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"Employees get support faster with new health service" Much is changing with MasterArbo, the company that acquired the occupational health service on October 1. For example, the service now contacts employees reporting sick after four days, they can diagn...

Much is changing with MasterArbo, the company that acquired the occupational health service on October 1. For example, the service now contacts employees reporting sick after four days. www.cursor.tue.nl/en/news/2025...

World Animal Day Special: the pets of the TU/e community For many members of the TU/e community, Saturday revolved around dog treats, cat snacks, and other ways to spoil their furry (and not-so-furry) friends. After all, it was World Animal Day. Cursor aske...

For many members of the TU/e community, Saturday revolved around dog treats, cat snacks, and other ways to spoil their furry (and not-so-furry) friends. After all, it was World Animal Day. Cursor asked TU/e students and staff to share photos and stories of their pets so others could enjoy them too.

Permanent spot on campus for DDW glass containers The glass containers in which TU/e showcases some of its highlights during Dutch Design Week (DDW) will be given a permanent place on campus afterward. They will then host rotating exhibitions by the ...

The glass containers in which TU/e showcases its highlights during Dutch Design Week will be given a permanent place on campus afterward. They will then host rotating exhibitions by the departments of Industrial Design and the Built Environment, as well as by student teams focused on design.

“Gender equality remains a priority in times of budget cuts" What do budget cuts mean for gender equality within the university? That was the question posed by the Women in Science Eindhoven (WISE) network on Thursday at an event, directed at a panel filled wit...

What do budget cuts mean for gender equality within the university? That was the question posed by the Women in Science Eindhoven (WISE) network on Thursday at an event, directed at a panel filled with members from the upper echelons of the TU/e. They largely agreed: there are no immediate concerns.

Behind the scenes | Stijn van Puijenbroek, PhD counselor From technicians to schedulers and from IT staff to cafeteria workers: it takes a lot of hands to keep TU/e running smoothly. Who are these people behind the scenes? In this series, Cursor shines the ...

From technicians to schedulers and from IT staff to cafeteria workers: who are these people behind the scenes? In this series, Cursor shines the spotlight on TU/e employees. This time: Stijn van Puijenbroek, student counselor as well as PhD-EngD counselor.

Research Cockpit: from hassle to efficient data management As of September, TU/e researchers are required to use the Research Cockpit, a platform that aims to bring together all steps of research data management in one central place – from drafting a Data Man...

As of September, @tue.nl researchers are required to use the Research Cockpit, a platform that brings together all steps of research data management, from Data Management Plan to ethical approvals. The goal? To streamline workflows, simplify administration, and free up more time for actual research.

GroenLinks-PvdA visits campus: what concerns students? To encourage dialogue between students and politicians, members of the GroenLinks-PvdA political party paid an informal working visit to the TU/e campus. They were given a tour by GO Green Office and ...

To encourage dialogue between students and politicians, members of the GroenLinks-PvdA political party paid an informal working visit to the @tue.nl campus. The first topics on the table were student housing, sustainability, and AI.

It has to stay ‘gezellig’ No grand statements about the responsibility of graduates in a world on fire. At the MomenTUm ceremony in MetaForum, where nearly a thousand students received their diplomas, the atmosphere had to rem...

No grand statements about the responsibility of graduates in a world on fire. At the MomenTUm ceremony in MetaForum, where nearly a thousand students received their diplomas, the atmosphere had to remain ‘gezellig’ above all, notes Pieter Pauw.

Interest on student debt finally set to decrease After three years of rising rates, the interest on student loans will drop to around 2.3 percent next year. Borrowing from DUO will thus become slightly cheaper — but it’s not free.

After three years of rising rates, the interest on student loans will drop to around 2.3 percent next year. Borrowing from DUO will thus become slightly cheaper — but it’s not free.

Gemini-South closed two and a half years due to renovation [Translate to English:] De renovatie van Gemini-Zuid is sinds januari dit jaar van start gegaan. Maar het lege gebouw als binnendoorroute nemen om van het ene naar het andere gebouw te komen, kon tot ...

As of this month Gemini South will be closed off from other buildings for two and a half years. On October 3 the walkways between Gemini-South and MetaForum, Ceres and Flux will be closed, and as of October 6 the main entrance and the walkways to Gemini-North will be closed too.

Financial stake Dutch TU's in Israel partnership, TU/e too Dutch universities of technology are also involved in sensitive research projects with Israeli partners through their spin-offs and start-ups, including TU/e. This was revealed by an investigation con...

Dutch universities of technology are also involved in research projects with Israeli partners through their spin-offs and start-ups, including TU/e. This was revealed by an investigation conducted by Investico, Trouw, and De Groene Amsterdammer. TU/e says these companies make their own decisions.

TU/e launches Casimir Institute with focus on semiconductors TU/e launches the Casimir Institute a new university-wide institute focused on research into semiconductors, advanced materials, and high-tech systems. Scientific director Bart Smolders: “Our ambition...

TU/e launches the Casimir Institute a new university-wide institute focused on research into semiconductors, advanced materials, and high-tech systems. Scientific director Bart Smolders: “Our ambition is to become Europe’s leading chip university.”

Home Stretch | Many shades of gray We know graphite as the core of a pencil, ranging from light anthracite to deep black. Tiny particles of it can now be used as a new, more sustainable ink for printing electronics. TU/e researcher and...

We know graphite as the core of a pencil, ranging from light anthracite to deep black. Tiny particles of it can now be used as a new, more sustainable ink for printing electronics. TU/e researcher and former Provincial Council member Laura van Hazendonk will defend her dissertation on October 2.

How fabricated data predatory journals are polluting science In the race for money and prestige, researchers sometimes cross the line. Science journalist Stan van Pelt explored the world of fraud, fake articles, and sham conferences and wrote a book about it. “...

In the race for money and prestige, researchers sometimes cross the line. Science journalist Stan van Pelt explored the world of fraud, fake articles, and sham conferences and wrote a book about it. “Faulty data are a kind of fake news that is contaminating the entire scientific literature.”

Silent protest and gaming president at MomenTUm Nearly a thousand students tossed their caps in the air during the MomenTUm ceremony at MetaForum. During the annual graduation celebration, President of the Executive Board Koen Janssen played a raci...

Nearly a thousand students tossed their caps in the air during the MomenTUm ceremony at MetaForum. During the annual graduation celebration, President Koen Janssen played a racing game against students. There was also room for a critical note: one student staged a silent protest with a banner.

New code of conduct for researchers: be cautious with AI Support open science where possible, don’t publish in predatory journals, and be careful with AI. The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) has presented a draft version of the new cod...

Support open science where possible, don’t publish in predatory journals, and be careful with AI. The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) has presented a draft version of the new code of integrity, which is now open for public comment.

Is complaining to the university's ombudsman worthwhile? It is still uncertain whether TU/e will have a new ombudsman by October 1. Meanwhile, the National ombudsman warns that the complaints procedures of Dutch universities are inadequate and that too few ...

It is still uncertain whether TU/e will have a new ombudsman by October 1. Meanwhile, the National ombudsman warns that the complaints procedures of Dutch universities are inadequate and that too few people know they can also submit complaints to his institute.

Regional support crucial for JADS continuation TU/e and Tilburg University aim to further develop the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) and count on support from the municipality of ’s-Hertogenbosch and the province of North Brabant. The i...

TU/e and Tilburg University aim to further develop the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) and count on support from the municipality of ’s-Hertogenbosch and the province of North Brabant. The institute’s new plan focuses on expanding education, research, and societal impact.

TU/e says “thanks, but no thanks” to Henk Visch sculpture The idea seems wonderful: Eindhoven sculptor Henk Visch is donating a sculpture to the city to mark his 75th birthday, and a suitable location has already been found, which is the entrance to the camp...

It seems like such a good idea. Eindhoven sculptor Henk Visch is donating a sculpture to the city to mark his 75th birthday, and a suitable location has already been found: the entrance to the campus. However, @tue.nl must decline the gift due to additional costs.

Shihab Al-Daffaie can now wear an academic gown at MomenTUm He is not a full professor yet, but Shihab Al-Daffaie will still be walking in the cortège at MomenTUm—in academic gown. This is possible thanks to the “everyone professor” policy the university intro...

He is not a full professor yet, but Shihab Al-Daffaie will still be walking in the cortège at MomenTUm—in academic gown. This is possible thanks to the “everyone professor” policy @tue.nl introduced almost a year ago. He is the only one making use of this new right at the celebration this year.

