Dr. Klaas Slooten

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Biography

Klaas Slooten is an endowed professor in Mathematics Forensic Genetics at VU University in Amsterdam. He specializes in forensic genetics, focusing on the statistical evidence related to DNA mixtures and probability statistics. His research interests include the likelihood approach in statistical evidence and mixture calculations, exemplified by his involvement in the Mastermath course on forensic probability statistics. He has presented at international congresses such as the ISFG World Congress, highlighting his contributions to kinship analysis and DNA evidence interpretation. Slooten is committed to advancing the application of mathematics in forensic science and educating future professionals in this vital area of research.

Research Interests

Experience

Endowed Professor

— Present

VU University • Amsterdam

Professor in Mathematics Forensic Genetics, focusing on the statistical aspects of forensic evidence.

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.