Manja Vollmann

Manja Vollmann is an Assistant Professor of Health Psychology at the Socio-Medical Sciences section of the Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam. Her academic work focuses on understanding factors that influence well-being and health, particularly among individuals facing challenging circumstances.

Dr. Vollmann obtained both her Master's degree and Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Greifswald, Germany. Her educational background in psychology forms the foundation for her research in health psychology and behavioral science.

Dr. Vollmann's research interests span multiple domains of health psychology, with particular emphasis on well-being determinants in challenging circumstances. Her work examines student well-being and performance in educational settings, health professionals' burnout and coping mechanisms, and preventive health behaviors such as vaccination uptake. She employs advanced statistical methods to analyze complex datasets, often utilizing longitudinal designs to understand causal pathways. Her research frequently addresses the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to good health and well-being.

Analysis of Dr. Vollmann's recent publication record reveals a strong focus on well-being in educational and healthcare settings, with significant attention to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on academic performance and mental health. Her work bridges psychology, education, and public health, demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration across these fields. The research consistently employs rigorous methodological approaches, including longitudinal analyses and mediation modeling to uncover underlying mechanisms.

Dr. Vollmann has contributed to numerous research projects, particularly those examining the effects of emergency remote teaching during the pandemic, vaccination behaviors, and burnout prevention in healthcare professionals. Her collaborative work spans multiple institutions in the Netherlands, with a focus on Dutch populations and systems.

Dr. Vollmann actively engages in large-scale research projects, often serving as a key contributor to datasets and collaborative studies. Her work on the "Online academic education because of the COVID-19 crisis" project demonstrates her commitment to understanding how educational systems can better support students during crises.