Springer and LWW open access caps reached for 2024 - Maastricht University Library

Springer and LWW open access caps reached for 2024: What you need to know

This is an important update for Maastricht University researchers: We reached the prepaid 2024 open access caps for Springer and LWW. Learn about your publishing options and alternative routes to making your research accessible ... Read More
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Is ISBN registration necessary for my PhD dissertation?

Are you curious about ISBN registration for your PhD dissertation? This post explains whether it's necessary and what alternatives are available at Maastricht University. Read on to make an informed decision about identifying and sharing your research ... Read More
Student Experience Survey 2024: What if education could be cheaper for students?

Student Experience Survey 2024: What if education could be cheaper for students?

In Spring 2024, the Open Science in Education team at the University Library conducted a survey with over 400 Maastricht University (UM) students to explore their awareness and engagement with Open Science practices. The primary aim was to understand students’ awareness and engagement with various Open Science practices throughout their educational journey at UM. In addition, the survey summarises their thoughts and beliefs on making education accessible for all at UM ... Read More
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Talking about books XIII

Nozizwe Dube, PhD candidate in International Law at the Faculty of Law, presents Critical Race Theory: The Key Writings that Formed the Movement, edited by Kimberlé Crenshaw and others ... Read More
Highlights from the National Open Science Festival 2024

Highlights from the National Open Science Festival 2024

On 22 October, Maastricht University (UM) proudly hosted the 4th edition of the National Open Science Festival. Guided by the motto ‘Meet, share, inspire, care’ over 350 visitors from the education and research sectors across the Netherlands gathered for a day of engaging discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, all focused on advancing Open Science ... Read More
Maastricht University students publish reviews of historical books on Wikipedia

Maastricht University students publish reviews of historical books on Wikipedia

Eleven insightful reviews of rare books from Maastricht University’s (UM) Special Collections have been added to Wikipedia, thanks to the contributions of students from a specialised course ... Read More
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Closing the digital skills gap. A new pilot for students: Digital Skills Corner

A small-scale study among UM students revealed that not all students possess the digital skills expected of them during their studies. Teachers assume that all students have basic digital skills, but due to the diverse student population, this is not always the case ... Read More
Positive feedback on Overton trial and accessible from 2025 onwards

Positive feedback on Overton trial and accessible from 2025 onwards

The trial of the Overton database has been successful, and after consultation with the faculties, it has been decided to purchase the database from January 2025 onwards ... Read More
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OpenUP Grant: Create, Share, Inspire!

Are you an educator looking to enhance your courses with innovative learning materials? The OpenUP Grant offers you a fantastic opportunity to license and share the learning materials you have created as Open Educational Resources (OER).   ... Read More
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De Ironische Orde: An exploration of knowledge and desire

New Maastricht University Press publication - With pride, editors René Gabriëls (philosopher, university lecturer and researcher at Maastricht University) and Sjoerd de Jong (science editor and columnist at NRC) present the Liber Amicorum "De Ironische Orde" to Prof Dr Maarten Doorman ... Read More
Countdown to the National Open Science Festival

Countdown to the National Open Science Festival

With just six days to go until the National Open Science Festival, we spoke with members of the organising team to hear their thoughts. The festival, a collaboration between Open Science NL, LCRDM, DANS and Maastricht University, promises to be another key event for the national Open Science community. What are their expectations for this exciting gathering? ... Read More
New look in Pure backend

New look in Pure backend

In the next release on Thursday 24 October, the backend of the research information system Pure will show a new and improved header ... Read More