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The Maastricht University (UM) Library aims to be an inspiring partner in research and education within the UM community, including the Brightlands campuses, azM/MUMC+, UM contract partners and regional and Euregional education partners.
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Looking back: connecting citizens and science
On 15 December 2025, the UM Library welcomed citizens, researchers and science enthusiasts to the Citizen Science Matchmaking Event at Read More
Copyright in your teaching: a quick reminder of the rules
Sharing learning resources with your students? Below is an overview of the key rules that apply when using copyrighted materials Read More
Maastricht University Press and our Open Access team contribute to OSNL-funded Diamond Open Access projects
Open Science NL and NWO recently awarded grants to 45 projects that strengthen Dutch open science infrastructure, with a focus Read More
Upcoming events
Open Science – UM General PhD Trainings
28 January 2026
In this interactive session, you will get an overview of the Open Science landscape and set Open Science goals for ... Read More
Science Communication – UM General PhD Trainings
28 January 2026
In this interactive session, you will discuss science communication topics in depth with other PhD students from a variety of ... Read More
Research Ethics & Integrity – UM General PhD Trainings
28 January 2026
In this interactive session, you will discuss the principles of research integrity as they relate to your own research with ... Read More