Dutch university celebrates its 92nd birthdayWageningen University in the Netherlands has celebrated its 92nd birthday with the theme 'A World In Transition'. At the event, PhD-students presented results of their research into cleaner production processes; from reducing the emission of greenhouse gasses in agriculture to producing materials and energy with biological rather than fossil resources. Speakers at the event included Professor Marten Scheffer - winner of the prestigious Spinoza Prize in 2009; Professor Robbert Dijkgraaf - president of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences; and Rector Professor Martin Kropff. These speakers gave their opinions on the role of science in a world that is undergoing rapid and radical transitions. Wageningen University is one of the leading international universities with courses in the field of healthy nutrition and living environment. It aims to improve the quality of life by focusing on three main themes: Health, Lifestyle & Livelihood; Food & Food Production and Living Environment. This university offers a wide range of study options in the fields of climate, energy, water, environment, nutrition, health, landscape and animals. These fields are approached from various perspectives such as economics, management, research, product development, technology and international cooperation. Find out more about Wageningen University. Looking for funding for postgraduate studies in 2010? Check out the exclusive bursaries on offer from Postgrad Solutions. Content added on 5th April 2010. |
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