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Scientific projects receive funding from Open Science NL

Scientific projects receive funding from Open Science NL

Leiden, 8 January 2026 – Two scientific projects from Leiden University and LUMC have received funding from Open Science NL. The aim is to make science more accessible to researchers and society at large. The projects are part of a total of 45 initiatives in the...
Over €900,000 for new treatment against atherosclerosis

Over €900,000 for new treatment against atherosclerosis

How can we slow down atherosclerosis? Researcher Amanda Foks believes it may be possible by targeting aged immune cells. This could lead to an entirely new treatment for heart attacks and strokes. For this research, she has been awarded the Established Investigator...
New medication shows promise in cardiovascular disease

New medication shows promise in cardiovascular disease

Scientists have successfully tested a new medication that could represent a breakthrough in the treatment of heart disease. Researchers at Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) have successfully tested a drug in mice that could transform the treatment of...