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… particles can move from the circulatory system into organs and whether they cause any health effects there. Microplastics & Health This research was funded from ZonMw’s programme … With this programme, ZonMw facilitates the development of knowledge about the possible health effects of small plastic particles and what might be done to limit these effects. All 15 short projects in this programme have now been completed. Next, the researchers …

… also saw that microplastics are absorbed by placental cells, where they have a subtle effect on the genes involved in hormone production and metabolism. This raises the question of … and motivates everybody.’ The consortium now enjoys global renown for its work on the health effects of microplastics. Afbeelding Fron left to right: Marja Lamoree, Dick Vethaak, Juliette …

… In 2025, this must yield new knowledge and insights for a provisional risk analysis about the effect of microplastics on our health. Each project focuses on one of the following themes: … nanoplastics in different matrices, such as blood. The project (Micro)2 corona will study the effect of biocorona on the uptake of microplastics in the human gastrointestinal tract. These … particles from our environment can end up in the human body, where they could cause disruptive effects, for example on our immune system. However, much remains unknown about the effects of …

… stress focus on prevention (e.g., shading) and alleviation (e.g., air conditioning), but the effectiveness is influenced by personal, urban and societal factors. Urban layouts (such as the … through a citizen-focused approach to heat stress, perceptions, strategies, tools and effects. Collectively, these vulnerable groups represent a population who are highly susceptible …

… substances or pathogens into the body. Within the ZonMw programme Microplastics & Health the effects of microplastics on human health have been explored in 15 projects. All of the projects … to the short duration of the experiment. For this reason, follow-up research into the long-term effects of nanoplastics on the brain is necessary. Plastic particles in human blood, placenta …

… substances or pathogens into the body. Within the ZonMw programme Microplastics & Health the effects of microplastics on human health have been explored in 15 projects. All of the projects … to the short duration of the experiment. For this reason, follow-up research into the long-term effects of nanoplastics on the brain is necessary. Plastic particles in human blood, placenta …

… from studies to contribute to solutions in combating and preventing future pandemics and the effects of these on society. This happens in the area of: Diagnostics and treatment Care and … Regulatory Pandemic Preparedness During a new pandemic, patients need to receive an effective treatment quickly so that the harm to both the patient and society remains limited. …

… we have accumulated a lot of knowledge and experience about how to use and apply knowledge more effectively, and we are now using it to shape and promote activities for a healthy living … together right from the start, from the identification of new issues. The earlier and more effectively this is done, the greater the chance of impact. More connections, more impact Other …

… is applied. However, recent studies have shown that electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) might be effective as a treatment for challenging behavior in older patients with dementia. Despite the promising effectiveness of ECT for severe challenging behaviour in dementia, ECT is hardly considered for …

… - 12:00 - di, 03/31/2026 - 12:00 10040022230013 Function focused care (FCC) is a proven effective intervention for promoting patients’ physical functioning and mobility. However, … of FCC and nurse leadership, among others by introducing nurse champions evaluating their effect on the application of FCC in a before-after study with quantitative and qualitative …

… achieve a ‘smoke-free generation’. This report   contains a list of elements that have proved effective in local tobacco control policies (available in Dutch) Strengthening the local … healthcare, public healthcare and the social domain, we hope to ensure that GPs provide more effective lifestyle advice (available in Dutch). The projects should help achieve a successful, … by 2040. Research into tobacco control can help us create a society where no one suffers the effects of or dies from smoking. Smoke-free Health Funds has developed a roadmap to create a …

… Through Implementation Mapping, the researchers explore how to implement this approach effectively and sustainably. Additionally, they aim to translate and enhance the proven … version of the app will be tested through a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to assess its effectiveness and acceptability. Research partners This project is a collaboration between …