News of Wageningen University & Research
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23 October 2023
Exact source of Dutch bluetongue outbreak remains uncertain
- Research indicates that the four locations where the first symptoms of bluetongue were observed, were probably also the first infections in the... -
19 October 2023
'We have to keep a close watch on zoonoses'
- “The increase in the extent of zoonoses continues over a longer period of time,” observes Wim van der Poel, research leader 'Emerging and... -
28 September 2023
CGN presents new insights at the 74th EAAP annual meeting
- The annual meeting of the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP) in Lyon provided CGN researchers with an opportunity to share their latest... -
27 September 2023
Sustainable recovery and valuable reuse of phosphate from wastewater
- Selective removal of phosphate residues from wastewater can be done in a more sustainable process, providing greater opportunities for reuse, all... -
26 September 2023
Each Dutch region its own distinctive biobased focus
- Regions play a significant role in the pursuit of climate objectives, especially in fostering the advancement of the bioeconomy. However, determining... -
25 September 2023
Purifying water at its source: pharmaceuticals and antimicrobial resistance removal in hospitals and healthcare centers
- Pharmaceutical residues, including antibiotics and antidepressants, are increasingly being released into the sewer network. Removing all traces of... -
22 September 2023
Looking for a new approach for preserving chicken reproductive material
- What is the best way to freeze chicken sperm, without damaging its motility? A new project called CRYOCHICK will be testing alternative methods. -
20 September 2023
Research networks for a circular and climate-neutral society
- Researchers taking up strategic positions in networks, think tanks, and committees ensure that WUR furthers the transition towards a circular and... -
15 September 2023
On-pack information about expiry dates can change food waste behaviours in households
- Misunderstanding of expiry date marking (Use-by or Best-before) has been identified as one of the causes of food waste at the household level. In a... -
06 September 2023
Bluetongue detected in Dutch sheep
- At four Dutch sheep farms bluetongue has been detected. Analyses by the National Reference Laboratory of Wageningen Bioveterinary Research (WBVR, part...