Groningen Research Institute for the Study of Culture

The Groningen Research Institute for the Study of Culture (RUG) is a research center based at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. It focuses on understanding cultural dynamics through interdisciplinary studies, combining insights from disciplines like history, literature, and sociology. The institute aims to explore cultural phenomena in a global context, examining how culture shapes and is shaped by societal changes. Researchers at RUG work on diverse topics, fostering collaboration and innovation to contribute valuable knowledge about cultural identities, heritage, and communication in today's world.