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Do you adapt your language to fit in?

Linguist Hielke Vriesendorp and poet Vlinder Verouden discuss language, identity, and feeling at home.

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In 2026, Utrecht University and UMC Utrecht celebrate 390 years of collaboration and progress in research, healthcare and education.
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Do birds enjoy flying?

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A new study at Utrecht University suggests that flying leads to positive emotions in cockatoos.
Flying puts cockatoos in a more optimistic mood
Investigation into own email environment

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Through four pilot projects, Utrecht University explores the possibilities for greater digital autonomy.
Greater digital autonomy
Making lettuce more resistant to heatwaves

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Climate change and higher temperatures have an impact on the crops we grow and eat.
High temperatures lead to bitter leaves