News A selection of news from Leiden University. News Kick-off interfaculty theme Inequalities: here are the plans 20 October 2026 During the kick-off for the interfaculty theme ‘Inequalities’, researchers and lecturers from various faculties learnt more about the plans for the th... How can we ensure that antibiotics remain effective? Inaugural lecture 15 October 2026 Increasing resistance is making antibiotics less effective throughout the world, while they are indispensable for surgery and fighting infections. So,... From lectures in The Hague to negotiations in Brussels 14 October 2026 Every week, diplomat Nana Salim represents Dutch interests in Brussels in negotiations on the EU’s Middle East policy. The discussions can become quit... Knowledge organisations warn against EU budget cuts to research and innovation Letter 13 October 2026 The Netherlands should not advocate a smaller EU budget, but a smarter one. That is the message being put forward by Dutch knowledge institutions and ... From chauffeur to adviser: how parents are helping their children choose a degree Open days 12 October 2026 Attending an open day, helping decide which degree to choose and contributing financially: the role of parents in prospective students’ academic futur... Professor Frits Rosendaal receives royal honour at farewell gathering Laureate 12 October 2026 Professor Frits Rosendaal was appointed Knight in the Order of the Netherlands Lion during his farewell gathering as Professor of Clinical Epidemiolog... A student who sleeps well is a better student PhD 08 October 2026 When did you last wake up feeling fit, fresh and well-rested? Students often struggle with a disturbed sleep pattern, which can make them more suscept... Leiden University starts podcast on inequalities 07 October 2026 In the first episode of a new podcast series from Leiden University's Inequality theme, host Laura Jansen talks with Egbert Jongen, Professor of Econo... Funding for Leiden researchers working on projects involving biochemical substances Funding 06 October 2026 From sustainable crop protection using micro-organisms to energy-efficient enzymes from residual streams: five projects involving Leiden researchers a... A weekend full of wonder at Weekend of Science in Leiden and The Hague Festival 06 October 2026 Examining wolf droppings, getting your brain moving or experiencing what it is like to make decisions as a police officer. During Weekend of Science, ... All news items