Dr. Tessa Sinnige

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tessa Sinnige is a researcher in the field of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Utrecht University, where she focuses on the molecular mechanisms of protein aggregation and its implications in various human diseases, including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, and type II diabetes. Her research employs the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans to study protein aggregation in vivo, utilizing advanced techniques in microscopy, genetics, biochemistry, structural biology, and mathematical modeling. Sinnige aims to provide a molecular quantitative understanding of protein aggregation and its relationship to disease through her work, which includes investigating the impact of cellular conditions and components on amyloid formation. She actively participates in academic discussions and collaborations, contributing her expertise to the broader scientific community.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Utrecht University • Utrecht, Netherlands

Conducts research and teaches in the field of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry.

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology