On Wednesday, September 4th, exercise professor Erik Scherder, along with representatives from the Municipality of Utrecht, HU Utrecht University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, Utrecht University, and the Utrecht Science Park Foundation, literally took a step towards more exercise. Together, they participated in a WorkWalk in the green surroundings of Utrecht Science Park. The walk was held in the lead-up to Vitality Week at the end of September and is part of a broader movement to better combine work and vitality.
From Friday, September 26th to Sunday, October 5th, Utrecht Science Week takes place. Utrecht Science Park will open its doors to everyone interested in (applied) science. Visitors will have a unique opportunity to discover groundbreaking science and world-class innovation. Registration is free.
Over the past ten years, the RAP meeting has built a reputation as the central hub for convening and reviewing the construction activities at Utrecht Science Park, including aspects such as accessibility, safety, and livability. Much has been achieved during this period, demonstrating the value of consultation between all parties in ensuring the smooth running of all construction activities.
During the Start of the Academic Year, Vice President Margot van der Starre presented the student awards.
The Princess Máxima Center launches a new campaign during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to highlight how children, families, and healthcare teams work together to help children truly get better.
Starting September 1, the Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital will no longer require parents to wear disposable blue suits in the OR, giving children more comfort and saving thousands of kilos of waste each year.
Former Hubrecht Institute director Hans Clevers returns on September 1 as distinguished group leader of the newly named Clevers Group, continuing his pioneering work in organoid research and stem cell biology.
Utrecht University of Applied Sciences celebrated its anniversary by opening the 2025–2026 academic year, reflecting on its history and looking ahead with ambition for student growth, innovation, and societal impact.
At the opening of Utrecht Science Week, Prof. Dr. Jan van de Winkel will share how immunotherapy, AI, and collaboration are key to groundbreaking advances in fighting and preventing cancer and other serious diseases.
Utrecht University of Applied Sciences introduces Creative Business – Beyond Campus, an international bachelor track combining online classes with four yearly bootcamps, offering flexibility and structure for today’s students.
Utrecht Science Week takes place from September 26th to October 5th. In recent weeks, several new events have been added to the already extensive programme. Residents, professionals, researchers, and students interested in the themes of health and sustainability can choose from a wide variety of interesting and inspiring events. Below is a selection of some recently added program items.
PanCare4AYA is a European project uniting 29 partners from 14 countries to improve aftercare, guidelines, and tools that enhance the long-term quality of life for adolescents and young adults who have survived cancer.