Utrecht University | Sharing science, shaping tomorrow

"Nothing grew in my pot"

Over 770 people joined a citizen science experiment and discovered the emotional ups and downs of doing research.

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Lustrum
In 2026, Utrecht University and UMC Utrecht celebrate 390 years of collaboration and progress in research, healthcare and education.
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The digital euro explained

Background
Europe’s proposed solution to payment autonomy? Labrini Zarpala tells us all about this potential new means of payment.
The digital euro explained
School Playground Safari

News
How green are Dutch school playgrounds? In one single day, more than 11,000 primary school students collected all sorts of data for genuine scientific research.
School Playground Safari
Solar pioneer retires

Interview
Wilfried van Sark reflects on a career that was driven by curiosity, interdisciplinarity, and a belief in the power of students
From physicist to solar pioneer