News A selection of news from Leiden University. News First group of professionals complete Kingdom Affairs course Lifelong learning 29 April 2026 Forty participants celebrated completing the Kingdom Affairs course with their instructors, family and friends on Friday 24 April. What is this new co... Magic tricks reduce stress, pain and anxiety during vaccinations 23 April 2026 Injections can be a source of stress and anxiety for children. The Willem-Alexander Children’s Hospital is exploring ways to improve the experience. T... What is the role of protest in academic debate? Community. Conversation. Connection. 23 April 2026 Protest is a human right and an important way to hold the authorities to account. But how does the right to protest relate to academic freedom and the... Leiden University outlines approach to responsible collaboration following advice of Committee on Human Rights Sensitive collaboration 23 April 2026 Leiden University is announcing its approach to sensitive collaboration with external partners. This has been prompted by the ongoing, troubling situa... How should we measure progress? Rutger Hoekstra nominated for prestigious Frontiers Planet Prize Sustainability 22 April 2026 Well-being economist Rutger Hoekstra has been named as one of the 26 National Champions of the international Frontiers Planet Prize. He is receiving t... ‘Only in this way can we be prepared for both known and new infectious diseases’ Inaugural lecture 16 April 2026 Good and up to date data are crucial for effectively combating infectious diseases and protecting public health. Endowed professor Susan van den Hof a... Why choose? Alumna Vivienne Aerts is a psychologist, musician, teacher and artist 15 April 2026 As a jazz singer, alumna Vivienne Aerts caused an international sensation. As a teacher, she uses her degree in Psychology to help musicians cope bett... Crimmigration conference uses art to foster dialogue 15 April 2026 The debate on migration and criminalisation concerns everyone from citizens and policymakers to academics. The Crimmigration in an Age of Authoritaria... No ordinary sea: who governs the Strait of Hormuz? Law of the sea 14 April 2026 Which law governs the Strait of Hormuz? Under international law, both Iran and the US are expected to comply with the ‘Constitution for the Oceans’. I... Teaching and learning toolkit on stars and their many meanings Uni-visions 13 April 2026 Download free: an inspiring teaching and learning toolkit by Jos van den Broek exploring star shapes, their symbolic meanings and their role across cu... All news items
