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Joris Koene is a Full Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in Ecology and Evolution. He is affiliated with the Amsterdam Institute of Life and Environment (A-LIFE) within the Faculty of Science. His research primarily focuses on reproduction in simultaneous hermaphrodites, investigating complex issues such as sperm competition and sexual conflict. Koene employs a range of techniques including behavioral quantification, molecular phylogeny reconstruction, and biochemical analysis to understand reproductive strategies. His work aims to integrate insights from various biological levels, contributing significantly to the understanding of hermaphroditism and sexual selection dynamics. Koene is actively involved in networks related to gender equality and sustainability in academia. He has received multiple awards for his research and contributions to the field, including the Buschbaum Prize and the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award. Additionally, he participates in editorial work for academic journals and has contributed to various high-impact publications in zoology and ecology.
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands
Leading research initiatives in the field of Ecology and Evolution.
Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.