Dr. Teun Zuiderent Jerak

Professor

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Biography

Teun Zuiderent-Jerak is a Full Professor at the Athena Institute of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. His research focuses on transdisciplinary science and technology studies, emphasizing the intersection of healthcare practices, technology development, and knowledge standardization. Over the years, he has contributed to various projects that aim to improve evidence-based practices in global health and care markets. Teun is actively involved in international academic communities as the President elect of the European Association for the Study of Science and Technology and has also served on the Council of the Society for the Social Studies of Science (4S). His teaching responsibilities include directing a Master’s program in Global Health, where he trains students in designing interventions to address global health challenges. Teun's work includes mentoring internships and collaborative projects, particularly in relation to global health issues in India, and contributes to various research projects aimed at societal impact.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2014-09-01 — Present

Athena Institute, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Leading research and teaching in transdisciplinary science and technology studies.

Awards

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Amsterdamska Award

2022-07-01
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Samantha Adams ELSI Paper Award

2021-01-01
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Teacher of the Year Award

2019-01-01
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Nicholas C. Mullins Award

2007-01-01

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.