The Science Café Nijmegen is a Café where scientists and the general public come together to discuss current scientific topics and discoveries in an comfortable and informal setting. It aims to make science more accessible and exciting to everyone, supporting a deeper understanding and appreciation of science.
On February 5, 2024, the event titled “Autism and ADHD: Two Sides of the Same Coin?” took place, featuring experts Annelies Spek from the Autism Expertise Centre and CANDY Coordinator Prof Jan Buitelaar from Radboud University. They delved into the potential neurobiological similarities between autism and ADHD, challenging common stereotypes. The evening discussion was accompanied by a jazz performance from the Norman Samuels Trio.
For more details on this event and the Science Café Nijmegen, please visit the its event page.
As part of the “Horizon 2020” programme, the European Commission is funding the five-year CANDY research project with a total of six million Euro under grant agreement No. 847818.