Dr. Gert Veenstra

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Biography

Gert Jan Veenstra is a Professor of Molecular Developmental Biology at Radboud University, where he also serves as the Director of the Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of gene regulation during embryonic heart development. The Veenstra group employs a variety of model systems including human and mouse stem cells, as well as amphibian embryos, to explore the strategies that cells use to access their genetic and epigenetic information in the context of development and differentiation potential. His work integrates generation sequencing and comparative approaches, aiming to enhance the understanding of normal and abnormal development, pluripotency, differentiation, and the modeling of cardiovascular diseases utilizing stem cells in regenerative medicine.

Research Interests

Requirements for Radboud University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).