R.T. (Rob) van Rijn

Rob van Rijn is a Practical Lecturer at the Science Education department of Utrecht University's Faculty of Science, affiliated with the Freudenthal Institute. He coordinates the Ionizing Radiation Practicum and serves as a radiation protection expert for Utrecht University's Real Estate and Campus Directorate.

• Current roles: Practical Lecturer, Radiation Protection Expert
• Committee memberships: Treasurer of the Working Group on Physics Didactics (2023–present), External Examination Committee member for Paramedical Studies at Hogeschool Utrecht (2023–present), NVS Young Professionals Committee member (2023–present)

His research focuses on science education, particularly physics didactics and radiation safety training. Publications analyze inquiry-based learning effectiveness, practical training methodologies, and regulatory frameworks for school radioactivity experiments. His work emphasizes experiential learning through mobile radiation labs and educational outreach programs.

Recent publications show a trajectory combining educational innovation with radiation safety expertise. Key themes include: inquiry-based pedagogy, radiation protection training, curriculum development for physics education, and practical implementation of safety protocols in academic settings. The majority of articles appear in professional and popular science journals like NVOX and Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Natuurkunde.