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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.
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DANS Open Day 2024
Join the DANS Open Day on 14 November for insightful lectures and interactive workshops focused on Open Data and Open Science.
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A game-changing approach: Cards Against Pedagogy
Open Educational Resources (OER) offer students and faculty at Maastricht University free, adaptable teaching and learning materials in various formats. From handouts to full courses, these resources—licensed under open terms like Creative Commons—can be shared and customised. The Maastricht University Library supports you in finding and sharing OER, fostering collaboration and innovation in education.
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Register now for sessions at the Open Science Festival 2024
On 22 October, the National Open Science Festival will take place at Maastricht University. It will be a gathering for the Open Science community, organised by its members. This means that most of the programme will consist of sessions led by community members.
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Springer Open Access discount quota 2024 is nearing its limit: what you need to know
We expect to reach the 2024 maximum (cap) for free-of-charge open-access publishing in Springer journals by the third week of October. Read on to understand the implications and explore alternative routes to make your research accessible.
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Your fingerprints in Pure
Since April this year, a new functionality has been enabled in UM’s research information system Pure, the so called ‘fingerprinting’.
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New PubMed and Embase modules optimise search capabilities
Within the Maastricht University (UM) faculties FHML and FPN and AZM/MUMC+, PubMed is a crucial tool for research purposes. To optimise searching in this extensive database, the University Library has recently replaced the current PubMed module with a brand-new version.
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Discover the data processing and storage finder
Easily find the right tool for data handling throughout the research life cycle using the data processing & storage finder.
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Randwyck Library: A library of the future
On Monday 2 September, Randwyck Library celebrated its official reopening with a diverse group of invited guests. On this day, guests had the opportunity to experience the library’s unique features and explore the crucial role it plays within the Maastricht University (UM) community. Randwyck Library offers a space that supports the academic and medical community in acquiring, creating, and sharing scientific information, while fostering an environment where tranquillity, inclusivity, and inspiration are central.
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Five UM faculties launch portfolio tool PebblePad in September
This academic year, 14 UM bachelor and master programs across five faculties (FHML, FPN, FSE, LAW and SBE) will start using digital portfolio tool PebblePad. UM acquired a university-wide license in February 2024. Most programs go live in September 2024, while some will follow later in the academic year. In subsequent academic years more are expected to follow.
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