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Pure ecological harm – how much should it cost to burn a forest?
Cenay Akin studies how our legal system can better address pure ecological harm – damage to nature without a clear owner or market value.
Reappointment of rector and president of the Executive Board of Maastricht University
The Supervisory Board of Maastricht University has reappointed Rianne Letschert and Pamela Habibović as president of the Executive Board and rector magnificus of UM, respectively.
UM scholarships for 5 Gazan students
Maastricht University has granted five students from Gaza scholarships to study at the university.
Beyond whacky trips: the therapeutic potential of psychedelics
Natasha Mason studies the neurological mechanisms and therapeutic potential of psychedelics. How a surge in glutamate and increased neuroplasticity might be a mental health game-changer.
Opening Academic Year 2025/26: a recap
On Monday 1 September, Maastricht University officially opened the academic year 2025/26 in Theater aan het Vrijthof. This year’s theme was 'UM innovates – today’s education, tomorrow’s skills'.
Flying the Pride flag year-round: UM’s commitment to inclusion and solidarity
As a visible sign of this commitment, and to stand in solidarity with our LGBTQIA+ students and staff, the Intersex-Inclusive Progress Pride flag will now fly year-round at several UM locations.
