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Andrea Evers is a Professor of Health Psychology and Scientific Director at the Institute of Psychology, Leiden University, Netherlands. She is affiliated with Leiden University, TU Delft, and Erasmus University Rotterdam as a Medical Delta Professor of Healthy Society. Her research focuses on psychoneurobiological mechanisms in health and disease, particularly stress, expectations, and placebo/nocebo effects.
- Key affiliations: Leiden University (primary), TU Delft, Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Medical Delta Professor Healthy Society (2021–present)
Her work combines fundamental and applied science, targeting:
- Basic psychoneurobiological research (e.g., placebo mechanisms)
- Translational research on lifestyle interventions
- e-Health tools for chronic disease management
- Behavioral strategies for cardiovascular health
Scientific awards include:
- Stevin Award (2019)
- ERC Advanced Grant (2025)
- NWO Veni/Vidi/Vici grants
- ERC Consolidator Grant
- Life membership in KNAW and KHMW
She contributes to societal impact through the Dutch Scientific Council for Government Policy (WRR) and the VU Amsterdam Supervisory Board (2021–present). Her research bridges psychology, medicine, and technology to address population health challenges.
