Four excellent VU scientists appointed as professors

Flag VU Amsterdam The Executive Board of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam appoints Fleur Deken, Rik Peels, Jeroen de Ridder, and Barbara Regeer as professors at the University Research Chair, effective September 1, 2023. Through the URC program , Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam recognizes excellent academics who are considered emerging leaders in their field. VU Amsterdam congratulates the four upcoming professors. Rector Magnificus Jeroen Geurts: "I am very proud that we can appoint these outstanding scientists as professors. All four of them conduct groundbreaking research with a focus on promoting collaboration between science and practice and responding to societal developments. With their interdisciplinary approach to research and education that aligns with the long-term academic ambition and research vision, they are important ambassadors for VU Amsterdam. I wish them success in their professorship." Fleur Deken.