Fenne Van Dongen
About Fenne Van Dongen
Fenne Van Dongen is a Jr. Research Technician at MeiraGTx in Amsterdam, Netherlands, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Leiden University and has previous research experience at Leiden University Medical Center and Karolinska Institutet.
Work at MeiraGTx
Fenne Van Dongen has been employed as a Junior Research Technician at MeiraGTx since 2020. Located in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, Van Dongen has contributed to various research projects within the organization for a duration of four years. The role involves supporting research initiatives and collaborating with team members to advance the company's objectives in gene therapy.
Education and Expertise
Fenne Van Dongen holds a Master of Science (MS) in Biomedical Sciences from Leiden University, which was completed between 2017 and 2020. Prior to this, Van Dongen earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Sciences from the same institution from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, Van Dongen completed secondary education at Christelijk Lyceum Zandvliet, focusing on Science-math and Science-health based profiles from 2008 to 2014.
Research Experience
Before joining MeiraGTx, Fenne Van Dongen gained significant research experience through various internships. Van Dongen worked as a Research Intern at Leiden University Medical Center in 2018, contributing to the Department of Neurophysiology for six months. Additionally, Van Dongen interned at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, from 2018 to 2019 for eight months. Another internship at Leiden University Medical Center occurred in 2017, where Van Dongen worked for three months in the Department of Molecular Cell Biology.
Professional Development
Fenne Van Dongen's professional development is marked by a series of internships that provided hands-on experience in research settings. These roles have contributed to a solid foundation in biomedical research, enhancing skills in experimental techniques and data analysis. The combination of academic training and practical experience positions Van Dongen as a knowledgeable contributor in the field of biomedical sciences.