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… PKD1-/- cells compete and overgrow PKD1+/+ cells, and how cystic cells exert their cystogenic effects on the microenvironment. By studying the confetti-reporter in an inducible Pkd1-/- mouse … has a major negative impact on the quality of life and leads to reduced participation in society and loneliness. There are some non-surgical options such as using an anal tampon or …

… understand how we can take account of these things, we can start working towards an inclusive society. > See the Diversity and Inclusion web page Animal Test-Free Research ZonMw has a long … for humans. We therefore strive to keep animal tests to a minimum. We also work to make more effective use of the results of animal tests by improving their accessibility and reusability. > …

… outcome may be negative, but what counts is that every result, whether or not there is an effect, helps science move forward.  The total available grant budget in this grant round (Off … This amount includes a contribution of €250,000,- by Stichting  Proefdiervrij ( The Dutch Society for the Replacement of Animal Testing ) . Together with the Off Road grant budget of  …

… (minority and regional) languages and dialects. This project investigates the most effective approach to adapt deep learning-based systems to improve speech recognition … Dr. R. Fermin  -> Leiden University -> United Kingdom  -> University of Cambridge  -> 24 months Society faces the enormous challenge of reconciling the reduction of carbon emissions with an … This study investigates the peculiar scientific revolution that Rome failed to make happen. Effects of benzodiazepines on eye movements and memory for a virtual reality crime Dr. L Kloft …

… research as part of the ‘Make space for health’ programme. The programme is concerned with the effect that the design of the living environment has on health, sustained healthy (or unhealthy) behaviour, and participation in society. “Sustainable collaboration is about working together in the long term, on a regular …

… phase. Research into lifestyle medicine is also already underway. Researchers are studying the effect of various lifestyle interventions on chronic conditions. Accessible community disease … People’s living environment affects their health, behaviour and ability to participate in society. Knowledge from research helps local authorities to promote a healthy lifestyle and …

… and support should help improve  quality of life , so that the most vulnerable people in our society can also be actively involved and participate despite their difficulties. Irrespective … a physical disability  find it more difficult in various ways to participate in the life of society. Things like work, housing, social activities and mobility involve challenges for people … needs, good examples, inhibiting and facilitating factors, and how ZonMw can promote positive effects of digitization and technology in long-term care. Read the outcomes from the report here …

… of the Netherlands reveals that health gains can be achieved with research and implementing effective outcomes in practice. Within the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport (VWS) … of the Kingdom of the Netherlands die more often from causes that could have been avoided with effective healthcare and/or prevention. Previous research has revealed, for instance, that … seven reflection sessions, the input from researchers, policymakers, practitioners and civil society will be used to give direction to the (further) development of knowledge for improving …

… is being provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality and the Dutch Society for the Replacement of Animal Testing. Create2Solve is an initiative of the ZonMw … on amount of test chemical added to culture medium, is generally used to express concentration-effect relationships in in-vitro toxicity tests. However, for instable, volatile, lipophilic and … the nominal concentration does not represent the concentration responsible for the observed effect at the target site in cells. In this project, we are further developing tools that …

… and a big data approach can be chosen. However, we must also carefully consider the detrimental effects of doing this.’ Jeannette: ‘The researchers interviewed by us told us this as well. One … different disciplines. Those nuances are lost when you produce a uniform policy. Such a policy effectively disrupts people’s work processes. We are still trying to find ways to discuss those … and the policies of universities all play a role in this. But also the call for relevance from society. There are so many factors that have an influence on research practice. And that makes …

… Amsterdam UMC (VUmc location). Risk Reduction Consortium – Lifestyle 1 What interventions are effective in preventing dementia in people at increased risk of dementia? The researchers help … cooperation between different research fields, care institutions, the business community, civil society organisations and government bodies is essential. We can only make a difference if we …