Professor Dr. Erik Hendriksen

Biography

Erik Hendriksen is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University specializing in the study of pharmacology and neuropsychopharmacology. He coordinates the neuropsychopharmacology course in the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and teaches various subjects across the Bachelor and Master programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences. His research focuses on the anxiolytic effects of environmental enrichment and the role of microglia and brain mast cells in neuroinflammation related to health and disease. In addition to teaching, Hendriksen supervises internships for both Bachelor and Master students and is actively involved in various research projects utilizing techniques such as animal training, behavioral analysis, and immunocytochemistry. He also has a background in scientific and popular writing, contributing to the broader understanding of therapeutic interventions and treatments, particularly in relation to PTSD. Outside of academia, he is engaged in local politics and serves on the board of the D66 party. He is also a trade union officer for FNV, advocating for workers’ rights and providing support for university employees.

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