My academic journey began with my Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at both the University of Amsterdam and the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. I completed my BSc in 2022 with an internship studying the formation of oligomers from protein segments linked to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). During this time, I discovered my passion for analytical chemistry, particularly mass spectrometry, and the part it can play in defining both small and large molecules.

Following this, I pursued a Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, again at both the University of Amsterdam and the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. After a year of coursework, I completed my MSc in 2024 following a nine-month collaborative internship between the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and the University of Manchester, where I studied an analytical screening platform and its applications in Parkinson’s disease diagnostics. I witnessed how scientific breakthroughs emerge when expertise from multiple fields and institutions comes together through collaboration with diverse research groups. My academic background and research experiences showed me my interest in bioanalytical chemistry and its applications in studying disease progression and diagnostics.

During my time in the MobiliTraIN network, I expect to develop knowledge, build collaborations, and connect with other academics in the consortium to share science. Through this network, I aim to contribute to advancements in ion mobility research while benefiting from a collaborative scientific community dedicated to tackling complex challenges.