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Scientific research thrives on the exchange of ideas across the world, it should not be confined to the laboratories of a single institution. The University of Antwerp embraces this vision and strongly invests in international programs. A beautiful example of this mindset is the journey of Gabriel Bueno dos Santos, a medical student from São Paulo, Brazil.

Kan je een wetenschappelijk probleem oplossen met alleen maar AI-tools, zonder dat je iets van het onderwerp afweet? Dat was het uitgangspunt van een experiment opgezet door de Faculteit Farmaceutische, Biomedische en Diergeneeskundige Wetenschappen en de Faculteit Geneeskunde en Gezondheidswetenschappen van de Universiteit Antwerpen. [ENGLISH BELOW]

The Nobel Prize in Medicine 2025 is awarded to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi for their research on how the immune system is kept in check. ‘The researchers combined different scientific approaches to deepen the understanding of the regulation of the immune system’, says Professor Ingrid De Meester.

Ieder jaar reizen de studenten van de derde bachelor farmaceutische wetenschappen een week naar het buitenland in het kader van de Internationale Inleefdagen. Dit jaar ging de reis naar Kuopio in Finland.
We vroegen aan Sofie Wyckmans, student farmaceutische wetenschappen aan de Universiteit Antwerpen, om haar ervaringen neer te pennen.

As we commemorate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we’d like to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our women researchers who are leading the way in scientific exploration. From unraveling the complexities of neurological disorders to pioneering advancements in cancer imaging and treatment, these exceptional women are at the forefront of cutting-edge research.

In Antwerp, the Pint of Science festival is brewing, creating a perfect blend of academia and casual pub atmosphere. Pint of Science is a global science communication initiative held annually in 25 countries around the world during the month of May. The premise is simple yet powerful – bringing researchers to local pubs to share their work in an informal and engaging manner. The goal is to break down barriers, make science accessible, and foster meaningful conversations between scientists and the public.

In recognition of the need for gender equality and empowering women and girls in science, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 11th February as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. On this special occasion, let us celebrate the achievements and contributions of some of the remarkable women scientists in our faculty!

My name is Roxanne Mols. Last June, I graduated as a Master in Biomedical Sciences: Infectious and Tropical Diseases at the University of Antwerp. It was a wonderful journey where I got to broaden my interests and meet lots of new people. I learnt so much and grew tremendously as a person. I was given lots of opportunities, and one initiative that I found particularly helpful was Academics For Development (AFD).