Dr. Jacqueline Vink

Biography

Jacqueline Vink investigates addictions, substance abuse, and eating disorders. Her research includes areas such as alcohol, tobacco, and drug use, along with the genetic and environmental factors that influence these behaviors. She began her academic career in the Department of Biological Psychology at the VU University Amsterdam, where she completed her PhD on a twin-family study of smoking behavior in 2004. After her doctoral studies, she received a personal VENI grant which allowed her to explore the causes and consequences of smoking behavior and nicotine addiction. In 2011, she secured an ERC Starting Grant titled 'Beyond Genetics Addiction', focusing on gene-environment interplay and the health consequences of substance use. Before her current role as a full professor at the Behavioural Science Institute of Radboud University, she held various academic positions, progressing from postdoc to full professor by 2014. Her current research explores genetic factors related to substance use and eating behavior, investigating broader contextual factors. She has led initiatives such as the Healthy Student Life project to enhance student well-being and reduce unhealthy lifestyle choices.

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