How we are working towards a better world
Open conversations about science
In the fall of 2022 about 300 visitors of several libraries in Utrecht spoke with researchers from Utrecht University. Together they exchanged ideas and experiences about societal issues regarding upbringing, sustainability, health and freedom.
Energy of the future
Where will your energy come from 30 years from now? Cooking with gas is no longer an option, coal and cement are long gone. We are on the eve of a true revolution. From electricity to heat, storage and transport: get ready for energy 2.0.
Rising above water
Sea levels are rising, and the rate of rise is accelerating. All over the world, many of today’s dikes, sea walls and flood barriers won’t be enough to hold back the water in the future. How can we minimise the damage and ensure people have somewhere safe to go when the water does come?
Virus discovered in research plant
A previously unknown virus has been found to occur worldwide in the most widely studied plant species, thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana). The presence of the virus was discovered by researchers at Utrecht University and Wageningen University & Research.
Facts and figures
With some 110 nationalities students and staff work and study together in an international environment.
Our students appreciate the many options available within our more than 150 Master's programmes.
Every year, 440 Utrecht PhD candidates obtain their doctorate.
With over 35,000 students we are one of the largest Dutch universities.
Our people
Bert Weckhuysen
Distinguished University ProfessorProf. Bert Weckhuysen received the very first Chemistry Europe Award for his achievements in the field of sustainable chemistry and catalysis research.
The innovative character, the scientific depth, but also the broad impact of his work are remarkable.
Merel Ritskes-Hoitinga
ProfessorHow to do research in the field of medicine, food safety and toxicology without the use of animals? In her research and teaching, Merel Ritskes-Hoitinga focuses on guidelines and (faster) acceptance of alternatives to animal testing.
Pooyan Tamimi Arab and Raha Heshmatikhah
Assistant Professor and Master's StudentHow do Raha Heshmatikhah, a Master's student in Clinical Psychology and Pooyan Tamimi Arab, an Assistant Professor of Religious Studies – UU community members with Iranian roots – look at the situation in Iran?
Niki Frantzeskaki
Chair Professor of Regional and Metropolitan Governance and PlanningNiki Frantzeskaki focuses on urban issues related to climate change, from extreme droughts to floods, biodiversity crises and even serious public health implications. Collaboration is key.
