Dr. Irene Grossmann

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Irene Grossmann is an Assistant Professor dedicated to Safety Healthcare at Delft University of Technology. Originally trained as a medical doctor and oncological abdominal surgeon, she graduated cum laude from the University of Amsterdam's Academic Medical Centre in 2000. Over the years, she has focused her research on reducing treatment harm in healthcare systems, challenging the traditional reductionist approach that often neglects systemic dynamics and patient values. Her work includes significant projects like evolutionary therapy for non-small cell lung cancer, and systems science in mental health, aiming to rethink disease-labeling and its implications. Irene’s academic background includes a doctorate thesis on colorectal cancer, and she has contributed to various national follow-up trials focusing on complications in abdominal surgery. With experience as a part-time emergency care specialist during the COVID pandemic, she transitioned to a full-time academic role in 2021, striving to improve professional performance and safety in healthcare settings. Her research interests meld technical, psychological, and social elements to foster effective healthcare systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-07-01 — Present

Delft University of Technology • Delft

Dedicated to Safety Healthcare and focusing on the reduction of treatment harm and improvement of professional performance.

Requirements for Delft University of Technology

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:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a related field Sufficient credits in key subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Discipline-specific)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Academic transcript
  • English language certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Identity document (Passport)
  • GRE General Test results (for international diplomas)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally across engineering and science master programs. Specific tracks like Architecture require a digital portfolio.