elsje BurgersFaculty of Science
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Jaco van VeldhovenFaculty of Science
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Marina Gorostiola GonzálezFaculty of Science
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Xuesong WangFaculty of Science
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Kirsten VeltmanFaculty of Science
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Jiahang SuFaculty of Science