About
Maarten van Emst is a Senior Lecturer at Utrecht University's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in Physiology education. He is affiliated with the Department of Pathobiology and holds a unique 100% teaching position. Though not a veterinarian, he brings expertise in neuropharmacology and ethology to his teaching role.
- Education: PhD in fundamental research on inner ear disorders (University Medical Center Utrecht, ENT division)
- Teaching Responsibilities: Physiology courses for the DGK program at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, biomedical education for the Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Earth Sciences, and University College Utrecht
- Qualifications: BKO (Bachelor's Degree Qualification), SKO (Student Teaching Qualification), and completion of the Center of Excellence in University Teaching program
- Leadership: Chair of the Faculty Assessment Committee for Teaching Qualifications
His research interests focus on interdisciplinary biomedical education, physiology curriculum development, and the integration of clinical sciences with broader academic disciplines. His work spans multiple faculties, emphasizing pedagogical innovation and cross-institutional collaboration.
Van Emst's professional engagement includes contributions to auditory research during his PhD, though his current role prioritizes teaching over active research. No scientific awards or publications are documented in the provided text.
