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Dr. Malou Luchtenberg is an academic researcher affiliated with the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, specifically within the Department of Pediatrics and Ethics. She holds a dual MD/PhD qualification and focuses on qualitative research examining children's experiences in medical research, emphasizing their role as co-researchers.
Her educational background includes a Master's and Bachelor's in Medicine from the University of Groningen, complemented by legal studies and international research collaborations in Scotland, Brazil, and Argentina. She has extensive clinical experience in pediatric settings across multiple countries.
Research interests center on pediatric ethics, child participation in medical studies, and improving informed consent processes. Key awards include the UMCG Innovation Prize 2019 and KNAW Ter Meulen Fellowship. She actively supervises medical students and contributes to university governance through roles in research ethics committees and strategic planning.
Publications highlight methodologies for involving children in research analysis and exploring their perspectives in clinical trials. She also co-founded the KinderAdviesRaad (Child Advice Council) at Beatrix Children's Hospital, promoting child-centric healthcare policies.
