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Scientists discover new route to strong, biodegradable bioplastics

Wageningen researchers, together with colleagues in Amsterdam and China, have developed a new plant-based plastic that biodegrades naturally.

European research aims to make cities more resilient to extreme heat

New research coordinated by WUR will develop practical solutions to help European cities and regions become cooler, healthier and more resilient.

From climate-resilient crops to better humanitarian aid: eleven WUR researchers awarded Veni grants

Eleven researchers from Wageningen University & Research (WUR) have been awarded a prestigious Veni grant this year, the Dutch Research Council (NWO) announced today. The funding will enable them to further develop their independent research over the next three years.

Dying bacteria help the population survive antibiotics

Bacteria defend themselves against antibiotics not only as individual cells, but also as a community. New research reveals how dying bacteria help the survivors.

Dutch horticulture grows despite uncertain years

How is the Dutch horticulture sector developing economically? New figures show that the sector has experienced strong growth over the past four years.

New study shows timescale is crucial for assessing extinction risk

How do we know which species are most at risk of extinction? According to a new study published in Science Advances, the answer depends not only on where we look, but also on how far back in time we look.

The Next Chapter of the Wageningen Forest

How a tree planting initiative evolved into a collaborative research project in Kenya

Water-exchange openings linked to distinct marine communities inside offshore wind foundations

Marine communities have developed inside offshore wind turbine foundations with water exchange holes that differ from the communities on the outside.

Implementation of biosecurity measures on poultry farms needs to be improved

Research shows that improving compliance with biosecurity measures on poultry farms helps prevent avian influenza and other animal diseases.