20/04/2026
Trying to get your Sona/ Stars? Here are some Studies that could be interesting for you!
Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience Together they ensure an inspiring environment that is engaged in education and research of a constantly high level.
The Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience (FPN) consist of 1400 students and 220 scientists, tutors/lecturers, technicians and other support staff.
20/04/2026
Trying to get your Sona/ Stars? Here are some Studies that could be interesting for you!
Did you know? 👀
The place where you usually sit your exams transforms every year around March–April into something completely different…
It becomes home to TEFAF, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious art fairs 🌍✨
Top galleries from around the globe gather there, showcasing incredible masterpieces.
You can even see works by iconic artists like Picasso and Monet up close 🎨
From exams to extraordinary art, same place, totally different world.
Let’s meet Eleni our ambassador for the master of cognitive neuroscience✨ if you have any questions about that master or want to see her daily life as a cognitive neuroscience student feel free to follow her
12/03/2026
(This event is in Dutch)
On 16 March, researchers from Maastricht University and Maastricht UMC+ will kick off Brain Awareness Week during “Brains for Lunch”.
The session will be introduced by Prof. David Linden, Prof. Yasin Temel, and Prof. André Aleman.
Afterwards, the following researchers will share their expertise:
1. Julia Sistermans | Gepersonaliseerde depressiebehandeling afgestemd op hersenpatronen, DNA en gedrag
2. Bob Kapteijns | Hersenontwikkeling en vroege leesontwikkeling bij jonge kinderen
3. Larissa van der Giessen | Wat als je jouw eigen grootste criticus bent? Hoe de SELFIE-interventie jongeren helpt hun zelfbeeld te verbeteren
4. Rosine Rutten | Loslaten en bijtanken, essentieel voor je gezondheid
5. Jurriaan Hodzelmans/Eva Gruintjes | Als de bedrading hapert: van zenuwmeting naar hersenstimulatie
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05/03/2026
During Brain Awareness Week: Film & Talk, the 2019 documentary Hunting for Hedonia will be screened. Neurosurgeon Prof. Yasin Temel will introduce the film with a short lecture on deep brain stimulation and his work at Maastricht UMC+.
After the film, there will be time for discussion over drinks and snacks at the Faculty Bar.
Register now via the link in bio!
27/02/2026
During Brain Awareness Week from 16-20 March 2026, the brain will take centre stage. From fundamental research to prevention, from film and debate to art and encounters: this week, we will bring science and society together around a single theme – brain health.
Please note that the whole programme is in Dutch, except for “Film & Talk”
📍More info, link in bio
Join us to get to know and some fast question about their Student association! 🧡✨
29/01/2026
We had a lot of fun introducing students joining our faculty from abroad. As always the International Relations Office FPN & M&C department organised activities to make our guests feel at home. And maybe even a little competitive during the yearly Pub Quiz!
We hope that despite exam week, you will have time to enjoy the wonderful Christmas season in Maastricht! ✨🤶🏼🧑🏽🎄🎄
04/12/2025
New Doctor Spotlight 🎓💡
Eveline E. Schippers investigates how sexual deviance develops, offering fresh insights for therapy and prevention.