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InternationalRoot-knot nematodes find their host via their microbiome
A group of international researchers has demonstrated that the root-knot nematode species Meloidogyne incognita employs ingenious methods to locate its host plant. In Nature Plants, the researchers report that they do this by picking up chemical signals from the microbiome cultivated by the plant.
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InternationalThe diversity we already have, the inclusion we still need
Despite growing diversity among students and staff, Dutch academia’s leadership and public platforms still lack inclusion. In her column, Isabelle Kohler argues that voluntary selection systems maintain exclusion and calls for concrete action to ensure decision-making reflects the whole academic community.
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InternationalPodium: Liliana Moreira Teixeira Leijten
Our members form the beating heart of our societies. Here, we regularly highlight one of them. This time, it’s NVBMB-member Liliana Moreira Teixeira Leijten.
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InternationalImmune cells in the driving seat: new molecular braking mechanism discovered
Researchers at UMC Utrecht and AMOLF have discovered that two proteins influence each other on the same immune cell to adjust inhibitory signals. They present this unexpected mechanism by which immune cells adapt their behaviour in Science Signaling.
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InternationalResurrected enzymes reveal cannabinoid synthase functions
Researchers at Wageningen University & Research have resurrected the ancestors of cannabis enzymes in order to discover how the plant acquired the ability to produce cannabinoids. The researchers report their findings in the Plant Biotechnology Journal.
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InternationalImmune cells act like boa constrictors, according to hydrogel study
Researchers at Wageningen University & Research have demonstrated that hydrogel microparticles can be used to measure three-dimensional cell movements. You can read about how to make and use them in their comprehensive publication in Nature Protocols.
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InternationalEarly-career chemists want more trust and less bureaucracy
Last summer, the inaugural Next Generation Leaders in Dutch Chemistry Summit was held at the Lorentz Centre in Leiden. During the five-day event, a group of early-career chemists (NXTGN25) from academia and industry collaborated to develop a shared vision for the future of chemistry in the Netherlands. This resulted in ...
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InternationalHow to stay creative in academia?
Isabelle Kohler reveals the dual system that has kept her ideas flowing: creating deliberate space for the mind to wander through low-key activities and implementing practical capture methods to store ideas when they emerge.
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InternationalMove over, Matrigel – synthetic medium sets new standard
Matrigel, which is based on tumour tissue from mice, is currently the undisputed leader in the cell culture media market. However, the Nijmegen-based start-up SBMatrices is causing a stir with its fully synthetic, animal-free gel, Fybrix, which provides an equally good environment for cells and delivers consistent results.
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InternationalImprovements required for CO2 electrolysis with innovative membranes
Special membranes could enable CO2 electrolysis without the need for expensive platinum group metals. However, the membranes are not yet efficient enough for long-term operation.
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InternationalWaste disposal containers Sharpsafe®
Safe collection and disposal of sharp, hazardous or infected waste becomes easy with the Sharpsafe® waste containers from Msh/Hospidex.
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InternationalICCECRICE 2026 connects teachers and researchers
From evidence-informed assessment to ethical AI use: the joint ICCECRICE conference opens its doors to anyone interested in the future of chemistry education. With the explosive growth of AI applications, it is time for a robust exchange between practice and science. Stefania Grecea, Associate Professor at University of Amsterdam and ...
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InternationalThe virtuous circle of daring
A major barrier to professional growth may not be a lack of opportunities, but a lack of daring. Isabelle Kohler reflects on her year of taking calculated risks – from pursuing unconventional ideas to setting boundaries – and how daring creates a self-reinforcing cycle that transforms careers and builds lasting ...
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InternationalPET upcycling reveals fundamental catalysis stages
In a paper published in Angewandte Chemie, a British-Dutch research team revealed a method of upcycling PET waste into a pharmaceutical precursor using an suboptimal catalyst. They also gained insights into the catalytic mechanism.
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InternationalFungal powder to feed the world
Fermentation has a positive ecological footprint. Dutch start-up The Protein Brewery uses this process to ‘brew’ a fungus that is a highly nutritious, complete source of protein. ‘We are becoming more aware that animal proteins alone are insufficient.’
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InternationalSilky smooth transition from bachelor to PhD
After completing two bachelor’s degrees in Spain, Cristina Izquierdo Lozano bypassed the master’s degree-route and started her PhD research at Eindhoven University of Technology. Her pursuit of new acquaintances led her to take up aerial silks.
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International‘Breakthroughs in science emerge bottom-up’
Multidisciplinary research is one those buzzwords that pop up everywhere. But creating an environment where scientists are eager to share their expertise requires more than mere lip service, says ICMS scientific director Jan van Hest. ‘Multidisciplinarity is not just a box to be ticked, but it is an absolute prerequisite ...
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InternationalThe scientist’s eyes
Studying nanostructures at near-atomic resolution is the bread and butter of the ICMS Center for Multiscale Electron Microscopy. Here, Heiner Friedrich and his team are continuously improving these already advanced techniques to provide an even more accurate view with minimal noise and high throughput.
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InternationalThe matchmaking concierge
Creating a stimulating, mutually beneficial interaction between science and industry is the priority of the ICMS Industrial Consortium. ‘We try to meet the needs of all participants: ICMS, university faculty, industry and start-ups.’
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InternationalWealth
While pondering the wonders of the material world, Editor-in-chief Esther Thole is immediately thrown back to an 80s classic featuring a superstar in a pink gown.