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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. Our professional staff focusses on new types and forms of knowledge resources. We invest in state-of-the-art learning, research and meeting environments, both on campus and online (24/7 accessible with your UM account).

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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
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Sharing learning resources with your students? Below is an overview of the key rules that apply when using copyrighted materials Read More
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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

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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
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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
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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