Marlena van Selm

Marlena van Selm is a pre-doctoral researcher specializing in migrant health and access to healthcare services. Affiliated with the Migrant Health and Health Systems and Infectious Diseases teams, her work addresses the health challenges faced by migrant agricultural workers, marginalized populations, and individuals affected by neglected tropical diseases.

Her research interests include:

• Heat stress impacts on migrant workers
• Health equity for marginalized communities
• Stigma and discrimination in healthcare
• Climate change and health systems resilience

The article trends in her work highlight interdisciplinary approaches to:

• Global health policy (vaccine distribution, drug dependency services)
• Infectious disease management (HIV, hepatitis, tropical diseases)
• Sociocultural barriers to care access
• Qualitative analysis of psychosocial burdens

Teams and collaborations include:

• Migrant Health team
• Health Systems and Infectious Diseases team
• International consortia with experts across Europe and Latin America