Sports spotlight | Hajraa’s favorite number is 70 TU/e boasts a total of 38 student sports associations. And every one of them offers its own unique experience: from slamming aces to skimming across the water. Cursor wants to put every one of these a...

@tue.nl boasts a total of 38 student sports associations and Cursor wants to put every one of them in the spotlight. The first question is: what is your favorite number? For volleyball club Hajraa that number is 70, because that's how many boards this oldest TU/e sports club has had.

Tangle of arrows The Executive Board wants to manage TU/e more efficiently, which means fewer services and fewer directors at the table. This could mean the end of the Communication Expertise Center (CEC). Annemarie v...

The Communication Expertise Center (CEC) may cease to exist as a separate service at @tue.nl. Cursor columnist Annemarie van Malsen fears that this step will lead to more meeting pressure on the workfloor.

Penalty on vacant homes could help students find housing Owners of houses that stand vacant for long periods could soon face a penalty, the Dutch House of Representatives decided on Tuesday. “This is a great first step,” says the Dutch National Student Unio...

Owners of houses that stand vacant for long periods could soon face a penalty, the Dutch House of Representatives decided on Tuesday. “This is a great first step,” says the Dutch National Student Union (LSVb). Such a vacancy tax could benefit students searching for a place to live.

Hattrick in gown: three PhD defenses in a single day Three PhD defenses in one day by the same supervisor – that’s quite unusual at TU/e. On Monday, September 29, Henk Huisman will take on the challenge. Each defense takes two and a half hours, and with...

Three PhD defenses in one day by the same supervisor? On Monday, Henk Huisman will take on the challenge. Each defense takes two and a half hours, and with the traditions that come with it, he’ll need to do some juggling. “Fortunately, the candidates have agreed to share the celebratory dinner.”

CBS: Fewer student loans, but higher amounts With the return of the basic grant, fewer people are taking on student debt. But the debts they do have are larger. “Inequality is increasing, and that is concerning,” says student organization ISO.

With the return of the basic grant, fewer people are taking on student debt. But the debts they do have are larger. “Inequality is increasing, and that is concerning,” says student organization ISO.

More freedom and choice in new course for all second-years 1,856 students, 80 lecturers and 115 tutors — all for one course. These are the figures for the first edition of Multidisciplinary CBL, the new university-wide course that is mandatory for all second-...

1,856 students, 80 lecturers and 115 tutors — all for one course. These are the figures for the first edition of Multidisciplinary CBL, the new university-wide course that is mandatory for all second-year bachelor’s students, regardless of their program.

Mariëtte Hamer to lead broad TU/e social safety consultation The Executive Board (CvB) wants to work together with the trade unions, the University Council, the Integrity & Social Safety Desk (I&SS), and a new ombudsperson to lay a “stronger foundation” for soc...

The Executive Board (EB) wants to work together with the trade unions, the University Council, the Integrity & Social Safety Desk (I&SS), and a new ombudsperson to lay a “stronger foundation” for social safety. Mariëtte Hamer, member of the university’s Supervisory Board, will take the lead.

The world in your working group The number of international students is growing and will continue to do so, especially at the master’s level. The differences – and the inevitable language barriers – can feel overwhelming, as Edith S...

The number of international students is growing and will continue to do so, especially at the master’s level. The differences – and the inevitable language barriers – can feel overwhelming, columnist Edith Snelders knows. So how do you find your place in this increasingly diverse group?

Students going abroad more often again since covid Students are once again spending a few months abroad for their studies. Still, the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis is not entirely behind us, new figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) show.

Students are once again spending a few months abroad for their studies. Still, the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis is not entirely behind us, new figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) show. www.cursor.tue.nl/en/news/2025...

Students protest housing shortage with street rave A convoy of vehicles will roll through downtown Eindhoven on Saturday afternoon, making plenty of noise along the way. It’s a protest march organized by the youth to draw attention to the housing shor...

A convoy of vehicles will roll through downtown Eindhoven on Saturday afternoon, making plenty of noise along the way. It’s a protest march organized by the youth to draw attention to the housing shortage. Two TU/e students are helping with the organization.