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Mo 26 May 2025

First Edition of the Groningen Half Marathon a Big Success: Rain, Records and a Shared Sense of Pride

"One half marathon doesn’t make a Half Marathon," said Edward van der Meer, Director of Campus Groningen, with a smile during the award ceremony. "So the second one is on its way, and after the third edition, it’s a tradition – and that’s what we’re aiming for!" Judging by the thousands of participants and spectators, that tradition is already well underway.

Expositie Place to Be op Zernike Campus,

We 21 May 2025

New Faces, Lasting Stories Campus Groningen launches fourth edition of ‘Place to Be’

This week, Campus Groningen launches the fourth edition of its visibility campaign Place to Be. The campaign, which goes live this week and will be in the spotlight during the Half Marathon on Sunday, May 25, once again highlights inspiring stories and the many opportunities the campus has to offer.

Zonder vrijwilligers Groningen Atletiek geen Halve Marathon Groningen

Tu 20 May 2025

Without Groningen Atletiek’s volunteers, no Groningen Half Marathon: “We’re there with about 70 people"

On Sunday, May 25, the city of Groningen will be transformed into the stage for the Groningen Half Marathon, powered by Campus Groningen. With nearly 10,000 runners at the starting line, it’s a major event. But what many participants don’t realize is that behind the scenes, an army of volunteers is hard at work. One of the driving forces is Toon de Vries, a coach at Groningen Atletiek and a member of the event committee.

Mo 12 May 2025

Sustainability takes center stage at the LIFE Science Conference 2025

Ustainability goes beyond the environment; it is also a vital part of the future of our healthcare system. During the fourth edition of the LIFE Science Conference, the theme 'Sustainability in Health(care)' takes center stage—a topic that evokes both urgency and inspiration within the life sciences and healthcare sector.

Mo 12 May 2025

“You don’t just run a half marathon.” Loopgroep gRunn warms up for the Groningen Half Marathon

Running is popular, and in the run-up to the Groningen Half Marathon, powered by Campus Groningen, runners are everywhere, on campus and throughout the city. Some are training for the full 21 kilometers, others for the 5 or 10 kilometer race, or the 2.5 km Kids Run. Among them are members of Loopgroep gRunn, a spirited running group based in Groningen. On Sunday, May 25, several of them will take part in the event. Runners Richard Oude Breuil and Annekin Faber (also chair of the group), along with trainer Egbert Euving, share their preparation stories.

Th 8 May 2025

"For real scaling, you need a plan." Parrhesia Fermentery continues to grow with the Mkb Feasibility Voucher and Innolab AgriFood.

Parrhesia Fermentery is a unique company developing artisanal and healthy fermented beverages and plant-based cheeses. With support from Innolab at Campus Groningen and an Mkb Feasibility Voucher, initiator Floris Glasbeek can take significant steps in the development and scaling of his innovative products.

Minister Beljaarts en Staatssecretaris Van Marum bezoeken Niemeyer

We 7 May 2025

Minister Beljaarts and State Secretary Van Marum visit Niemeyer: focus on digital innovation in Northern Netherlands

Today, Niemeyer in Groningen opened its doors for a working visit by Minister Beljaarts (Ministry of Economic Affairs) and State Secretary Van Marum (Reconstruction Groningen). During their visit, the officials gained insight into ambitious plans to transform Niemeyer into the hotspot for digital innovation in Northern Netherlands. They were welcomed by Mayor Mirjam van 't Veld, Kristiaan Capelle (owner of MWPO), and Edward van der Meer (director of Campus Groningen).

Tu 22 April 2025

Half Marathon Groningen: 21 km Sold Out – Register Now for the Other Distances!

The Half Marathon distance for the Groningen Half Marathon powered by Campus Groningen is sold out – and more than a month before the start! But there's good news for everyone still wanting to join: tickets are still available for the 10 KM, 5 KM, and the 2.5 KM Kids Run.

IMChip en MimeCure in top 10 nationale Academische Startup Competitie

Tu 8 April 2025

IMChip and MimeCure in top 10 national Academische Startup Competition

The Groningen-based startups IMChip, founded by Prof. Dr. Tamalika Banerjee of the University of Groningen, and MimeCure, led by Prof. Dr. Erik Frijlink and Dr. Luke van der Koog, have made it into the top 10 of the national Academic Startup Competition. This recognition places them among the most promising academic startups in the Netherlands. This spring, members of both startups will join a trade mission to Silicon Valley with ScaleNL.

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