Specialization
Community Genetics and Public Health Genomics, Implementation Science, Multi-stakeholder involvement, Pharmacogenetics, Direct-to-consumer genetic testing, Patient access to therapies for rare diseases, Consent for secondary use of genetic data
Focus of research
My research evolves around relevant societal and policy questions for responsible innovation in the field of Community Genetics, with a strong emphasis on valorization. Topics include: implementation of pharmacogenetics, responsible use of direct-to-consumer genetic testing, ethical and governance aspects of drug repurposing for rare diseases and roles and responsibilities in digital health.
I am:
- an inquisitive researcher with a PhD in “Translating the dynamics of genetics into health care practice”, and experience in policy-informing studies;
- skilled in implementation research, multi-stakeholder involvement, qualitative study design, motivational leadership, scientific writing, and teaching;
- aiming to create impact by building bridges, stimulating knowledge exchange, and defining strategies for optimization and change in the field of Public Health Genomics;
- secretary of the Dutch Association for Community Genetics and Public Health Genomics (NACGG); and
- program leader of the Personalized Medicine program from the Amsterdam Public Health (APH) research institute.