Katrijn Van Deun

Prof. Katrijn Van Deun is a Full Professor in the Department of Methodology at the Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tilburg University. Her research focuses on statistical methodology, data science, and their applications in health and behavioral sciences. She leads projects such as the WaTCh study, exploring determinants of quality of life in thyroid cancer patients. Her work bridges methodological innovation with practical applications in fields like HR analytics, rheumatoid arthritis treatment, and biostatistics.

Key research interests include multivariate analysis, sparse PCA, meta-analyses, and health outcomes research. She has published extensively on topics such as structural equation modeling, infection risks in rheumatoid arthritis, and predictive analytics in HRM. Her contributions address complex data challenges, integrating high-dimensional data with traditional methodologies to uncover meaningful patterns.

Prof. Van Deun collaborates across disciplines, involving teams in psychology, medicine, and computer science. Her work emphasizes methodological rigor and translational research, aiming to improve clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. She is actively involved in developing statistical tools and frameworks to handle big data and interdisciplinary research challenges.