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The Dead Sea Scrolls, discovered between 1947 and 1965 in various caves, are among the most remarkable archaeological finds of the last century. These texts, primarily Jewish writings over 2,000 years old—including the oldest manuscripts of the Bible—were found in areas such as Qumran. At the time, these areas fell under different authorities: the British Mandate territory, Jordanian-occupied territory, and Israeli territory. No new Dead Sea Scrolls have been discovered since 1965.

The UMCG and the University of Groningen (UG) are continuing the development of the new Central Laboratory for Diagnostics and Research (CLDR). In the coming period, the preliminary design will be further elaborated into a final design, bringing the realization of the new laboratory building one step closer.

Europe is gearing up for a magnificent natural phenomenon: on 12 August, there will be a total solar eclipse in northern Spain. Here in the Netherlands, it will be a partial eclipse. No less than 90 per cent of the Sun will be obscured. The University of Groningen (UG) has set up observation points at various locations in the north, equipped with instruments and special eclipse glasses so that people can view the solar eclipse safely.

AI is making inroads into all sectors, including the judiciary. Is this a positive development? According to Benedikt Schmitz, it could save time. ‘But AI must not take the place of the judge.’

A new international study published in Nature Food reveals that age plays an important but often overlooked role in shaping global food-related greenhouse gas emissions. The study shows that dietary emissions can vary substantially across people’s life stages.

The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has awarded a Veni grant of up to €320.000 each to 21 researchers of the University of Groningen and the UMCG.

The Board of the University cordially invites you to the Opening of the 2026-2027 Academic Year on Monday 31 August 2026 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Martinikerk in Groningen. The theme for the opening is ’The University at the heart of Society’.

Researchers from the University of Groningen have received international FWO-SBO funding for two collaborative projects on hybrid nanopore technology and the circular design of polyurethanes, advancing molecular sensing and sustainable materials research.

During the upcoming College Tour, students and staff from knowledge institutions in the Northern Netherlands will have the opportunity to see the Minister of Education, Culture and Science up close.