In this work, we illustrate unconventional approaches towards the fabrication of edge functionalized graphene nanostructures and bidimensional architectures in polymeric and metallic supports, with an outlook towards molecular sensing devices.

Promotor: R.D. Gill, F. Taroni

Patterned detectors are an existing technology that can be found in almost all color cameras.

Promotores: Prof.dr. J. Aarts, Prof.dr. J.M. van Ruitenbeek

This thesis manuscript explores the use of video games as tools for conceptual exploration and academic research.

Global Environmental Extensions Multi-Regional Input-Output (EE-MRIO) analysis is often used to analyze how changes in global and national demand for products lead to socioeconomic and environmental impacts at the national level.

Promotor: T.H. Oosterkamp

Promotor: Roeland M.H. Merks

According to the amyloid cascade hypothesis, accumulation of beta-amyloid (Aβ) peptides initiates the pathological cascade in Alzheimer's disease (AD).

Promotor: S.M. Verduyn Lunel, Co-promotor: O.W. van Gaans

Promotor: Prof.dr. M.L. van Hecke, Co-Promotor: V. Vitelli

This thesis investigated miniaturized mass spectrometry (MS)-based analytical methods to address challenges in analyzing biomass-restricted biological samples.

The increasing resistance of pathogenic bacteria to antibiotics necessitates the discovery of new medicines.

This PhD-thesis presents a study on micron-sized particles, so-called colloids. By controlling the chemical and physical properties of these particles, such as the interparticle interaction and the particles’ shape, colloids can act as building blocks that self-assembly into larger structures.

In this thesis we investigate cosmology and the large scale structure of the Universe using cosmological simulations.

Promotors: Prof.dr. P.J. Punt, Prof.dr. C.A.M.J.J. van den Hondel

Promotor: Prof.dr. M. Ubbink

Promotor: A. Kros

The focus of the described research in this thesis is on the oxidative stress response (Nrf2 pathway). The aim of the research presented in this thesis is to obtain more information concerning microRNAs which are involved in the Nrf2 pathway, to determine and evaluate the application of microRNAs for…

Promotor: J.N. Kok, P.E. Slagboom Co-promotor: J.F.J. Laros

Promotor: Prof.dr. W.Th.F. den Hollander, Co-promotor: R. Fernandez.

This thesis investigates the contribution of quantum computers to machine learning, a field called Quantum Machine Learning. Quantum Machine Learning promises innovative perspectives and methods for solving complex problems in machine learning, leveraging the unique capabilities of quantum computers…

This thesis investigates the application of deep learning techniques in image analysis across various domains, focusing on four main themes: feature extraction, classification, segmentation, and integration, demonstrating the transformative potential of these technologies.

Promotor: H.W. Lenstra

Promotor: Prof.dr. S. Portegies Zwart

The thesis explores micromammal fossils from the Afşar section in Anatolia, a crucial locality for understanding the Pliocene epoch and the transition to the Villafranchian Age.

Promotores: W. Jiskoot, F. Ossendorp

How did we come into existence? Are we alone? These questions have driven humans for centuries.

Toll-like receptors (TLRs) are central components of the innate immune system, functioning as pattern recognition receptors that detect microbial- and damage-associated molecular patterns and initiate antimicrobial and inflammatory responses.

De master History van de Universiteit Leiden heeft een sterk internationaal karakter en focust op Europese- en niet-Europese geschiedenis vanuit een globale context.

De master Literary Studies van de Universiteit Leiden biedt een gespecialiseerde kwalificatie in één van vier talen (Engels, Frans, Duits en Italiaans) en culturen, of een vergelijkend perspectief op literatuur en cultuur. Elk programma biedt veel ruimte voor individuele keuzes.

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.

Promotores: H.S. Overkleeft, G.A. van der Marel, Co-Promotor: R.G. Boot

Multi-objective evolutionary computation aims to find high quality (Pareto optimal) solutions that represent the trade-off between multiple objectives.

This thesis investigates how galaxies form and what diversifies the evolutionary histories of galaxies.

On a structural level, the properties featured by a majority of mechanical metamaterials can be ascribed to the finite number of soft internal degrees-of freedom allowing for low-energy deformations.

Op 12 januari 2022 verdedigde Mirjam Franke het proefschrift 'Over de grens van de onrechtmatige daad'. Het promotieonderzoek is begeleid door prof.mr. A.G. Castermans en prof.mr. J.H. Crijns.

Artificiele Intelligentie en Ethiek bij de Politie

This thesis addresses the urgent challenge of antimicrobial resistance through the discovery and modification of natural product antibiotics.

Antibiotic resistance is a growing global health threat, while the development of new antibiotics has slowed.

Promotie

Het is moeilijk om de waarde en het belang van mensenrechten te ontkennen, en toch wordt hun toepassing in de context van klimaatverandering steeds meer betwist. Terwijl sommigen beweren dat het moeilijk is om de schending van mensenrechten door klimaatveranderingsprocessen vast te stellen, beweren…

This thesis discusses the discovery potential of Intensity Frontier experiments.

This thesis focused on the exploration of monolayer graphene as a membrane in direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) applications, with improvements achieved through plasma exposure or damage- free chemical functionalization.

Promotor: Prof.dr. J.N. Kok, Co-promotor: F.J. Verbeek

Klimaatfinanciering, vooral voor ontwikkelingslanden, is van cruciaal belang om de opwarming van de aarde tot 1,5 graden Celsius te beperken. Het huidige niveau van de Noord-Zuid-klimaatfinanciering is echter chronisch ontoereikend. Naarmate de klimaatcrisis heviger wordt, betreden steeds meer actoren…

The main focus of this thesis is the behaviour of two-dimensional materials, namely (anti)-ferromagnetic materials in the first two chapters, which show topological phases, and energetic square ice in the third and fourth chapter.

The AI Collaboration Centre focuses on delivering Smart Computing for Science & Industry. This is reflected in our long-term collaborations with industry and government partners. These partnerships keep our research grounded in real-world applicability while opening new directions within computer sc…

Promotor: Richard D. Gill

In this special edition of Information Polity there is a focus on the transparency challenges of using algorithms in government in decision-making procedures at the macro-, meso-, and micro-levels.