Sometimes questions exist within our society that demand scientific research to be answered, but for which a research budget is not available (and a search on Google or ChatGPT does not give an answer). For these questions, the science shop exists! Together with bachelor and master students from Groningen (the Netherlands), the science shop carries out research studies for free. In this way, students learn about conducting research from which citizens and societal organizations can benefit. In short, this is a ‘win-win situation’.
Read more about our Science Shop (wetenschapswinkel) (in Dutch)
All of our research benefits society directly.
All Science Shops of the University of Groningen perform society focused research for various (non-profit) organisations. Main themes are:
As we are a Science Shop for Medicine and Public health, we mainly do research on healthy ageing which is the focus of UMCG research.
Together with our four other science shops, we cover nearly all research questions that somebody can think of. You can find information about the four other science shops below here:
Furthermore, the science shops collaborate closely with the IT-Law Service Centre and the Green Office.
Do you have a question?
Do not hesitate to send us an e-mail ([email protected]).
We will try to find an answer for you.
Are you a student and do you want to conduct a research project with us?
Please send us an e-mail ([email protected]).
You can often conduct the research project as part of your thesis or internship, or you can receive study credits for it.
Also contact us if you are curious about a research question, or when you want to know more about the science shop.
University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG)
Department of Health Sciences
PO Box 30.001
9700 RB Groningen
The Netherlands
Visiting address
University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG)
Department of Health Sciences
Hanzeplein 1
9713 GZ Groningen
