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New funding boost for Citizen Science Hubs
Open Science NL has awarded five grants of €400,000 each to expand citizen science hubs across Dutch research institutions. These hubs aim to professionalise citizen science by strengthening knowledge exchange, improving support systems, and encouraging public participation in scientific research.
…Discover the new and improved EBSCO interface
Starting 14 July 2025, EBSCOhost, the platform used by Maastricht University (UM) researchers and students to access multiple licensed databases, will introduce a redesigned interface. This update brings new features including personalised dashboards and new ways to share and save resources.
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Maastricht University Library awarded National Grant to strengthen Open Educational Resources Infrastructure
We are proud to announce that our Open Science in Education team has been awarded funding under the national Get Connected scheme by Npuls. This initiative supports educational institutions in the Netherlands in implementing and adopting digital sector services to foster accessible, agile, and future-proof education.
…Antwoorden op je vragen over Teams
Zoals eerder aangekondigd, vervangt Microsoft Teams per 1 augustus 2025 Zoom. Heb je vragen over de overstap naar Microsoft Teams? De Universiteitsbibliotheek heeft een uitgebreide Teams FAQ opgesteld om je te helpen bij deze overgang.
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Find answers to your questions about Teams
As previously announced, Microsoft Teams will replace Zoom as of 1 August 2025. Do you have questions about switching to Microsoft Teams? The University Library has created a comprehensive Teams FAQ.
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Mini-expo showcases student concepts for wellbeing and positive experiences in the Digital Labs
The University Library is in the process of transforming its multimedia facilities into Digital Labs. The Digital Labs are living, collaborative spaces that foster digital literacy and equitable access to technology for students, teachers, and researchers, reinforcing the Library’s role in supporting their digital academic goals.
…Talking about books XVI
With this sixteenth and final episode of Talking about books, we bring the series to a close. In this video, we’re putting a tasty e-book in the spotlight.
…Find answers to your questions about Teams
Do you currently use Zoom for education and have questions about switching to Microsoft Teams? The University Library has created a comprehensive Teams FAQ to help you with the transition.
…Looking back: Heiligdomsvaart 2025 | Guided tours and cultural performances
During Heiligdomsvaart 2025, Maastricht University Library took part in the city-wide celebrations by hosting a unique program centered on the rich religious and cultural heritage of Maastricht. The Special Collections played a key role, with events that were not only fully booked but also warmly received by attendees.
…Knowledge only gains value when you share it
National awareness campaign GO OPEN aims to inspire lecturers to share and (re)use Open Educational Resources.
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