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Thomas Cauvin joins the University with FNR ATTRACT fellowship
Learn moreThe French national Thomas Cauvin, currently Professor of History at the University of Colorado and President of the International Federation for Public History, will join the Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C²DH) at the University of Luxembourg thanks to an FNR ATTRACT fellowship endowed with 2 million euros (over five years). Thomas Cauvin’s…
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SNCI supports creation of micro-enterprises from research projects
Learn moreThe SNCI (Société Nationale de Crédit et d’Investissement) and the University of Luxembourg signed a new cooperation agreement with the objective to support the creation of micro-enterprises based on projects developed at the University. The agreement was signed by SNCI Chairman Patrick Nickels, and the University of Luxembourg, represented by rector Prof. Stéphane Pallage and…
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Learning How to Harness the Power of Space Data
Learn moreIn collaboration with the Competence Centre, the University of Luxembourg proudly presents a new training programme, the Copernicus MOOC (Massive Open Online Course). Copernicus MOOC is a free online training aimed at enabling everyone to address challenges linked to space data.
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University and ATOZ sign agreement to extend funding for five years
Learn moreThe University of Luxembourg and the ATOZ Foundation signed a renewable agreement that extends the funding of the ATOZ Chair for European and International Taxation for five years.
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A welcome budget extension to allow for new initiatives
Learn moreThe Rector of the University, Stéphane Pallage, on the mid-term review of the institution’s contrat d’établissement.
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New Study Reveals Shift in Luxembourgish Voting Behaviour
Learn moreThe behaviour of Luxembourg’s voting population and their opinions regarding various social issues has changed significantly during the last years according to STUDIALUX, an analysis conducted by the University of Luxembourg’s Chair in Legislative Studies (Chaire de recherche en études parlementaires). Philippe Poirier, holder of the chair, presented the results.
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Inventing Autonomy for In-Orbit Satellite Repairs
Learn moreThe University of Luxembourg’s Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) signed a partnership agreement with the space start-up LIFT ME OFF (LMO). The cooperation provides crucial research support for tackling future needs of autonomous in-orbit satellite repairs.
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University supports closing the gender gap in science
Learn more11 February marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, designed to raise awareness for gender gaps in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). In the academic year 2018/2019, 1689 students were enrolled at the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) of the University of Luxembourg. 541 (32%) of those were…
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World Cancer Day: Tumour biology is a research focus at the University
Learn moreCancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. It accounts for more than 9 million deaths per year, a number which is estimated to rise (Figure 1). In Luxembourg, there are about 3000 new cases of cancer each year. The most frequent types of cancer are breast, lung, prostate, colon and skin cancer.…