Natalie Terzikhan

Natalie Terzikhan is a researcher in the Department of Epidemiology at Erasmus University Medical Center, specializing in genetic epidemiology and complex trait analysis. Her work focuses on large-scale genomic studies examining the genetic basis of human traits and diseases, particularly through the Rotterdam Study cohort.

Her primary research interests include genome-wide association studies, lipid metabolism genetics, pulmonary disease genetics, and statistical methods for genetic analysis. Terzikhan's work frequently explores genetic determinants of cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions, with particular attention to how genetic variants influence lipid profiles and lung function across diverse populations.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on collaborative large-scale genomic research, with significant contributions to understanding the genetic architecture of human height and blood lipid levels. Her work often employs multi-ancestry approaches to identify genetic variants with pleiotropic effects across different biological systems.

• Open and Responsible Science award (2023) as part of CollectieveKracht team

Terzikhan maintains active collaborations with leading genetic epidemiologists including M. Kamran Ikram and participates in major international research consortia. Her work demonstrates strong methodological expertise in handling large genomic datasets and translating genetic findings into biological insights relevant to human health.