Droevendaalsesteeg 10
6708 PB Wageningen
The Netherlands
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As a research assistant within the Animal Ecology Department I assist with various projects from the Rowe research group. Here I am involved in the molecular analysis of samples, managing data, and assisting with fieldwork.
Biografie
Throughout my career I have always been passionate about understanding animal behaviour and its underlying mechanisms. At the University of Groningen I completed a master in Behavioural and Cognitive Neurosciences. Here I had the opportunity to be involved with various interesting research projects. In the first, I studied sleep/wake rhythms in barnacle geese and starlings to investigate the impact of sleep deprivation. After this, I conducted a research project in Switzerland where I focused on the role of MCH neurons in the hypothalamus and in regulating sleep in context-dependent ways in mice.
These experiences led me to NIOO where I can combine my love of animals with my interest in eco-physiological research. I enjoy contributing to meaningful research on avian microbiomes and engaging in both field and laboratory work. I am also involved in the management of the samples and data collected within the department, and look forward to supporting the fascinating research here for some time to come.