Karel Brookhuis

Karel Brookhuis is a Professor in Clinical Neuropsychology at the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences. His research focuses on traffic psychology, driving behavior analysis, and transportation safety, particularly examining the effects of medications, impairments, and environmental factors on road users. Brookhuis utilizes driving simulator methodologies to investigate behavioral patterns in controlled environments.

His research examines:

• Psychopharmacological impacts on driving performance
• Safety adaptations for visually impaired cyclists
• Alcohol consumption effects on next-day functioning
• Road engineering and speed limit compliance

Publications demonstrate consistent focus on transportation neuropsychology with recent emphasis on medication effects and vulnerable road users. Awarded a Royal Decoration for scientific contributions, he has supervised 19 research students and contributes to European transportation safety initiatives.