Jelle Stekelenburg

Prof. Jelle Stekelenburg is a Professor of International Aspects of Reproductive Health, specializing in Safe Motherhood, at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences. He concurrently serves as a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at the Medical Centre Leeuwarden. His work focuses on improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes in low-resource settings through evidence-based interventions, with a strong emphasis on global health equity and policy advocacy.

Research Interests: Prof. Stekelenburg's research addresses disparities in maternal health outcomes globally, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. He collaborates with international organizations like Amref Health Africa and chairs the Working Party on International Safe Motherhood. His work integrates public health policy, tropical medicine, and healthcare system optimization.

Media Contributions: He frequently engages with media on global health issues, including critiques of U.S. science policies and global health governance. Recent contributions include commentary on teenage pregnancy trends and maternal mortality reduction strategies.