Janneke Elberse

Janneke Elberse is a seasoned professional in the field of public health and science communication, currently serving as a Senior Advisor on Safety, Perception, and Behavior at the Rijksinstituut voor Volksgezondheid en Milieu since March 2018, while also being a member of the Corona Behaviour Research Unit. Previously, Janneke held multiple roles, including Project Leader and Researcher at KWF Kankerbestrijding, where the focus was on research and implementation innovation. Janneke's academic background includes a Master's degree in Biochemistry from Wageningen University, and further studies in Society, Science, and Technology at Maastricht University, complemented by a Masterclass in Change Management from NCOI Opleidingen. With an extensive research history involving public and patient engagement in health research decision-making, Janneke has also contributed to significant initiatives in citizen participation in science and technology policy.