Dagmar Derikx

Dagmar Derikx is a researcher affiliated with the University of Groningen, focusing on motor performance in children. Her work explores the interplay between motor skills, social environmental factors, and leisure activities in developmental contexts.

• PhD thesis (2025) on quality assessment of throwing/catching in children
• Published in journals like Human Movement Science and Children
• Collaborated with experts including E. Hartman and M. M. Schoemaker

Research emphasizes:

• Motor skill development in 3-8-year-olds
• Impact of school recess on physical activity
• Environmental contributors to motor performance

Recent publications show strong focus on pediatric motor development, observational tools for fine motor skills, and interdisciplinary applications in education and psychology. She has presented at international conferences, including a systematic review on social environmental factors affecting motor performance in 3-12-year-olds.