Dr. Hedderik Van Rijn

Professor

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Biography

Hedderik van Rijn studies how minds work by building computational models that adapt individual behavior and memory. He captures performance data from learners and patients to construct cognitive phenotypes that help personalize learning environments and track cognitive health. His work includes advancing theoretical understanding and generating solutions to educational and clinical needs. His research encompasses a wide range of project opportunities, aligned with themes that span applied studies, fundamental research, and the mechanisms of very-long-term memory. His projects often explore optimizing vocabulary assessments and applying computational memory models to monitor memory decline in aging populations. Van Rijn has experience in experimental validation of computational phenotyping principles and utilizes mathematical and statistical modeling in his research.

Research Interests

Experience

Founder/Director

2016-01-01 — Present

SlimStampen B.V. • Groningen

Founded a company focused on innovative educational technologies.

Founder/Director

2018-01-01 — Present

MemoryLab Health B.V. • Groningen

Founded a health technology company specializing in cognitive health.

Editor-in-chief

2020-01-01 — Present

Timing & Time Perception • Groningen

Oversees the editorial process for a scientific journal related to time perception.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.