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"Today, improvement is no longer focused on nutritional value or taste, but solely on growth and efficiency, and that is regrettable." Julie Van Overmeiren, an alumna of environmental sciences at the University of Antwerp, exchanged her desk job for fieldwork years ago. She now knows better than anyone that the farming life requires full dedication.

Want to know more? Discover the full article at https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/

In ‘Stream of consciousness’, we give the floor to someone from the UAntwerp community. Today Bjorn Ipermans is up. He completed the Master of Biomedical Sciences: Neurosciences and a Master in Management at Antwerp Management School. He is currently working as a project engineer at Pfizer.

Read more on: https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/en/the-undercurrent/bjorn-ipermans-went-into-management-after-biomedicine

On Thursday 28 March 2024, the University of Antwerp will confer its honorary degrees. Watch the video below to discover who will receive an honorary degree for General Merit, Medicine and Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Law.

Sign up here if you want to be present (in person or online) during the ceremony: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/events/honorary-degrees/honorary-degrees-2024/

UAntwerpen reikt haar eredoctoraten 2024 uit Op donderdag 28 maart 2024 om 16 uur reikt de Universiteit Antwerpen haar eredoctoraten uit. Vier buitenlandse onderzoekers ontvangen een eredoctoraat voor w...

Graphic city! Antwerp has a lot of architectural gems in different styles, but its interiors are beautiful and hugely diverse too 🤩 Do you recognise the buildings❓

An injection to prevent bad hearing? It almost sounds like science fiction, but for at least one specific condition it’s increasingly becoming a reality. We talked to Doctor of Medical Sciences Dorien Verdoodt about her research into a brand-new treatment for genetic balance and hearing loss.

Read more: https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/en/the-source/a-jab-against-hearing-loss

“Every challenge is an opportunity,” says Herwig Leirs, our new rector starting September 1st. With his vision for sustainability, innovation, and community, he promises a UAntwerp that inspires and connects.

Read more about his plans for the future: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/about-uantwerp/press/press-releases-news/2024/rector-herwig-leirs/

Did you know UAntwerp collaborates with the Daughters For Life foundation to empower young women through education?

Two amazing young women are already here, thanks to Daughters For Life scholarships, and they're ready to break down barriers and inspire others!

Read more: https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/en/the-source/education-is-an-important-weapon-for-girls

Stay tuned to hear more about their journeys and how UAntwerp is supporting the next generation of female leaders.

Antwerp is not just a city; it's a taste of European elegance and flair. The Times rank the city of Antwerp number 1 as most exciting city. Wondering what you might encounter when studying in Antwerp?

Read all about it in the article below: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/these-are-the-40-most-exciting-cities-to-visit-in-2024-b998z5g35

Exciting breakthrough in the fight against cancer! UAntwerp researchers have made a big leap in the battle against pancreatic and colorectal cancer! A newly developed immune cell therapy can destroy the defensive shield around tumors, paving the way for more effective treatment.

Read all the details here: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/about-uantwerp/faculties/faculty-medicine-health-sciences/activities/news/cell-therapy/

🎓Would you like to learn Dutch in one academic year so that you can enrol for a Dutch-language study programme in higher education?
🚨Submit your application for the Dutch Prep Year before 1 March 2024 (end of the day - Central European Time) if you need a visa! ➡️ https://loom.ly/TPUdZIw

🎓Would you like to learn Dutch in one academic year so that you can enrol for a Dutch-language study programme in higher education?

🚨Submit your application for the Dutch Prep Year before 1 March 2024 (end of the day - Central European Time) if you need a visa! ➡️ https://loom.ly/TPUdZIw

Hey there, welcome to Student Stories! 🎓🌟 Join Miek and Benjamin, our UAntwerp insiders, for an exciting journey through student life. Are you looking into all the options for student housing or do you just want a podcast you can listen to mindlessly? We got you! We're talking about the most random stuff but also the differences between living alone, with a roomie or even co-housing with multiple people!

https://toppodcasts.be/podcast/student-stories-1/8-different-housing-options-for-students

From November 28 to 30, the seminar 'The future of ' took place in Uganda.

Organised by the Institute of Development Policy and funded by the by the Belgian Development Cooperation's Special Evaluation Office (SEO), the event united 50 leading M&E professionals from 15 countries. It was designed to empower professionals in the field of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) by addressing the then-current challenges and exploring future opportunities in this domain.

Attendees had the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops, topical sessions, ideas' lab & co-creation workshops, and an evaluation fair.

Find out more here: https://www.uantwerpen.be/en/study/programmes/all-programmes/monitoring-and-evaluation-capacities/ecd-seminar/

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Should universities fully embrace AI, or exercise caution? Datamining & Responsible AI specialist David Martens encourages full adoption, while philosopher Anthony Longo, PhD candidate in digital technology, urges caution due to the rapid pace of implementation. What are your thoughts on AI in education?

Read the full article here: https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/en/the-channel/should-universities-embrace-ai?_gl=1*8is2r9*_gcl_au*MTU0OTk4OTE4NC4xNjk5MTg5MDY4*_ga*MTc4NDMyNTA2OC4xNTkwNTYzNDgz*_ga_WVC36ZPB1Y*MTcwMDU1NDIyNC4xMTU3LjEuMTcwMDU1NDQ1OC42MC4wLjA.&_ga=2.237415104.156488597.1700463997-1784325068.1590563483

🌧️ Belgium once again experienced a lot of rainfall and floods in the past few days. To prevent future floods, Iason Jongepier and Tim Soens are creating a real time machine:

Time travel for flood control Stroom, UAntwerp magazine. The past can tell us a lot about the future. But we need to be able to analyse that past properly. UAntwerp researchers, drawing on ancient sources, discovered a tool for looking ahead.

