Dr. Emma Kasteel

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Emma Kasteel is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University, focusing on the health effects of micro- and nanoplastics. She earned her PhD in 2021, with a dissertation centered on Generation Risk Assessment for Chemicals, emphasizing alternative in vitro and in silico methods for toxicity testing. Currently, she is involved in the MOMENTUM project, which investigates the potential neurotoxic effects of microplastics, including how particles can cross the blood-brain barrier. Her ongoing research aims to understand the implications of these particles on human health, contributing to the growing field of environmental health and toxicity sciences.

Research Interests

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology