Children can learn arithmetic faster and better
During the first two years of primary education children can learn to do arithmetic faster and better with the help of a more systematically structured educational programme. For older children, teaching arithmetic with the systematic use of visual aids, such as blocks and strings of beads, has many advantages. This is apparent from the review study by NWO researchers Egbert Harskamp and Annemieke Jacobse from the University of Groningen. Continue
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New technique unravels transport in living brain cellsA new technique has made it possible to study the functioning of motor proteins in living brain cells. Previously, this could previously only be done under artificial conditions outside the cell. Continue |
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The Innovational Research Incentives Scheme ('Vernieuwingsimpuls') provides talented researchers with the opportunity to conduct their own research programme independently and to remain committed to the scientific profession. Researchers from abroad may apply.Continue |
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The Rubicon programme offers talented postgraduates from abroad the opportunity to spend one year conducting research in the Netherlands. There are three selection rounds a year for Rubicon grants. Women especially are urged to apply. Continue |