TAKEOFFANTWERP Live international 17.10.2023 at Trix.

Are you interested in creating your own business or looking to find your inner 'entreprenuerial spirit'? Join our festival for young entrepreneurs in Antwerp. Choose from a variety of interesting workshops. Join us for a live talkshow featuring several bright minds. And finally, unleash your networking skills in our showcase area. Meet promising young entrepreneurs and our partners. There is something for everyone!

Discover the programme and get your free ticket.
https://www.kickoffdays.be/international

It's that time of the year again: Welcome Week for international degree students. Welcome all of you! What a great vibe!

Welcome to all our participants starting this week! The Antwerp Summer University office and all the organizers are happy to have you on board and we look forward to meeting you this week. Good luck with the start! We wish you a very fruitful experience 🤩📚🤩. Make the most out of the sessions, connect with your professors and be ready to make memorable memories.

Tinnitus isn't a dead-end! Misunderstood by many, it's the perception of sounds not present in the environment. But don't fear hearing loss or deafness, says Laure Jacquemin, clinical audiologist and tinnitus researcher. Her work brings hope, showing there are solutions to manage tinnitus. Let's debunk myths and raise awareness together.

Read the full article here: https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/en/the-channel/burst-bubble-tinnitus-is-for-life

Attention all (future) students and curious minds! From now on, you can explore UAntwerp's Stadscampus (City Campus) through a brand new virtual 360° tour. Experience the heart of our university from the comfort of your own home.

Visit your desired faculty, explore student hotspots, discover student services, walk through different buildings and visit our classrooms. The tour provides interactive information to elaborate certain locations or areas. So, wondering how the City Campus looks like? Start your virtual tour now!

Access the 360° tour here 👉 https://youreka-virtualtours.be/tours/ua_stadscampus/?configuration=intro&lang=EN

Exciting things are happening at the University of Antwerp, and we want you to be a part of it!

Every day, our vibrant community of 22,000 students is shaping the future. Our dedicated colleagues are conducting groundbreaking scientific research, and our incredible network of 65,000 alumni is making a global impact.

To bring all these amazing stories to you, we are proud to introduce Stroom, our new online magazine. Stroom is the place where you can dive into a world of captivating content. With Stroom, you can read, listen, and watch as we share the inspiring stories of our university and its remarkable community.

Visit Stroom on https://stroom.uantwerpen.be/en

Welcome to our final week of Antwerp Summer University in July! 📚🎉

To all our new participants of City Lab and New beginnings, we're thrilled to have you join us! Get ready for an incredible week of learning, growth, and fun. 🚀💡

Embrace this opportunity to make new friends, explore exciting topics, and create memories that will last a lifetime. 🌱✨

Let's make the most of this last week together and leave a lasting impact! 💪⏰

The past week marked the successful start of the 14th edition of Antwerp Summer University. We are thrilled to see the program off to such a promising beginning, with participants from around the world converging for an enriching learning experience!

The summer school Companies Crossing Borders organised by UAntwerpen - Faculteit Rechten attracted a diverse group of 20 participants, hailing from the following countries: Holland, Italy, Brazil, India, Poland, Greece, Belgium, Slovenia, Czech Republick and Germany. 👏 🎉 🙂 👏

Over the course of the coming weeks, participants of other 10 summer schools will engage in rigorous academic coursework, practical workshops, networking opportunities and social activities. This multifaceted approach ensures a holistic learning experience, empowering them to excel in their respective fields and embrace the challenges of an interconnected world.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all our partners, sponsors and dedicated staff who have contributed to the success start of this 14th edition!

Stay tuned for further updates as we progress through this exciting educational journey. We look forward to witnessing the growth and achievements of our talented participants.

Attention! Join and register for the 16th International Symposium on Aquatic Plants.

The conference is organised every couple of years by the International Aquatic Plants Group (IAPG), an interest group whose members specialise in all aspects of aquatic plant science, including botany, genetics, ecology, physiology, conservation and management.

The upcoming conference will be held in Belgium (Antwerp) from the 13th - 17th of November 2023 and promises to be another exciting event, where new scientific advances in aquatic plant science will be shared in a collegiate atmosphere that facilitates discussion, debate and collaboration.

Reminder that the deadline for abstract submission is 01/07/2023

Please visit the website for further information on registration and updates: www.internationalaquaticplantsgroup.com

At the recent Nerdland Festival, children had an amazing time exploring the wastewater system alongside our brilliant PhD students from the Toxicological Centre, Maarten Quireyns, Natan Van Wichelen, and Tim Boogaerts. 🧪🚽

In the Toxicological Centre pop-up lab, these curious minds got to conduct experiments on their very own wastewater samples, with their parents by their side! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💦🔬

A big thank you to Nerdland and UAntwerpen - Wetenschap voor iedereen for giving our researchers this incredible opportunity to showcase their research on wastewater-based epidemiology.
Let's celebrate the power of science education and community engagement!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucAofN3ryyo


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Toxicological Centre visits Nerdland Festival

Discover the ultimate study locations in Antwerp for your exams!

Attention, all students at UAntwerp! With the exam season just around the corner, finding the perfect study spot can make all the difference in your academic success. Look no further than Study360, the ultimate guide to the best study locations in Antwerp. Let's dive into some of the top spots that will fuel your productivity and help you ace those exams!

https://www.study360.be/en/

The Isala project of UAntwerp has been awarded the Grand Prize of the European Union Prize for Citizen Science 2023! 🏆 Congratulations to the entire team for their dedication to citizen science and breaking taboos around vaginal health.
Discover more about this groundbreaking research at https://www.isala.be