Jisca Kuiper

Jisca Kuiper is a researcher at the Rehabilitation Centre of Expertise Healthy Ageing, Hanze University of Applied Sciences. She holds a Master's in Neuropsychology and a PhD in Epidemiology focusing on social relationships in cognitive ageing. Her work emphasizes equality, participation, and mental health support in education contexts.

Education/Academic Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Neuropsychology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology: The Importance of Social Relationships in the Process of Cognitive Ageing

Research Focus: Healthy ageing, mental health interventions for youth, educational accessibility for individuals with psychosocial challenges, and loneliness mitigation strategies in student populations.

Key Projects:

• Kieskeurig (2021–2024): Co-Investigator evaluating vocational guidance for youth with mental health issues.
• EAST Project: Developed a framework to address student loneliness, presented at conferences like ECIO-congres (2021).

Advising & Grants: Collaborates with Prof. Hofstra and Dr. Korevaar on multidisciplinary projects. Focuses on translating research into practical educational tools for professionals.

Labs/Teams: Active member of the Rehabilitation Centre of Expertise Healthy Ageing, coordinating cross-disciplinary efforts in mental health and education systems.