Koko Beers

Koko Beers is an experienced professional in science communication and health innovation, currently serving as a Senior Knowledge and Innovation Officer and spokesperson at Hersenstichting since March 2017. Prior experience includes a consultancy role at Schuttelaar & Partners from January 2014 to March 2017, where responsibilities involved science communication, stakeholder dialogue, events, and social media engagement, as well as an internship in science communication at the same organization. Koko's background includes hands-on experience in healthcare as a caregiver with Marente from 2008 to 2013. Academic credentials encompass master's degrees in Biomedical Science and Science Communication from the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, respectively, along with a bachelor's in Health and Life Sciences and a nursing program at Hogeschool Leiden. Research projects have explored topics such as fear conditioning and zebrafish vision, reflecting a strong interest in life sciences, health, responsible research, and innovation in e-health and the Internet of Things.