Andrea Woltman

Andrea Woltman is a Full Professor at Erasmus MC in the Department of Public Health. Her work spans immunology and medical education, with a strong emphasis on improving health professions training through inclusive practices, curriculum innovation, and evidence-based selection methods.

Her research interests include:

• Dendritic cell and T cell immunology
• Immune regulation via C1q and IL-10
• Chronic Hepatitis B pathogenesis
• Medical education theory and practice
• Student diversity and equity in admissions
• Economic evaluation in medical training

The recent trend in her publications shows a growing focus on the psychosocial and systemic aspects of medical education, including student wellbeing, self-regulated learning, and structural reforms in selection procedures. Her interdisciplinary work bridges laboratory-based immunology and educational scholarship, reflecting a commitment to both scientific and pedagogical excellence.

Her scientific awards include:

• NWO/ZonMw VIDI Fellowship (2012)
• CLI Research Fellowship (2018)
• Erasmus MC Fellowship (2008)
• Viva400: 400 Most Successful Dutch Women (2010)
• Co-promotor of the Year, Promeras PhD Association (2010)

She has supervised numerous junior researchers and PhD students, contributing significantly to academic training at Erasmus MC. Her grants include competitive national funding such as the VIDI talent grant, supporting independent research in immunology and its translational applications. She is actively engaged in research output, with multiple peer-reviewed articles published or in press in 2024 and 2025.

Dr. Woltman is involved in academic networks focused on immunology and medical education, with collaborations visible at national and international levels. Her work in the Public Health domain integrates basic science with educational policy, positioning her as a leader in translational academic medicine.