Dr. Maarten Loonen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Maarten J.E. Loonen is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen, specializing in Arctic Ecology. His expertise focuses on biology, ecological studies in polar regions, and the behavior of arctic fauna, particularly geese and their migration patterns. He holds a significant role as the scientific director of the Netherlands Arctic Station in Spitsbergen, contributing to various conservation efforts and research expeditions in Svalbard. Loonen actively collaborates with several scientific committees and organizations, including Birdlife Netherlands, CAFF, and SIOS, where he is instrumental in promoting research that monitors and conserves Arctic biodiversity. His leadership extends to chairing the Ny-Ålesund Science Managers Committee and participating in the Terrestrial Flagship NySMAC. Loonen's work is recognized internationally, and he has played a pivotal role in expeditions to Edgeoya, Svalbard, in the years 2015 and 2022, advocating for the conservation of Arctic flora and fauna.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-08-01 — Present

University of Groningen • Groningen, Netherlands

Teaching and research in Arctic Ecology, focusing on polar biology and migration patterns of arctic wildlife.

Requirements for University of Groningen

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:145
Verbal Percentile
Required:25
Quantitative
Required:145
Quantitative Percentile
Required:25
Overall
Required:145
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Economics, Business, Management) Strong background in mathematics and statistics Research orientation in previous studies
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate/diploma
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • GMAT/GRE score report (for non-EU/EEA)
  • Course descriptions of mathematics and statistics courses
Specialization Notes

Standard Master's entry requirements for Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, and Management departments within the Faculty of Economics and Business.