A memorable farewell symposium and a royal distinction: Professor Joke Bouwstra could not have completed her career at Leiden with more pleasure. On Friday, 14 June, she received a Royal Honor from Leiden Mayor Peter van der Velden, who appointed…
Marie Depuydt received the Krijn Rietveld Doctoral Societal Impact Award for her publication on arteriosclerosis. In her dissertation, of which this article is a part, Dupuydt demonstrated the specific cells present in the plaque that narrows an artery. The many…
Professor of Science Communication Ionica Smeets will be awarded an honorary doctorate by the Open University. She receives the award because she exemplifies how science communication can bridge the gap between experts and the general public. Read more: News Leiden…
On June 11, Aya Ezawa bade farewell as the Diversity Officer of Leiden University. Since her appointment in 2019, she has been a tireless advocate for cultural change and a champion of diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all. RISE…
The DEI team of the LACDR believes that allyship is vital in creating an inclusive workplace culture where everybody feels seen, heard, and valued. To stimulate colleagues to show their pride of being part of the LGBTQ+ community or support…
As of 1 September Miranda van Eck will be the new Scientific Director of the Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research. She succeeds Hubertus Irth, who led the institute since 2016. Van Eck has been appointed for a period of…
In addition to cholesterol and high blood pressure as risk factors for atherosclerosis, we may need to address our own immune system to prevent a heart attack or stroke. Marie Depuydt revealed which cells exactly reside in the atherosclerotic plaque…
