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Why Effective Giving Matters In the Netherlands, charitable giving is a cornerstone of social progress. According to the latest Giving in the Netherlands report, 76 % of households donate to at least one organization each year. Yet, the impact of each euro can vary dramatically depending on how a charity uses its resources. Effective charity donations—those […]
Building Resilience in Later Life with Habit‑Based Strategies As the global population ages, the need for practical tools that help older adults maintain independence and well‑being grows rapidly. In 2025, researchers at the University of Amsterdam unveiled a self‑help training program that leverages the brain’s remaining strengths to foster new healthy habits. The program is […]
Why E-learning Fusion 2025 Matters for Adult Learners in Poland The upcoming E-learning Fusion 2025 (ELF25) conference in Warsaw is set to become the benchmark for digital learning and skill development across the country. For professionals in adult education, the event offers a unique opportunity to explore how artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and adaptive learning […]
Overview of the Podkarpackie Academic Swimming Competition The 2025 Academic Championships of Podkarpackie in swimming, held on 16 November at the ROSiR swimming pool in Rzeszów, gathered top university athletes from the region. Organized by the UITM AZS Club, the event featured a full slate of 50‑meter races across all strokes, a 100‑meter individual medley, […]
Experience the 19th Edition of the Open Day at UITM The University of Information Technology and Management (UITM) in Rzeszow recently hosted the 19th edition of its Open Day, a flagship event that brings together students, faculty, and visitors to showcase the university’s vibrant scientific clubs and student organizations. The event, held on December 3, 2025, attracted […]
Integrating 2D‑LC‑MS into a Self‑Driving Laboratory The University of Amsterdam’s Van ’t Hoff Institute for Molecular Sciences (HIMS) has recently added an Agilent Revident LC/Q‑TOF system to its self‑driving analytical AI laboratory. This upgrade enables fully autonomous method development for polymer analysis, combining high‑resolution mass spectrometry with two‑dimensional liquid chromatography (2D‑LC). Researchers can now design, execute, […]
Why Accessible Science Matters Science education is a cornerstone of modern society, yet many children still feel that it is a distant, elite field. Traditional classroom models often present science as a set of facts to be memorised, delivered by adults who are perceived as the sole experts. This approach can unintentionally reinforce the idea […]
Why ChatGPT Is Becoming a Common Companion for Mental Health In the Netherlands, and increasingly worldwide, people are turning to AI chatbots for quick, non‑judgmental conversation. ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, is one of the most popular tools. Its design—always available, never angry, and consistently affirming—makes it attractive for those who feel lonely or anxious. The […]
How Afrofusion 2025 Bridged Cultures at UITM On 28 November 2025, the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow (UITM) hosted Afrofusion 2025, an event that brought together students, local residents, and secondary‑school pupils for a day of cultural exchange. The program combined academic discussion, music, dance, and interactive quizzes, creating a dynamic environment […]
In the bustling campus of the University of Windsor, a second‑year student named Sohila Sidhu exemplifies how a disciplined approach can merge rigorous academics, research, and extracurricular passions. As a black‑belt karate practitioner, a Model United Nations (MUN) committee director, and a pre‑medical student, Sidhu demonstrates that balance is achievable with intentional planning and support […]
