Dr. Karin Klijn

Professor

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Biography

Karin Klijn is a Professor of Neurology at Radboud University Medical Center, where she holds the position of Principal Investigator at the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. Her research primarily focuses on neurovascular diseases, including a comprehensive study of hemodynamic factors in stroke patients, particularly those with carotid artery occlusion and moyamoya disease. Professor Klijn completed her training in Neurology at the University Medical Center Utrecht, culminating in a cum laude PhD in 2001. She has a wealth of experience in the field, having worked previously as a neurologist at UMC Utrecht and collaborated on clinical projects related to stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage. Over the years, she has been awarded multiple grants, including prestigious fellowships from the Dutch Heart Foundation and ZonMw, which are testament to her notable contributions in the area of stroke research. She has been actively involved in several key research projects, such as the APACHE-AF study, which compares the safety and efficacy of anticoagulation in ICH patients, and the Dutch ICH Surgery trial, which investigates innovative surgical techniques for stroke patients. Beyond research, she holds influential roles in various professional organizations, serving on editorial boards and scientific committees.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-06-01 — Present

Radboud University Medical Center • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Chair professor of Neurology, leading research and clinical studies in neurovascular diseases.

Awards

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Aspasia Grant

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Clinical Established Investigator Grant

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).