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Arjan Stegeman is a Professor at Utrecht University, where he holds the Chair of Farm Animal Health. His research focuses on animal health and welfare, critical components of sustainable livestock farming. He leads dynamic research initiatives aimed at understanding herd health in farm animals. His work encompasses epidemiology, infections in animal populations, and the mechanisms that drive disease distribution and control efficacy. Stegeman's research integrates experimental, observational, and modeling studies, fostering collaborations with experts in infection processes. He is dedicated to bridging individual-level and population-level research to advance the understanding of disease dynamics. Throughout his career, he has studied various diseases including epizootic, zoonotic, and endemic diseases, as well as issues like antimicrobial resistance. In addition to his research, he is actively engaged at the science-policy interface to ensure that scientific insights contribute to evidence-based decision-making. Stegeman is a member of the Expert Group on Animal Diseases in the Netherlands and serves on EFSA's Animal Health and Welfare Panel and the WOAH Scientific Commission on Animal Diseases. He finds fulfillment in mentoring PhD students and strives to inspire innovative ideas within the veterinary curriculum, while collaborating with colleagues worldwide.
Department of Psychology