Klaus Linkenkaer Hansen

Prof. Klaus Linkenkaer Hansen is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and holds a position in the Integrative Neurophysiology department. He is also affiliated with Amsterdam Neuroscience - Brain Imaging. His research focuses on neurophysiological mechanisms, particularly excitation-inhibition balance in neurological and psychiatric disorders. He teaches courses like Human Neurophysiology and Rhythms of the Brain. Notably, he is the director of Aspect Neuroprofiles BV since 2019.

His research interests include EEG analysis, Alzheimer’s disease, neurodevelopmental disorders, and critical brain dynamics. He has contributed to over 60 publications, exploring topics like EEG biomarkers in autism and Alzheimer’s, and drug trials for neurodevelopmental disorders. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to health and well-being.

Prof. Hansen’s academic activities include supervising 9 PhD theses and collaborating globally. His lab investigates resting-state oscillations, drug effects on brain dynamics, and personalized medicine strategies. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his extensive publications highlight significant contributions to neuroscience.