About
Sandra Rakers is a researcher affiliated with the University of Groningen, where she works across two faculties: Behavioural and Social Sciences and Medical Sciences (UMCG). Her research focuses on neurotrauma, cognitive disorders, and neuropsychological assessment, particularly in the context of traumatic brain injuries, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and low-grade gliomas.
- Primary Affiliation: Cognition, Ageing and Disease (CAD) department
- Research Themes: Social Cognition, Cognitive Impairment, Executive Functions
Rakers contributes to interdisciplinary research through collaborations in neurology, psychology, and medical imaging. Her work explores:
- Neural mechanisms in post-traumatic stress disorders
- Imaging techniques for cerebral volume quantification
- Cognitive resilience in neurological patient populations
Recent publications highlight her expertise in diffusion-weighted imaging and emotion regulation therapies. In 2022, she received the Science Award from SCHUHFRIED.
She actively participates in academic presentations and event organization, including the Global Neuropsychology Congress 2024 and the Top Class Annual Board 24/25 initiative.
